International Film Festival Rotterdam
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International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR) is an annual film festival held at the end of January in various locations in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.[1] Since its foundation in 1972, it has maintained a focus on independent and experimental filmmaking by showcasing emerging talents and established auteurs. The festival also places a focus on presenting cutting edge media art and arthouse film, with most of the participants in the short film program identified as artists or experimental filmmakers.[2][3] IFFR also hosts CineMart and BoostNL, for film producers to seek funding. The IFFR logo is a stylized image of a tiger that is loosely based on Leo, the lion in the MGM logo.[4]
Location | Rotterdam, Netherlands |
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Founded | 1972 |
Founded by | Hubert Bals |
Most recent | 2024 |
Awards | Tiger Award |
Artistic director | Vanja Kaludjercic |
Festival date | 25 January – 4 February |
Website | IFFR |
International Film Festival Rotterdam chronology | |
2023 |