The event, which aims to honour outstanding cinematographic works, film makers,and artists in the industry, will feature an array of activities such as theexhibition “Da Lat – a source of inspiration for cinema” on November 21 and aseries of cinematic conferences on November 22-23.
As many as 147 films will be screened for free on the occasion, including manyblockbusters like Nha Ba Nu (The Houseof No Man), Em va Trinh (You and Trinh), Nguoi Vo Cuoi Cung (The Last Wife),and Tro Tan Ruc Ro (Glorious Ash).
According to Pham S, Vice Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee, theprovince has made meticulous preparation for the film festival, withinfrastructure, security and order, food safety and hygiene to be ensured toserve visitors, film makers and artists.
Da Lat city is expected to welcome some 190,000 visitors during the filmfestival, he said.
Ninety-one best films have been chosen to vie for the Lotus Awards held withinthe film festival, comprising 16 feature films, 31 documentaries, 19 sciencefilms, 25 cartoons.
The opening ceremony willbe organised at Lam Vien square, Da Lat city on November 21, and broadcast liveby the Vietnam Television./.