The festival
The International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) is held annually in Thiruvananthapuram and is hosted by the Kerala State Chalachitra Academy on behalf of the state's Department of Cultural Affairs. It is one of India's most respected festivals for auteur and world cinema, known for its enthusiastic delegate audiences.
Worth knowing
The festival is generally cited as having begun in 1996 and has grown into a leading platform for cinema from Asia, Africa and Latin America. It is held in December each year.
How to attend
Members of the public register as delegates to attend screenings at cinemas across Thiruvananthapuram. Delegate registration and the schedule are handled through the official IFFK website.
Official site →Dates and programs change year to year — check the official site for the current edition.