Dhaka International Film Festival facts for kids

The Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF) is a special movie event that happens every two years in Dhaka, Bangladesh. It started in 1992. This festival is a big chance for people to see many different kinds of movies from Asia and Australia. It helps share stories and cultures through film.

What Happens at the Festival?

The festival invites movies from Asia and Australia to be part of different sections. Each section focuses on a certain type of film or theme. Experts choose the best movies to be shown.

Festival Sections

Here are the main parts of the festival:

• Retrospective: This section looks back at the work of a famous filmmaker or shows important old movies. It's like a special collection from the past.
• Cinema of the World: Here, you can see movies from many different countries around the world. It shows how diverse filmmaking can be.
• Women Filmmakers: This part of the festival celebrates movies made by women directors and creators. It highlights their unique stories and talents.
• Children’s Film: This section is all about movies made for young audiences, like you! These films are often fun, educational, or inspiring.
• Short and Independent: This section features shorter movies and films made by independent filmmakers. These are often creative and unique stories.
• Spiritual Films: This part of the festival shows movies that explore themes of faith, beliefs, and the human spirit.