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India's IFFI Goa Festival Sets 15-Film Competition Slate

Variety
Story by Sahasranaman Ramachandran
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India's prestigious IFFI film fest unveils a gender-balanced competition lineup with 15 global premieres, including a gripping Iranian drama exploring an older woman's search for self-discovery.
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  • The 55th IFFI Goa festival will feature 15 films vying for the coveted Golden Peacock award, valued at a cool $47,000.
  • Notably, 9 out of the 15 competition films are directed by women, showcasing the festival's commitment to amplifying diverse voices in cinema.
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Manijeh Hekmat, Faeze Azizkhani, International Film Festival of India (IFFI), Fear & Trembling
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