Monday 8 October 2012

Building an ecologically conscious nation through films


About
Featuring award-winning international and local environmental films by renowned film makers, the Festival is a platform for all Malaysians to learn, be engaged and empowered to take environmental issues seriously.
 
Mission
  1. To empower more Malaysians to take a proactive approach in addressing environmental issues through films;
  2. To bring to closer attention human activities that contribute to global climate change; and
  3. To engage more youths to take part in the Festival as a tool to increase their knowledge and appreciation for environmental issues.
Description
The Kuala Lumpur Eco Film Festival is the first and biggest of its kind in Malaysia. Featuring award-winning international environmental films by renowned film makers, the Festival is a platform for all Malaysians to learn, be engaged and empowered to take environmental issues seriously.

The Kuala Lumpur Eco Film Fest is NOT just about films - it is about empowering all Malaysians to take on a gr
eener approach in their normal daily activities. Whether you're an IT geek, or a housewife, or a creative designer, the Fest caters to everyone's interests and needs by offering greener options. So if you're thinking of using more eco-friendly stationeries, come and check us out. If you're wondering if organic food tastes any good, you'll be up for a surprise at the Fest. And if you are skeptical about solar panels, or other greeen gadgets, come on down to the Festival grounds to check these items out!

KLEFF 2012 offers cash prizes in five distinct categories: Best International Film walks away with a cash prize of RM5,000; Best Malaysian Film, awarded to a film about, set in, or created by a resident Malaysia takes home a RM3,000 cash award; and Best Young Filmmaker Film (RM1,500) is awarded to a film crafted principally by a person under the age of 18. Additionally, each film selected to screen at Eco Film Fest is eligible for the Best Jury Award, which offers a RM500 cash prize. Each winning filmmaker also receives a stunning, handmade, pewter trophy.

UPCOMING DEADLINE
August 15th, 2012 - Regular Deadline

MISSION AND OBJECTIVE
An urgency to address local and global environmental issues that are impacting our daily lives, the Eco Film Festival celebrates some of the best and award-winning environmental films by bringing them to your local screening venue. The Eco Film Festival is dedicated to screening and rewarding environmental films from around the world that inspires, motivates and encourages mankind to take actions for a sustainable planet.

MORE ABOUT THE FESTIVAL
Founded in 2008, the Eco Film Festival has grown from humble beginnings into one of the more recognized and respected film festivals in Malaysia, with plans for continued expansion in the years to come. A spectacular location for a film festival, Malaysia is home to breathtaking fropical rainforests, rich in biodiversity (Malaysia is one of the 12th megadiverse countries in the world), and a thriving multi-racial culture. For its 2012 edition, the Eco Film Festival will screen films outside the Klang Valley to benefit audiences from other major cities in Malaysia.

Whether you are an established filmmaker submitting to Eco Film Festival for the first time, or an emerging short-form filmmaker just starting out and learning about the festival landscape, the Eco Film Festival is sure to offer an amazing screening experience in an unforgettable location. Submit to Eco Film Festival today!

For more information, please contact the KLEFF secretariat or EcoKnights at:

A-5-01 No. 1, Neo Damansara Jalan PJU 8/1 Bandar Damansara Perdana, 47820 Petaling Jaya, Malaysia.

Tel: +603-7731 2364 Fax: +603-7728 9399
General Information
A free festival for Malaysians and non-Malaysians from all walks of life. 
 

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