Objective

The objective of IMTFF in Malaysia and India is to facilitate the creation of avenues through which Malaysian filmmakers and audience can have access to and learn from international filmmakers. MTFF in Malaysia will also be a platform where opportunities for collaboration of future projects can be made possible among nations in the South East Asia region. This will directly strengthen and nature the relationships and cultural ties between Malaysia, India, Singapore, Myanmar and Sri Lanka.

The majority of members in MIFTWA are young adults (the future Leaders of our nation) who are actively involved in the film industry. It is our hope to host this event successfully with the intention of exchanging expertise & new ideas covering all areas in filmmaking. Besides that, seven (7) major benefits will be derived from this event:-

Showcasing New Talent - The best way for an up-and-coming filmmaker to get his/her name out there is to submit a film and gain acceptance into film festivals. Whether the film passes muster or

Supporting Local Talent - Festivals give preference to filmmakers local to the area when picking films to screen. This encourages and supports the local film community and gives them a platform from which they can leap to the next level.

Networking -These festivals also give filmmakers a chance to commune with fellow filmmakers, supporters, media representatives and various professionals. We can tell you from personal experience that we have made important contacts and lifelong friendship from networking at festivals. It establishes mutually beneficial relationships and leads to many collaborative possibilities.

Promoting Tourism - Film festivals attract tourists from both in and out of the state. Filmmakers will usually travel across the country to attend and promote screenings of their films. It also attracts media professionals and film fans who, if treated well, will return home to rave about the festival and the town hosting it.

Catering toward the interest of local - Most film festivals favor a niche group and will include films based in the region or focus upon a subject many locals will find relevant to their culture and interests. This also helps bring particular genre fans to the festivals based on its theme.

Inspiring community collaboration -Festivals bring community organizers together and foster an atmosphere of town pride and friendship among the participants. This is another form of networking in which bonds are formed and new creative/business opportunities can arise from the relationships.

Recognition & Awards- Awards benefit the promotion of the festival as well as the filmmakers. No matter the size of a festival, an award is an award. The filmmakers can add “Award-winning Filmmaker” to their resume and the festival can claim they gave (insert name here) their first award and first big break in the industry. It is a win-win situation.