CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -The 1st edition of IFFI was organized by the Films Division, Government of India, with the patronage of the first Prime Minister of India. Held in Mumbai from 24 January to 1 February 1952, the Festival was subsequently taken to Madras, Delhi, Calcutta and Trivandrum.

Detailed explanation-2: -The first festival was held in Venice in 1932. Since World War II, film festivals have contributed significantly to the development of the motion-picture industry in many countries.

Detailed explanation-3: -Venice Film Festival, official name Venice International Film Festival, Italian Mostra Internazionale d’Arte Cinematografica di Venezia, world’s oldest film festival, held annually in Venice beginning in late August or early September.

Detailed explanation-4: -Cannes film festival, official name Festival de Cannes, film festival held annually in Cannes, France. First held in 1946 for the recognition of artistic achievement, the festival came to provide a rendezvous for those interested in the art and influence of the movies.

Detailed explanation-5: -It all began in Venice in 1938 The International Film Festival opened in Cannes on 1 September 1939, at the same time as the Venice Film Festival.