Ⅱ. Core Events :
Hong Kong - Asia Film Financing Forum (HAF)
March
20-22
Hong Kong Music Fair
March 21-23
Digital Entertainment
Leadership Forum (DELF)
March 21
IFPI Hong Kong Top Sales Music
Award
March 22
Hong Kong Independent Short Film & Video Awards
(ifva)
March 16-25
Ⅲ. Hong Kong FILMART - Asia's World Entertainment Market
The Hong Kong International Film & TV Market (FILMART) is an annual film market organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC). Running annually for the 11th time, the last edition was held from March 20-23 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Today, FILMART is regarded as a significant cross-media, cross-industry entertainment trade platform which excels in promoting co-operation in areas of film financing, distribution, production, post-production, TV, digital entertainment, film and broadcasting equipment and shooting locations.
Hong Kong's FILMART provides the best platform in Asia to market the latest products and to get financing for film productions. Over its 11 year history, FILMART has grown from strength to strength, which is well reflected in its exhibitor and visitor numbers. Together with other concurrent events, FILMART continues to serve as the industry's premier trading platform and Asia's world entertainment market.
Ⅳ. The Hong Kong International Film Festival (HKIFF)
The Hong Kong International Film Festival (HKIFF) is one of Asia's most
reputable platforms for filmmakers, film professionals and filmgoers from all
over the world to launch new works and experience outstanding cinema.
Established in 1977, the 16-day event showcases more than 200 new films and
several retrospective programs. Previously operated by the Urban Council and
Leisure and Cultural Services Department from 1977 to 2001, and the Hong Kong
Arts Development Council from 2001 to 2004 respectively, HKIFF is officially
incorporated as an independent, charitable organization - the Hong Kong
International Film Festival Society Limited after completing its 28th edition.