The Kuala Lumpur International Short Film Festival is to be held from January 30th to February 1st 2012, showcasing the work of filmmakers from around the world.

(TRAVPR.COM) UK - January 13th, 2012 - A wide variety of independent films are to be screened in Malaysia at the upcoming Kuala Lumpur International Short Film Festival.

Taking place at the Panggung Bandaraya DBKL theatre hall, the event will showcase short movies made by directors from around the world, with film fans, journalists and studio executives all set to attend.

Categories will include student projects, animated shorts and films with an environmental message, which will be eligible for a special Green Award.

Attendees can expect to see films from Asia, Europe, the US and South America, while seminars and workshops will also be held to offer insight into film and screenwriting theory.

Artists who attend will be given a perfect chance to get their work noticed, while plenty of networking and social opportunities will also be offered.

The Panggung Bandaraya DBKL is located not far from the Masjid Jamek RapidKL train station and is an historic monument in its own right, having been in operation since 1906.

Despite its status as a heritage building, it nevertheless boasts modern amenities and furnishings, as well as an up-to-date sound system.

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Find out more about the festival at klisfestival.com.

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