Impressive Line Up For 4th Annual Balinale

Denpasar (Antara Bali) — Entering its fourth consecutive year the Balinale International Film Festival launches its finest program to date bringing together a wealth of talent from around the globe with films covering every genre.

Balinale is held from 12 to 17 October 2010 on the island of Bali, Indonesia. Founded by Christine Hakim and Deborah Gabinetti, the festival continues to make connections between Indonesian and International filmmakers.

A product of the festival’s networking circle is Sony Pictures’ EAT PRAY LOVE (2010) directed by Ryan Murphy, produced by Brad Pitt and Dede Gardner (Plan B Entertainment) starring Academy Award® winners Julia Roberts and Javier Bardem including Christine Hakim.

This was the first major studio film shot in the country contributing an estimated US$12.5 million to the local economy not to mention the anticipated hundreds of millions of dollars to be generated through tourism, foreign investment and positive global exposure.

This year’s Balinale is hosting the Indonesian premiere of "Eat Pray Love" in Jakarta on 4 October and as its opening night film in Bali on 12 October.

Other film highlights include "The Dreamer" (Indonesia) by Riri Riza, "7 Hearts, 7 Loves, 7 Women (Indonesia) by Robbie Ertanto Soediskam and "I Know What You Did On Facebook" (Indonesia) by Awi Suryadi.

From Australia we have director Rachel Perkins with her film "Bran Nue Dae", a musical comedy adventure of a young man’s journey, and David Michôd with his aptly titled "Animal Kingdom", a gritty compelling portrayal of lives out of control.

South Korea's Chang-Dong Lee will introduce his film "Poetry" and actor Chelsie Preston-Crayford will present "Home By Christmas". Both films engage the audience in the personal journeys of individuals who tackle the troubling issues in life, love, betrayal and death.

"Ocean Heaven" starring Jet Li takes in the powerful role of a father caring for his autistic son. China’s Xiao Lu Xue will be here to present her directorial debut.

Other films premiering are "A Good Day To Die" (USA) an award winning documentary introduces audiences to Dennis Banks and his involvement in the rise of the American Indian Movement.

"Babies" (France) by Thomas Balmes follows the lives of four babies around the world – from birth to first steps. The children are from Namibia, Mongolia, Japan and the United States.

"Exit Through The Gift Shop" (USA/UK) this crafty, true and strange story provides a valuable insight into the talents of  graffiti artists and their quest to provoke public response while remaining essentially unknown.

"The Social Network" (USA) The true dramatic story about the founders of the social networking website, Facebook, directed by David Fincher. 

This year’s festival program includes open discussions with visiting filmmakers and industry professionals.

Balinale 2011 will expand its marketplace further with technical and promotional workshops for the film,  television and media industry; develop  co-productions and provide a network base for industry professionals.

Audience Choice Awards, a Short Film Competition and Family Film Program are also a featured part of the festival. For complete festival program go to www.balinale.com. The Indonesian government endorses the Balinale International Film Festival.

For more information on Balinale, contact Inneke Indriyani Tel +62 82145 232824 Fax +62 361 286 425, www.balinale.com / info@balinale.com.(*/T007)