The VIFF's 23rd Annual Film and Television Forum announces their most stellar showcase to date. From the Oscars to the Golden Globes, from the BAFTAs to the Emmys, and from Audience Awards at Sundance to prize-winners at Cannes, the Forum presents the crème de la crème of international film and TV professionals. Four full days of seminars, workshops and master classes are scheduled to take place at the Vancouver International Film Centre and Vancity Theatre from September 24-27 inclusive. Below is the first sneak preview of this year's line-up.

"Hellboy: Ready for his Close-up"
Master Class with Oscar-winning Cinematographer Guillermo Navarro, ASC, AMC

A highlight of New Filmmakers' Day is Guillermo Navarro, ASC, AMC, acclaimed cinematographer, known internationally for his spectacular work with Guillermo del Toro on Hellboy II: The Golden Army, The Devil's Backbone, Hellboy, Pan's Labyrinth and Cronos. Navarro has also collaborated with directors Robert Rodriguez and Quentin Tarantino on Desperado, Four Rooms, From Dusk Till Dawn, Spy Kids and Jackie Brown. He is also know for his filming of the large action and effects movies The Long Kiss Goodnight, Zathura, Spawn, Stuart Little and Night At The Museum.




According to Forum Creative Director Helen du Toit, "We've scoured the globe to find the most innovative and groundbreaking cinematographers, writers, producers and directors. This year's line-up will feature a gathering of professionals at the top of their game ready and willing to share their expertise and experience."

The 23rd annual Film and Television Forum takes place in the Rogers Industry Centre at the Vancouver International Film Centre and Vancity Theatre, 1181 Seymour Street, September 24-26 with New Filmmakers' Day on September 27. For more information, please phone: (604) 685-3547, email: forum@viff.org, web: www.viff.org/forum