The London Turkish Film Festival 2010
In November 2009 the LTFF celebrated its 15th year as a showcase for Turkish cinema in London with 15 days of programmes that provided many outstanding additions to the 250 features and 350 short and documentary films that have been screened at some of London's most prestigious cinemas since 1994. In a year in which Turkish films were at the forefront at festivals throughout the world, the LTFF appropriately celebrated with a Gala Opening Night at the Piccadilly headquarters of BAFTA (The British Academy of Film and Television Arts), the organisation at the centre of the UK film industry. Truly 'A Night to Remember', not least for the first presentation of three newly established LTFF Annual Awards:
The 2009 Golden Wings Awards Went To...
The Digital Distribution Award
And The Winner Was...
Asli Özge’s MEN ON THE BRIDGE
The prize, announced at the Festival's Opening Gala will contribute £15,000 to support the film’s release in the UK and Ireland and was chosen by the LTFF Jury ahead of 4 other nominees including Reha Erdem’s MY ONLY SUNSHINE and Rotterdam Tiger Award winner WRONG ROSARY. "All of the films eligible for the award displayed the depth and diversity to be found in contemporary Turkish cinema" said Jason Wood, Director of Programming at Curzon Cinemas and member of the LTFF Jury. The winning film ‘MEN ON THE BRIDGE’ will be released throughout the UK and Ireland later this year.
The People’s Choice Award
And The Winner Was....
Orhan Eskiköy And Özgür Doğan's ON THE WAY TO SCHOOL
Audiences had the opportunity to vote for their favourite film in LTFF 2009 and this multi-international award winning affectionate and quietly humorous portrait of two different worlds struggling to understand each other was the runaway winner announced at the close of the Festival. We hope to add a cash award to the winged statuette at this year's event.
The Lifetime Achievement Award
And The Winner Was...
Türkan Şoray
This very special award was bestowed on legendary actress, director and ambassador Türkan Şoray, a fitting acknowledgement of four decades of achievement and a career that has mirrored the lives, aspirations, tribulation and optimism of film-goers everywhere. We look forward to honouring another outstanding figure of Turkish cinema, whether actor, director, producer, writer or technician, in 2010.
Flying Ever Higher In 2010
The 2010 Turkish film year has begun spectacularly with the triumph at the Berlin Film Festival of BAL (Honey) by director Semih Kaplanoğlu. This Golden Bear prize winner is undoubtedly just one reason for looking forward to the London Turkish Film Festival in November 2010.
Everyone, audiences as well as film makers, can become part of the 16th LTFF.
There are three ways to become involved now...- Submissions
- Friends of the LTFF
- Sponsorship (Information will be announced soon)
A unique opportunity for your business or organisation to be associated with an established and prestigious event. The LTFF provides an exclusive environment already appreciated by a wide range of sponsors and advertisers who have specific markets in mind. The Festival enjoys great popularity, high visibility and a consumer base most likely to be interested in specialised products and services.
For further information please contact us.
Let’s Keep the LTFF Flying in 2010!
