30th edition of IFFK set to open on Friday with Palestinian film

Thiruvananthapuram, The 30th International Film Festival of Kerala will begin here on Friday with the opening film 'Palestine 36' by Annemarie Jacir, a historical drama set during the 1936 Palestinian uprising.

The festival, to be held from December 12 to 19, is set to offer an eight-day visual feast of contemporary and historical cinema, the Kerala State Chalachitra Academy , the organiser of the event, said in a release on Thursday.

The landmark 30th edition will feature 206 films from 82 countries across 26 categories, promising a rich cinematic experience for festivalgoers.

The Academy is yet to announce details of the official inaugural function.

The opening film, 'Palestine 36', has earned wide acclaim and won the

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