There are a few new surprises this year - with many guest filmmakers – both international and South African, as well as a number of World Premières of South African films.

Besides attending Q&As after screenings, each of our international guests will be conducting Master Classes at a number of tertiary institutions. Check out the website for updates.

An added treat in store for viewers is that Pieter-Dirk Uys will be opening the Film Festival, an honour that he will bestow on both Jozi and Cape Town audiences.

Thanks to serious funding, this festival can be shown again this year - but as always, they're relying heavily on the support of the community to help this festival survive.  The global recession hits funders as hard as individuals, and it is as difficult as ever to persuade those with money that gay and lesbian issues are, well, still an issue.

Hosters are requesting all interested parties to please join their 8333 club, help the Festival survive – you’ll find the details on the website (see below)