Tibetan Film Festival 2006
Introduction
1 to 7 May 2006, Mcleod Ganj, India
Welcome to the second Tibetan Film Festival 2006 in Mcleod Ganj, which is also known as "where the Eighth Wonder is!"
There are 16 films lined up in the fest. Eight are made by Tibetans and another was edited by a Tibetan. The remaining seven films are from countries such as India, China, Switzerland, the US and as far as Chile. Some of the films are from critically acclaimed international directors — Zhang Yimou (China) and Deepa Mehta (India).
This film festival is independent of any restrictions and has no affiliation to any government or organisation, and is neither registered nor seeking any fame or recognition from anybody. The fest is aimed at sharing beautiful stories, concerns, interests, and creativity.
Tibetan Film Festival ends on a festive note
by Tsering Namgyal Khortsa
Chinese film a surprise pick at Tibetan festival — IANS
(published in google.news)
Dharamshala plays host to weeklong Tibetan film festival &mdash ANI
(published in yahoo news)
Festival opened with sold out night!
Editorial: Tibetan Film Festival 2006
Schedule: Tibetan Film Festival 2006
Summaries of the films: Tibetan Film Festival 2006
The team members
- Lobsang Wangyal : Director
- Ngawang Samdup : Coordinator
- Sonam Gyatso : Assistant
- Niki Paquin (Canada) : Editor
- Rebekah Rempel (Canada) : Assistant
- Passang Tsering (passdesign) : Graphics Designer
- Tibetan Geeks : Web