Bali International Indigenous Film Festival

the bali international indigenous film festival started as a way to raise awareness about the indigenous cultures of indonesia and beyond, through the art form of film. in the words of john pilger, a famous australian writer and filmmaker; ”the early british filmmakers believed the documentary should speak from below, not from above; it should be the medium of people, not authority. in other words, it is the blood, sweat and tears of ordinary people that gives us the documentary.” the festival allows for indigenous film makers to meet, collaborate, share their films, inspire each other and ensure the voice of indigenous people reaches a larger audience. using film as a way to tell stories to strengthen heritage and cultural identity in the indigenous communities. we hope the film festival will be a wellspring of inspiration, solutions, renewal, community and hope, as we welcome indigenous people from indonesia and various countries.