The programme of the 20th Leeds International Film Festival will bring cineastes more than 300 features and shorts from across the world between 2nd and 12th November 2006. From the spine chilling films contained in Fanomenon, the best of home grown talent in UK Film Week or the gala and special guests in the Official Selection, there’s something to appeal to everyone.

If you work in the film industry then sign up for an Industry Delegate pass which will allow you to explore the full benefits of the 20th Leeds International Film Festival. With over 100 World, European and UK Premieres amongst the 350+ features and shorts to be screened, the Film Festival provides a chance to see the very best films before anyone else. Also, the Festival’s new home of The Carriageworks will give you the perfect opportunity to network with filmmakers, distributors and others in the Film industry in comfortable surroundings.

Full accreditation is free and available from www.leedsfilm.com.

For more information on industry accreditation and its benefits, please contact Laurence Boyce on Laurence.boyce@leeds.gov.uk or ring +44 (0) 113 2478398.

The Film Festival opens with a screening of Roger Michell’s VENUS a bittersweet comedy drama starring Leslie Philips and Peter O’Toole and written by Hanif Kureshi. The screening will be attended by director Roger Michell, star Jodie Whittaker, Corinne Bailey Rae (who provided the soundtrack) and producer Kevin Loader.

You can view the full programme of films online at www.leedsfilm.com