With regard to the Berlinale, one has to admit that the Filmfest Munich cannot really compete with the Hollywood glamour of the capital's festival. A fact that many cineastes do not regret, though, as the center of attention belongs entirely to the films on show at Munich's annual movie event. Presented in themed groups, this year's great selection of international reels will include "American Independents", "Focus on the Far East" and "Young Cinema from Sweden" among many other categories. The bountiful programming will be rounded out by several movies for children and open-air performances, which will be scheduled at the courtyard of the Gasteig. Tickets for the festival can be purchased at the Filmfest box office at Gasteig, or online at filmfest-muenchen.de. Here you will also find a comprehensive overview on all films on show, as well as a list of all venues.