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Its a Wrap! 'Eat, Pray, Love' starring Julia Roberts and Javier Bardem and a crew led by director Ryan Murphy completes four weeks of principle photography on Bali. EPL started shooting on the heels of the BALINALE and had the film's Executive Producer Stan Wlodkowski scouting locations during last year's festival. Link
BALINALE Chairperson Rima Melati, Co-founders Christine Hakim and Deborah Gabinetti and the Festival Committee wish to thank those filmmakers who participated in making this year’s event a great success and to express our deep gratitude to those who contributed to the BALINALE and its educational programs.
Exclusive Interview with Davina Belling! - BAFTA Winning British film producer responsible for bringing Gregory's Girl to the screen talks to BALINALE Here
BALINALE Chairperson Rima Melati, Co-founders Christine Hakim and Deborah Gabinetti and the Festival Committee wish to thank those filmmakers who participated in making this year’s event a great success and to express our deep gratitude to those who contributed to the BALINALE and its educational programs. The festival had record attendance at the screenings, participating in the workshops and seminars with many of the films sold out or standing room only. We look forward to seeing you all at BALINALE 2010!
BALINALE 2009 Closing Night Party was the place to be seen with filmmakers and celebrities mingling during an exclusive event hosted by the fabulous Rock Bar AYANA Resort and Spa Bali. photos
Interview with Ferdy Kuntoro - Young Indonesian Film Maker - Creator of Blood & Milk. Here
25 Oct - Closing Film - ‘Meriah Mimpi’
The full house event was free of charge with children from all ages in attendance and a special appearance by Friend of the Festival DIDI PETET and actress JAJANG C NOER.
23 Oct - INGLOURIOUS BASTERDS rocked a packed house and delighted everyone!
22 Oct - Kanchivaram promises to be one of the highlights of the festival. Tickets running out - arrive before 9pm to assure a seat!
22 Oct - Seminar - Trials & Tribulations of Producing - Another record-breaking event with industry veteran Davina Belling! 
22 Oct - Still Bill - A few tickets remain for a Fab musicologists journey through the 70's
22 Oct - Valentino - Standing Room Only remains. Greeting by our favourite Italian/Balinese designer, Milo!   @7pm
21 Oct - Oh My God - Standing room only in this sold out film! Hugely positive response!
12 October - Today's press conference at Sahid Jaya Hotel in Jakarta was a huge success. It was attended by 60 journalists and many thanks go to the filmmakers and supporters Rima Melati, Didi Petet, Salman Aristo & Ferdy Kuntoro.
Link to Press Release (PDF)
7 October - Young Indonesian Film Circle Workshop conducted by Anata Wijaya was a huge success!  Link
28 September - Festival Schedule Announced! Acrobat PDF file   here
23 September -  "Mary and Max" selected as the opening night film for the 2009 BALINALE International Film Festival!  More
16 September -  TAKE A SEAT! Friends of The Festival Sponsor Tickets for Local Children Link
15 September - Creative director Kelly Marciano just returned from Paris where she met, among others, veteran film maker Captain Manu About, Gautier About and film director David Gobert. Link
15 September - Governor of Bali MADE MANGKU PASTIKA endorses festival and sends his welcome letter to all filmmakers and film enthusiasts.
15 September - The festival merchandise this year will include limited edition BALINALE International Film Festival T-shirts (sizes for the whole family), Caps, Tote bags, and Candles! Merchandise goes on sale Oct 10.  Link
14 September - Festival Passes available soon! For only Rp150,000 you’ll be able to see all screenings from 21 – 25 October. Passes will be sold through the BALINALE festival headquarters starting October 1.
12 September  - BALINALE premiers INGLOURIOUS BASTERDS at this year's festival!
12 September - The fabulous Ayana Resort Bali to host festival Closing Night Party!
1 September - Film Highlights Announced! See Link for details.
26 August - BALINALE Festival Committee met with Bali Governor MADE MANGKU PASTIKA to present this year’s program.
7 August - Planet Hollywood to host Opening Night After Party
24 July - BALINALE International Film Festival - Didi Petet Polishes Bali's Future Acting Stars - Jakarta Post Link
19 July - Senior Indonesian film actor, DIDI PETET, conducts a Professional Acting Workshop in the first of a BALINALE International Film Festival series. Link
17 June - Cinema 21, DFS Galleria announce their sponsorship of several events! Details to follow...
16 June - Festival Director announced that this years' short film category will include a competition with the theme of 'Food & Romance'. Details to be announced soon.
10 June - This venue for this years' welcome dinner is now confirmed at the glamorous Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay.
5 June  - The first workshop of the festival will be a student Acting Workshop running from 18 to 20 July.