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Capote impresses press and fans alike in Berlin Content 360 a new interactive initative from MIP-MILIA Syriana deals with some hot political issues of the day ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________ CALL FOR ENTRIES ONLINE SUBMISSIONS Filmmakers don't miss these ones! FILMSTOCK <http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/06/jan/filmstock.shtml%20> in the UK is on the hunt once again for soulful shorts, features, and documentaries. Open to all genres from anywhere in the world. 200+ films from 25+ countries will play alongside curated retrospectives, themes nights, outdoor movies and late night clandestine screenings. Extended Deadline: Feb 14 2006. APPLY ONLINE FORT <http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/february/fort_myers.shtml> MYERS BEACH FILM FESTIVAL April 27 - 30, 2006 Accepting independent films, shorts, animated & student films for Fort Myers Beach Film Festival April 27 - 30, 2006. 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Entries are accepted to January 31, 2005 THE <http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/october/pbiff.shtml> PALM BEACH INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL: April 20-27, 2006 The Palm Beach International Film Festival is a 501(3)(c) not for profit organization supporting film programs in local schools and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of future filmmakers by helping them fulfill their dreams to one-day work in the world of film. Proceeds generated each year are donated to schools, in the form of grants and scholarships, to provide new technologies. RIFF <http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/september/roma.shtml> Awards 2006 & Rome Film Market: 24-31 March 2006 Riff takes place in the Italian capital on 24-31 March 2006. Prizes worth over 50.000 € will be awarded. 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