Melbourne International Film Festival

The 54th Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF), to be held from July 20 - August 7, features over 420 films from more than 50 countries around the world.

Showcasing new movies starring Cate Blanchett, Mark Walberg, Bai Ling, Johnny Knoxville and home grown talents including William McInnes, Lisa McCune, Martin Henderson and Kestie Morassi, this years festival has something for everyone.

From a spotlight on New Chinese cinema to programmes featuring the work of extraordinary filmmakers in International Panorama, Australian Showcase, New Europe, Cinema Argentino and Documentaries, winter in Melbourne has never looked so promising.

Tickets go on sale July 9. To book films for all sessions, call (03) 9662 3722, visit the MIFF Box Office at the Forum Theatre or visit melbournefilmfestival.com.au www.melbournefilmfestival.com.au