The Greater Santander International Film Festival (FICGS) is a space that unites filmmakers, artists, and film lovers through a platform for exhibition, discussion, scholarship, and cultural exchange in the departments of Santander and Norte de Santander. Our mission is to strengthen the Colombian and regional audiovisual industry by promoting and showcasing the talent of young filmmakers from Santander and Colombia.
Objective:
We seek to promote film culture and film production from various discussion forums, inviting constructive and creative dialogue among Santander society, its ecosystem and artistic universe, its schools, universities, foundations, private companies, public institutions, etc. It will also be a critical space for the Colombian audiovisual industry, encouraging the creation and exhibition of national and international film projects.
Specific Objectives:
• Promote the development of new talent in the audiovisual sector in Santander.
• Provide access to cinema for vulnerable communities and educational sectors.
•Promote local film production through calls for proposals and workshops.
•Create exhibition and dissemination spaces for national and international audiovisual projects.
•Promote social inclusion through film, including the participation of incarcerated individuals.
•Strengthen the regional film industry through strategic alliances and academic activities.
Expected Impact:
• Strengthening of film culture and film production in the region.
• Inclusion of vulnerable populations in the audiovisual process.
• Generation of new talent in the film industry.
• Connection between different actors in the film industry.
