A world of cinema is headed to Noosa with the release of the Noosa International Film Festival program.

The festival will appeal to film lovers and filmmakers alike with industry workshops and 100 films screening over four days, from Thursday 26 to Sunday 29 October.

Short and feature length films from 31 countries will keep audiences glued to the screen covering a diverse program of genres.

Festival president, Campbell Corfe says this year's program is more diverse than the inaugural festival and is sure to be a crowd pleaser.

“We have taken great care in ensuring the quality of the films and events at this year's festival will appeal to a wide audience.

“This year's program will be highly entertaining.”

The official Opening Night event takes place on Friday 27 October with the screening of new Australian thriller, Jungle starring Daniel Radcliffe.

Also confirmed is the return of Academy Award-winning cinematographer, John Seale as the festival's founding patron who will make an appearance at multiple events.

“We are honoured Mr Seale will be joining us in Noosa again, this time as founding patron,” said Mr Corfe.

“We will also be welcoming Australian sound designer, James Currie to Noosa to share his insights into the magic of sound in cinema.”

James Currie worked beside Rolf de Heer on some of Australia's iconic films including Ten Canoes and Charlie's Country and will present at the festival's Inside Cinema Q&A event.

A combination of music and cinema will also feature at the Noosa International Film Festival with two performances by local musicians.

Band of Frequencies will play a jazzy set alongside surfing documentary, Men of Wood & Foam told by local producer Phil Jarratt.

And a band from Eumundi, HoneyBird will perform a rock opera to the 1927 sci-fi classic, Metropolis.

Participating venues include BCC Cinemas, The J and Noosa Arts Theatres, Peppers Noosa Resort & Villas and Eumundi School of Arts Hall.

Early bird prices are available on some events until 30 September. Browse the full program at www.niff.com.au. For accommodation needs head to www.visitnoosa.com.au

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About Noosa International Film Festival

The Noosa International Film Festival aims to become one of Australia's leading international film festivals by screening new release Australian and international feature length films, high quality short films, and staging inspirational workshops and talks with leading industry experts – all set in the beautiful backdrop of Noosa. Thursday to Sunday, 26-29 October 2017. Tickets & info at www.niff.com.au

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