The Monaco International Film Festival is an annual international special interest

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held in

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. It is a non-profit organization, formed in December 2003 and founded by Rosana Golden and Dean Bentley The festival focuses on non-violent films, screening films and productions from around the world, and awards are given in many categories. Its distinguished guests have included

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. The festival's awards are called the Angel Film Awards.

References

External links

Monaco International Film Festival official website

''Angel Film Awards''
Film festivals in Monaco 2003 establishments in Monaco {{Monaco-stub