4. Hong Kong International Film Festival

The Hong Kong International Film Festival (HKIFF), held by the Hong Kong International Film Festival Society, is one of Asia's oldest international film festival. Founded in 1976, the HKIFF today has grown to become Hong Kong's largest cultural event and is one of Asia's most reputable platforms for filmmakers, film professionals and filmgoers from across the world to launch new works and experience outstanding films. Screening over 330 titles from 50 countries in 11 major cultural venues in Hong Kong, the HKIFF reaches an audience of over 600,000 as well as some 4,500 business executives who attend the Hong Kong International Film and TV Market (FILMART). It is worth noting that Hong Kong also has another prestige award, the Hong Kong Film Awards (HKFA), founded in 1982. However, the HKFA is not associated with this festival.