The festival is the premier showcase for new work from Mexican and international independent filmmakers.

The Prize is open to film makers from around the world and judged by a panel of international filmmakers and artists.

Twenty-five films from local and international filmmakers were screened.

"The only thing I worry about is whether we are doing a good enough job recognizing international filmmakers," she said.

It's only recently that Cambodia has managed to lure international filmmakers back to its lush and exotic locations.

Attendance is over 30,000 general public and more than 550 international filmmakers over the ten-day event.

In addition, Strawberry Shorts will screen short films made by national and international filmmakers.

Established in 1997, the festival aims to show independent works from local and international filmmakers.

Other mainstream international filmmakers have been borrowing from the Bollywood tradition.

Audiences will be able to view multimedia films produced by international and national filmmakers and artists.