Filmfest DC

Also known as the Washington International Film Festival, this multi-venued celebration of film spreads itself across the entire city for 12 days of the best in both mainstream and experimental cinema. Audience award winners from past years have included the Belic Brothers raw 'Genghis Blues' and the gentle 'Buena Vista Social Club', which gives an indication of the festival's range. Another highlight is the 'Arabian Sights' branch of the festival, which showcases the best of contemporary Arab cinema, all of which are presented with English subtitles.