It is a multi-day event featuring short films and animations from around the world and includes film-related panel discussions, workshops, and live performances.
Official selections range from A-list directors and industry professionals, to students and emerging independent filmmakers.
[1] Awards and prizes are given for 'Best of Show' in five genre categories, with an additional award for Outstanding Film, Outstanding Student Filmmaker, and honorable mentions in each category.
[2] ITSA Film Festival was founded in 2010 by Christina and David Wilkinson to support the film club at Connections Visual & Performing Arts Academy.
[3] 25 invitation-only filmmakers were invited to show their films and animations at the inaugural event.