The Hollywood Film Festival and ArcLight Cinemas are introducing a new monthly series for film lovers --
The Hollywood World Cinema Salon(tm). Each month a quality film will be screened, followed by a reception and networking session where film fans can engage in thought-provoking conversation. The Salons will be hosted by film journalist David Poland.

"Responding to the success of the festival's programming and the commitment from both the festival and ArcLight to bringing diverse and quality films to Hollywood on a year-round basis, we are committed, more than ever, to implementing our mandate: bridging the gap between established Hollywood and the global creative community," festival founder Carlos de Abreu said.

In the last two years, a total of 36 Oscar(r) nominations and 7 Oscars(r) were given to films the festival showcased and to the nominees and honorees of the Hollywood Awards(r).

In addition, the annual festival will also bestow the Hollywood World Awards to honor international filmmakers. From a list of up to 40 international films, a Blue Ribbon Selection Committee of 15 international judges will select 10 films as nominees for the Hollywood World Awards. These films must be completed between September 1, 2004, and October 1, 2005. Last year's winners were "The Motorcycle Diaries" and "The Sea Inside."