Vancouver International Film Festival 2009

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This year the Vancouver International Film Festival runs from October 1, 2009 through October 15, 2009.

[GenesisOne]

I have never attended a film festival before, although I have certainly heard of them. What exactly are they like? Can anyone share some memorable experiences they have had at a film festival so that I know what to possibly expect should I decide to attend one?