This week on pplpod, we take a deep dive into the Golden Apricot Yerevan International Film Festival (GAIFF), Armenia’s premier cinema event. Founded in 2004 and led by honorary chairman and acclaimed director Atom Egoyan, GAIFF serves as a unique "Crossroads of Cultures and Civilizations," showcasing the richness of the human experience through world cinema.

In this episode, we cover:

• Festival History: From its inception by the Golden Apricot Fund for Cinema Development to its 22nd edition in 2025.

• Prestigious Awards: A look at the Golden Apricot and Silver Apricot winners, as well as the Parajonov’s Thaler for lifetime achievement, honoring legends like Abbas Kiaro ...