Lovers of low-budget or independent filmmaking could find property in Portugal allows them to immerse themselves in a culture of creativity.

Each year, the movies made by Madeira residents are celebrated at the Funchal Film Festival.

In 2010, a series of short films are scheduled to premiere at the festival as part of a competition to find the best.

But victory in the contest is not the only purpose for the festival, which also allows tourists to enjoy parties and street entertainment along with guided tours of the region.

The latter could be the ideal opportunity for anyone scoping out property in Portugal to take a look at the traditional homes that Funchal has to offer.

In order to compete for the Funchal City Golden Award, films must have been produced since January 1st 2008.

As with any good festival, a closing ceremony brings the itinerary to an end and allows those who attend to reminisce on their experiences of the region’s filmmaking acumen.

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