Since the first edition the Cape Winelands Film Festival (CWFF) has significantly grown in size and international participation. More than 70 features, documentaries and short films from over 35 countries were in competition during 2009. More than 130 productions formed part of the festival programme. The main objective of the CWFF is to provide a window on world cinemas. The festival also aims to build a rich film culture among South African audiences by celebrating great achievements of the past.