The Sydney Film Festival begins on Wednesday (June 6) and boasts an impressive line-up with over 150 films from over 50 countries. With a little something for everyone and so much to choose from, Natalie Salvo brings her ten picks from the first part of the festival.

It's not often you have the oppertunity to see an artist you truly admire and respect. Philip Glass is one such artist, whose film compositions have been my favourite of the last decade or two.

Change to Sydney Festival 2011 Program