Established in 2001 by Naomi Ellenberg-Dukas, Belmont World Film was created in answer to a survey that pointed to a need for greater awareness of foreign cultures and languages. Since then it has been producing a series of showings of world films at the Studio Cinema in Belmont. The organization shows films that promote cross cultural understanding and follows each with a discussion or related cultural performance and/or food sampling. In the fall, Belmont World Film offers a family film festival featuring movies that appeal to all ages. 2011 is Belmont World Film's 10th anniversary; the organization will be partnering with the Boston area Peace Corps for a variety of celebration events. Interested moviegoers can get on a mailing list at the website to be notified of upcoming films.