Toronto International Film Festival Unveils 2024 Award Categories, Jury Members, and Prizes with Revived Canadian Discovery Award

Toronto, Canada – The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) is gearing up to announce its 2024 round of awards at the festival’s grand finale on September 15 at TIFF Lightbox. This year, TIFF has revamped its award criteria and expanded its jury panels to include notable figures from the global cinema landscape. After a five-year hiatus, the Best Canadian Discovery Award returns with a new focus and recognition criteria tailored to champion the efforts of emerging Canadian filmmakers in the festival’s Official Selection. The award will be a beacon for new voices, spotlighting first or … Read more

China’s Prestigious FIRST International Film Festival Withholds Best Narrative Film Award For First Time, Celebrates Groundbreaking Talent in Other Categories

Xining, China – Spectators and participants at the prestigious FIRST International Film Festival were left in surprise when the best narrative film award was left unallocated, marking a first in the event’s history since it debuted in 2006. The decision underscored the jury’s commitment to only recognizing truly groundbreaking work in cinema. Set against the picturesque backdrop of the Tibetan Plateau, the festival is known for its focus on avant-garde Chinese cinema. However, this year, the jury chaired by acclaimed director Guan Hu, found none of the contenders in the narrative category to rise to … Read more

Powerful Change Makers Chosen: APAC Tambuli Awards Unveil 2024 Jury for Builders of Society Categories

Hong Kong, China – The APAC Tambuli Awards has announced the jury for the 2024 Builders of Society Categories. This prestigious event recognizes advertising campaigns that promote positive social change. The awards, established in 2005, celebrate brands that contribute to the betterment of society through their impactful initiatives. The jury for the 2024 awards consists of esteemed professionals from various industries, ensuring a diverse and well-rounded perspective. This year’s jury includes experts from advertising, marketing, and communications backgrounds who will assess the submissions and select the winners. The APAC Tambuli Awards aim to honor campaigns … Read more

Gerety Awards 2024 Promises New Categories and Earth Prize for Creative Excellence

Paris, France – The prestigious Gerety Awards has opened its doors for entries, unveiling an impressive lineup of 15 locations for the executive jury sessions. Spanning across major cities such as New York, Los Angeles, London, and Sydney, these sessions will play a crucial role in determining the winners in various categories. One of the defining aspects of the Gerety Awards is its inclusion of the agency and production company of the year from each country, selected from the entrants of the Portfolio Cut. In an exciting development for 2024, the Gerety Awards has introduced … Read more