DocFest

Sheffield DocFest Wraps Up with Anastasiya Miroshnichenko’s ‘Welded Together’ Taking Top Honors

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Sheffield, England — The 32nd edition of Sheffield DocFest wrapped up recently, showcasing an impressive array of cinematic talent from around the globe. The festival concluded on Sunday with its closing gala at the Crucible Playhouse, where director Anastasiya Miroshnichenko’s film Welded Together was awarded the prestigious Grand Jury Award for the International Competition. The jury praised Welded Together as a powerful depiction of resilience, highlighting both the strength of its central character and a community united in solidarity. The film poignantly contrasts the generosity of the Belarusian people with the stark challenges posed by … Read more

Sheffield DocFest Celebrates Creative Triumphs: ‘Welded Together’ Takes Grand Jury Award in Strong Showcase of Global Documentaries

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Sheffield, England — The 32nd edition of the Sheffield DocFest has drawn to a close, culminating in a celebration of documentary filmmaking that showcased diverse storytelling from around the globe. The festival wrapped up on Sunday, with director Anastasiya Miroshnichenko’s film Welded Together receiving the prestigious Grand Jury Award for International Competition during a gala held at the Crucible Playhouse. The film was praised by the jury for its portrayal of resilience, highlighting both the protagonist’s strength and the solidarity within a community grappling with the harsh realities of alcoholism in Belarusian society. The jury … Read more