Festival

Full Frame Documentary Film Festival Announces Award Winners: ‘Hollywoodgate,’ ‘1489,’ and More Take the Spotlight

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Durham, North Carolina – The Full Frame Documentary Film Festival recently concluded with a celebration of groundbreaking films and talented filmmakers. The festival, known for showcasing thought-provoking documentaries, recognized exceptional work in various categories. This year’s winners include diverse stories that captivated audiences and shed light on important issues. One of the highlights was “Hollywoodgate” directed by Ibrahim Nash’at, which received the prestigious Full Frame Grand Jury Award. The film delves into the underbelly of the entertainment industry, offering an intriguing exploration of the inner workings of Hollywood. Another standout was “1489” directed by Shoghakat … Read more

Exile and Hope: Palestinian Director’s ‘Life is Beautiful’ Wins Top Prize at International Human Rights Film Festival

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BRNO, Czech Republic – Palestinian director Mohamed Jabaly’s film ‘Life is Beautiful’ has been crowned the winner of this year’s One World International Human Rights Film Festival. The festival took place in Prague and attracted over 21,000 spectators. Jabaly’s documentary follows the journey of a young Palestinian filmmaker as he navigates exile in Norway. In a unique twist, his month-long stay turns into a forced period of exile due to the political situation in his homeland. The festival also awarded director Kumjana Novakova with the jury prize for directing for her film ‘Silence of Reason’. … Read more

7 Tisch Alumni Shine at the 2024 SXSW Film Festival with Award-Winning Projects

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Austin, Texas – From March 8 to 16, this year’s SXSW Film Festival showcased the cutting edge of discovery, creativity, and innovation in the film industry. It was an event where filmmakers, industry professionals, and enthusiasts gathered to celebrate the art of storytelling on the big screen. Several talented alumni from Tisch School of the Arts at New York University were among the honorees at the festival. Their exceptional work on various projects earned them recognition in four different categories. The achievements of these alumni stood out in a sea of talent, serving as a … Read more

CICLOPE Festival 2024 Recognizes Latin America’s Finest Craftsmanship in Spectacular Awards Show

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Cancer Before Cancer, an impactful campaign by Fundación Peruana de Cáncer, emerged as the recipient of the prestigious Grand Prix at the 2024 CICLOPE Festival in São Paulo, Brazil. This remarkable event, showcasing the very essence of Latin American craftsmanship, celebrated the region’s most talented creative minds. Over two days, industry leaders gathered to exchange ideas, forge connections, and honor outstanding achievements in various craft categories, such as direction, cinematography, production design, editing, VFX, animation, and fashion film. Rebeca and Agosto Music & Sound Craft, in collaboration with advertising agency Fahrenheit DDB, deserve immense recognition … Read more