Inaugural

Cádiz Welcomes New Voices: South International Series Festival Unveils Exciting Jury for Inaugural City of Cádiz Award

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Cádiz, Spain — The South International Series Festival is set to brighten the cultural scene from September 12 to 17, as it announces the introduction of the City of Cádiz Award, featuring a jury composed of local figures including Santiago Moreno, Beatriz Aragón, Ester Trigo, Manuel Tirado, and Aroa Plaza Blanco. As the festival enters its third edition, it aims to showcase illustrious talents from the national and international television industry. Notable jurors for the competition’s Fiction and Non-Fiction sections include actress Patricia Vico, producer Michael Murphy, and Creative Director Myar Craig-Brown, among others. Their … Read more

Just For Laughs Celebrates Rising Talent with Inaugural Shorts & Pilots Awards at 2025 Festival

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Montréal, Canada — Just For Laughs, renowned for its annual comedy festival, has unveiled the winners of its inaugural Shorts & Pilots Program following its flagship event in 2025. This initiative aims to highlight emerging talent in the world of comedic storytelling through short films and pilot episodes. In the Shorts category, the Grand Jury Prize was awarded to Better People, a project helmed by director Rory Kramer and penned by Jessica Uhler. The Audience Award in this category went to This Blows, featuring a script by Molly Clark and direction by Talia Smith. Both … Read more

Iranian Documentary ‘The Last of the Whale Shark’ Snags Special Jury Award at Inaugural SCO Film Festival

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TEHRAN, Iran — The inaugural Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Film Festival recently honored Iranian filmmaker Ramtin Balef with the Special Jury Award for his documentary “The Last of the Whale Shark.” The festival took place from July 3 to 7 in the Yongchuan district of Chongqing, China, coinciding with the BRICS Summit and the first Asian Countries Meeting. Balef’s documentary explores the poignant journey of a whale shark as it seeks its soul mate within the vastness of the ocean. It stands as a notable entry in a festival that showcased a diverse array of … Read more

Star-Studded Night Celebrates Telangana’s Inaugural Gaddar Film Awards with Glitz, Glamour, and Well-Deserved Honors

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Hyderabad, India — The inaugural Gaddar Telangana Film Awards were celebrated at a vibrant ceremony held Saturday at Hitex, honoring the achievements of filmmakers and artists in the region. The awards are named after the renowned revolutionary balladeer Gaddar, reflecting his influence on the cultural landscape. Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy presided over the event alongside Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka and Cinematography Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy. The ceremony attracted a notable audience, including Gaddar Foundation chairman Suryakiran and TGFDC Managing Director S. Harish. As part of the evening’s festivities, winners were awarded … Read more