25/11/2024 – Among the films awarded at the Asturian event are also new works by Boris Lojkine, Marta Mateus, Matthias Glasner and Arnaud and Jean-Marie Larrieu
On Saturday, the international jury of the 62nd Gijón International Film Festival (FICX), made up of Belen Funes, Sergio Oksman and Mark Personhanded out a slew of prizes in the Official Section – Albar Competition. Best Feature Film was won by By the Streamdirected by Hong Sang-soo (South Korea); the AISGE Award for Best Actress went to Kim minhee for the same film; and About Sangare was awarded Best Actor for his role in Boris Lojkin’s Souleymane’s Story [+lireaussi :[+lireaussi :
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The FIPRESCI jury, made up of Duma Day, Carles Martínez Agenjo and Jose Teodoroawarded the prizes in the Official Section – Retueyos Competition. Best Feature Film went to Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed [+lireaussi :[+lireaussi :
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At the closing gala, honorary awards were also given to Greek director Athina Rachel Tsangari and to actress Lone Fleming. Many other trophies were handed out at the closing ceremony, including Best Spanish Film of the Festival for As the Tide Comes In [+lireaussi :[+lireaussi :
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fiche film](Denmark) by Juan PalaciosBest Asturian Film for Sergio Montero and Asur Source’s Three men cannot hide under the lid of a potthe Youth Jury Award for River Returns by Japanese director Masakazu Kanekothe Dama Award for Best Screenplay for a Spanish Film for the documentary L’edat imminent by Collective Vigilia, Laura Corominas Espelt, Clara Serrano Llorens and Ariadna Ulldemolins Abadand the CIMA Award for Best Woman-directed Film to Peaches Goes Bananas [+lireaussi :[+lireaussi :
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The prizes of the Semilleru LabFICX’s industry programme, were also announced. Out of the projects in development, the SEMILLERU Lab Asturias Paraíso Natural Film Commission Award (for a gross amount of €4,000) went to The Island by Ismael Sordo. The SEMILLERU Lab (Post)Production Award was given to Moon in Scorpio by directors Aizpea de Atxa and Maria Corrias.
Here is the full list of award winners:
Albar Competition
Best Feature Film
By the Stream – Hong Sang-soo (South Korea)
AISGE Award for Best Actress
Kim Minhee – By the Stream
AISGE Award for Best Actor
Abou Sangare – The Best of Abou Sangare Souleymane’s Story [+lireaussi :[+lireaussi :
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Best Director Award
Matthias Glasner – Dying [+lireaussi :[+lireaussi :
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Retueyos Competition
FIPRESCI Award
Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed [+lireaussi :[+lireaussi :
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FIPRESCI Special Jury Prize
Fire of Wind [+lireaussi :[+lireaussi :
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Tierres in Trance Competition
Best Feature Film
I Saw Three Black Lights [+lireaussi :[+lireaussi :
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Tierres en Trance Award for Artistic Excellence
Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed – Hernán Rosselli
Other awards
Best Spanish Film
As the Tide Comes In [+lireaussi :[+lireaussi :
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Best Asturian Film
Three men cannot hide under the lid of a pot – Sergio Montero, Asur Fuente (Spain)
Audience Grand Prize
Jim’s Story [+lireaussi :[+lireaussi :
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Youth Jury Award (Feature)
River Returns – Masakazu Kaneko (Japan)
Youth Jury Award (Short)
Campolivar – Alicia Moncholí (Spain)
Enfants Terribles Award for Best Feature Film
Akiko – the Flying Monkey – Veit Helmer (Germany)
AMAE Best Editing Award
You separate a lot – Paula Veleiro (Spain)
Dama Award for Best Screenplay for a Spanish Film
L’edat imminent – Vigília Collective, Laura Corominas Espelt, Clara Serrano Llorens, Ariadna Ulldemolins (Spain)
CIMA Award for a Film Directed by a Woman
Peaches Goes Bananas [+lireaussi :[+lireaussi :
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Europa Film Festivals Award – Young Europe
Living Large [+lireaussi :[+lireaussi :
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RTPA Prize of the Asturies Curtiumetraxes Competition
Soledad – Howi Álvarez (Spain)
Special Mention
Festina Lente – Ana G Argüelles (Spain)
Laboral Cinemateca Short Films Distribution Award
Festina Lente – Ana G Arguelles
Rambal Award (XEGA)
All Shall Be Well – Ray Yeung (Hong Kong)
Movistar Plus+/La Pecera Estudio/Free Your Mind Short Film Project Award
One Way Cycle – Alicia Núñez Puerto (Spain)
Production: Abano Productions
Principality of Asturias New Directors Award
what you were – Iván Ladeiras (Spain)
Semilleru Lab – Post-production Projects
Post-production Award
Moon in Scorpio – Aizpea de Atxa, Maria Corriàs (Spain)
Production: Casa 11
MUBOX Studio Award
Like Manolete on the eve of his death – Álvaro Gómez (Spain)
Production: currently being self-produced
INCOPRODUCTION Award
No Ghost Inside – Antonio Morales (Spain)
Production: Arróspide (NADADORA FILMS)
Subtitle Award
ZORAvsKONG – Paola Álvarez, Manuel Escorihuelao (Spain)
Production: Paola Á Filmproduktion
MECAS Studio Award
No Ghost Inside –Antonio Morales
Semilleru Lab – Projects in Development
Semilleru Lab Asturias Natural Paradise Film Commission Award
The Island – Ismael Sordo (Spain)
Music Library & SFX Award
The disenchantment – Marta Martín (Spain)
Production: Carlos J Mata (ESCAC Films, Persi Motion Pictures)
Impulso ECAM Award
I’m in Love With My Testo – Juno Álvarez (Spain)
Production: Nell Córdova (Cacao Cinema)
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How can audiences become more active participants in supporting and sustaining independent cinema beyond just attending festivals?
This article is a great jumping-off point for discussions about independent film, film festivals, and the challenges and rewards of filmmaking. Here are some open-ended questions divided into thematic sections:
**1. Award Winners and Film Trends:**
* Which film mentioned in the article piqued your interest the most, and why?
* What common themes or styles do you notice among the winning films? Do you think these reflect any current trends in independent cinema?
* The article mentions several international films. How important is it for festivals like Seminci to showcase a diverse range of voices and perspectives?
**2. Support for Filmmakers:**
* The article highlights a variety of awards and grants given to filmmakers. How important is this type of support for independent filmmaking? What are some of the biggest obstacles independent filmmakers face?
* Several awards focus on specific aspects of filmmaking, such as editing, screenplay, or post-production. Why do you think it’s important to recognize these individual contributions?
* “Semilleru Lab” focuses on supporting films in development. Why is fostering new talent and projects crucial for the future of cinema?
**3. The Role of Film Festivals:**
* What are the benefits of attending film festivals for both filmmakers and audiences?
* Seminci has several sections dedicated to specific genres or themes (e.g., short films, documentaries, experimental film). How does this specialized approach contribute to the diversity of the festival?
* Do you think film festivals have a responsibility to showcase films that address social or political issues?
**4. Beyond the Awards:**
* The article mentions the “Audience Grand Prize.” Why is audience engagement so important for filmmakers?
* Do you think online platforms like streaming services have helped or hindered independent filmmaking?
* What are your thoughts on the future of independent cinema? What are some of the biggest challenges and opportunities it faces?
These questions are designed to spark conversation and encourage critical thinking about the world of independent film.
