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Discover the latest seasonal winners of the LA Independent Women Film Awards


The LA Independent Women Film Awards serve as a significant platform dedicated to celebrating the immense creativity, talent, and influence of female filmmakers across various roles within the industry, including directing, producing, writing, cinematography, and acting. This prestigious event not only honors individual achievements but also highlights the importance of films that showcase women's unique perspectives and narratives. Each season, the awards recognize outstanding films and their creators, awarding seasonal winners who have demonstrated exceptional talent and innovation in the realm of independent cinema. These remarkable filmmakers go beyond mere entertainment; they engage audiences by inspiring them, challenging societal norms, and fostering a rich tapestry of diversity and representation within the film industry. Through their compelling storytelling, they ignite discussions on critical issues, raise awareness about social challenges, and empower women both in front of and behind the camera. The festival is designed to be inclusive and supportive, emphasizing the voices of women in international and U.S. media across a wide array of genres, from drama and comedy to documentary and experimental films.



The awards are not limited to a singular event; they are held seasonally and culminate in an annual celebration, ensuring that the contributions of female filmmakers are continuously acknowledged and celebrated throughout the year. The festival supports various projects, showcasing them at prominent LA cinemas, including the esteemed Fine Arts Theatre, which serves as a venue for finalists to present their works. Additionally, the festival extends its reach digitally through the LA Independent Women magazine, which plays a crucial role in promoting and distributing works created by female producers and directors. This digital platform amplifies their voices, allowing their stories to resonate with a broader audience and encouraging more women to pursue careers in filmmaking. By providing a space where female filmmakers can shine, the LA Independent Women Film Awards not only honor the current achievements of women in cinema but also inspire the next generation of storytellers, ensuring that their contributions to the film industry are recognized, valued, and celebrated.






Winners:




Best Narrative Feature

The Property

Director: Dana Modan



Best Narrative Short

RUN

Directors: Victoria Barabas, Katherine Cronyn



Best Female Director

Ryann Liebl

Mags and Julie Go On A Road Trip



Best Actress

Sofia Diaz

De La Cruz



Best Editor

Jessica Dymond

The Salmon's Call



Best Composer

Helen Jane Long

SHINE



Best Documentary Feature

God As My Witness

Director: Lindsay Q Pitre


Best Documentary Short

La Esperanza

Director: Maria Fernanda Cestero



Best Director

Alice Bahargul Rehemutula

Falling In Love In Broken English 2



Best Animation

Testimony

Director: Su Min Ha



Best Horror

Brown Hare

Director: MK McGehee



Best Experimental

Liminal

Director: Janelle Christa



Best Student Film

A Matter of Poultry

Director: Nandini Bapat



Best L.A. Filmmaker

Katherine Connor Duff

Pay Deferred



Best International Filmmaker

MEEET

Director: Laama Almadani



Best Science Fiction

To The End

Director: Ruiying Sun



Best Music Video

You Won’t Bring Me Down

Directors: Alexandra, Maya Clarisse Lopez, Blades



Best Series-Web-Pilot

$HARE

Director: Delia Mayer



Best LGBTQ

Director: SATOKO NAGAMURA



Best Comedy

SUPER

Directors: Jannah Dryden, Glenn Saggers



Best Thriller

Double Booking Part of the Scare BNB franchise

Director: Christin Baker



Best Human Rights

Hemorrhage

Director: Ella Lentini



Best Youth Artist

India Anne Mitchell

Second Chance



Best Environmental

Nova Volta (New Journey)

Director: Mar Font



Best First Time Filmmaker

Lasciare

Director: Cara Ronzetti



Best Independent Film

An agitated wind

Director: Patricia Montoya



Best Unproduced Script

Lost Woman Dead Earth

LEANNE M WATSON


 
 
 

© Women in Film Mag I 2024

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