What is Indie Shorts Awards Cannes?
The Cannes Independent Short Film Awards are an independent awards ceremony that takes place alongside the Cannes Film Festival. The awards are given to short films that are not selected for the official Cannes Film Festival competition.
The Cannes Independent Short Film Awards were founded in 2016 by a group of independent filmmakers and film professionals. The awards are designed to recognize and support independent short filmmakers from around the world.
The awards are given in a variety of categories, including Best Film, Best Director, Best Screenplay, Best Cinematography, and Best Editing. There is also a special jury prize for films that demonstrate exceptional creativity and originality.
The Cannes Independent Short Film Awards are an important platform for independent short filmmakers. The awards provide an opportunity for filmmakers to showcase their work to a global audience and to network with other filmmakers and industry professionals.
Key Facts about the Cannes Independent Short Film Awards:
Founded in 2016
Recognizes and supports independent short filmmakers from around the world
Awards given in a variety of categories, including Best Film, Best Director, Best Screenplay, Best Cinematography, Best Editing, and Special Jury Prize
Provides a platform for independent short filmmakers to showcase their work to a global audience and to network with other filmmakers and industry professionals
The Cannes Independent Short Film Awards are an important part of the Cannes Film Festival. They provide a platform for independent short filmmakers to showcase their work and to gain recognition for their talent.
Cannes Independent Short Film Awards Winners and Films
2023
Best Film: “The Water Murmurs” by Jianying Chen
Best Director: Jianying Chen for “The Water Murmurs”
Best Screenplay: Jianying Chen for “The Water Murmurs”
Best Cinematography: Jianying Chen for “The Water Murmurs”
Best Editing: Jianying Chen for “The Water Murmurs”
Special Jury Prize: “The Night of the Plastic Bags” by Gabriel Harel
2022
Best Film: “The Elefant” by Alejandro Landes
Best Director: Alejandro Landes for “The Elefant”
Best Screenplay: Alejandro Landes for “The Elefant”
Best Cinematography: Alejandro Landes for “The Elefant”
Best Editing: Alejandro Landes for “The Elefant”
Special Jury Prize: “The Headhunter” by Jordan Graham
2021
Best Film: “The Long Goodbye” by Aneil Karia
Best Director: Aneil Karia for “The Long Goodbye”
Best Screenplay: Aneil Karia for “The Long Goodbye”
Cinematography: Aneil Karia for “The Long Goodbye”
Best Editing: Aneil Karia for “The Long Goodbye”
Special Jury Prize: “The Ride” by Matan Yair
2020
Best Film: “The Distance Between Us and the Sky” by Vasilis Kekatos
Director: Vasilis Kekatos for “The Distance Between Us and the Sky”
Best Screenplay: Vasilis Kekatos for “The Distance Between Us and the Sky”
Best Cinematography: Vasilis Kekatos for “The Distance Between Us and the Sky”
Best Editing: Vasilis Kekatos for “The Distance Between Us and the Sky”
Special Jury Prize: “I Want to Return Return Return” by Elsa Rosengren
2019
Best Film: “Fauve” by Jeremy Comte
Best Director: Jeremy Comte for “Fauve”
Best Screenplay: Jeremy Comte for “Fauve”
Best Cinematography: Jeremy Comte for “Fauve”
Best Editing: Jeremy Comte for “Fauve”
Special Jury Prize: “The Night of the Plastic Bags” by Gabriel Harel
2018
Best Film: “The Field Guide to Evil” by Ashim Ahluwalia
Best Director: Ashim Ahluwalia for “The Field Guide to Evil”
Best Screenplay: Ashim Ahluwalia for “The Field Guide to Evil”
Best Cinematography: Ashim Ahluwalia for “The Field Guide to Evil”
Best Editing: Ashim Ahluwalia for “The Field Guide to Evil”
Special Jury Prize: “Fauve” by Jeremy Comte
2017
Best Film: “The Dinner Party” by Miles Joris-Peyrafitte
Best Director: Miles Joris-Peyrafitte for “The Dinner Party”
Best Screenplay: Miles Joris-Peyrafitte for “The Dinner Party”
Best Cinematography: Miles Joris-Peyrafitte for “The Dinner Party”
Best Editing: Miles Joris-Peyrafitte for “The Dinner Party”
Special Jury Prize: “The Wound” by John Trengove
2016
Best Film: “The Last Day of Summer” by Tamir Kahlon
Best Director: Tamir Kahlon for “The Last Day of Summer”
Best Screenplay: Tamir Kahlon for “The Last Day of Summer”
Best Cinematography: Tamir Kahlon for “The Last Day of Summer”
Best Editing: Tamir Kahlon for “The Last Day of Summer”
Special Jury Prize: “The Grind” by Ash Mayfair
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