First Season of 33 International Film Festival Ended Successfully
In May 2024, the 33 International Film Festival wrapped up in a vibrant and enthusiastic atmosphere. This season not only received numerous outstanding films and filmmakers but also provided a visual and auditory feast for film enthusiasts. The awards highlighted the exceptional talents and relentless efforts of many filmmakers.
Event HighlightsFirst Season of 33 International Film Festival Ended Successfully
This season received 187 submissions from 46 countries worldwide, including Emmy Award winners, Oscar and BAFTA nominees, as well as filmmakers who have been featured in the top three European film festivals. The 33 International Film Festival is honored to receive such widespread recognition. Originally, only 4,500 CNY in cash prizes were prepared, but due to the active participation of outstanding filmmakers, it was decided to add prizes totaling 30,000 CNY as additional awards.
Judging and Screenings
The organizers guarantee that each film will be viewed by at least four professional jury members. The judging panel consists of filmmakers, distributors, and media executives, with each film reviewed by at least three preliminary judges and one final judge. The festival operates on a seasonal and annual basis. Seasonal winners will be screened at the annual event, where the annual winners will be decided. Screenings are held in private theaters in multiple cities, including Beijing and Chengdu. In addition to cash prizes, winners will receive prizes from sponsors such as MOMA, Viltrox, and Aputure.
Awards and Winners
The awards and the seasonal winners are as follows:
• Best Short Film: The Wondrous Worlds of Piero Maria, by Helena Guerra
• Special Mention: Valet, by Petr Cikhart
• Best Animated Film: In Half, by Jorge Morais Valle
• Special Mention: Обіруч (Heart Hug), by Rimma Gefen and Nika Zhukova
• Best Documentary: 49 385, by Helena Stańczyk
• Best Director: In Half, by Jorge Morais Valle
• Best Performance: Leaf - Mingzhu Li
• Best Cinematography: Muqaddas (THE SACRED), by Khurram Zaidi
• Special Mention for Cinematography: A Knot in the Wood, by Pascal Chaumont
• Best Screenplay: 99%, by Runmeng Wang
• Best Editing: Hunter Loading, by Sasa Numic
• Best Sound: Valet, by Petr Cikhart
• Best Original Score: The Other Moon Goddess, by Min Ding
Film Recruitment
The 33 International Film Festival welcomes your participation! We are accepting submissions from all kinds of talented filmmakers around the world, whether they are fiction or non-fiction, linear or non-linear, low-budget or no-budget productions. We will choose the most innovative and skillful films, with seasonal winners eligible to compete for the annual prize. Please ensure your submissions include English subtitles. Join us in witnessing the splendor of independent film!
Future Outlook
The 33 International Film Festival concluded with a diverse array of works and an exhilarating awards ceremony. We look forward to the next season, which will bring more outstanding films and inspiring moments. Thanks to all the contestants for their involvement and support. We look forward to witnessing your shining moments in the future.In May 2024, the 33 International Film Festival wrapped up in a vibrant and enthusiastic atmosphere. This season not only received numerous outstanding films and filmmakers but also provided a visual and auditory feast for film enthusiasts. The awards highlighted the exceptional talents and relentless efforts of many filmmakers.
Event Highlights
This season received 187 submissions from 46 countries worldwide, including Emmy Award winners, Oscar and BAFTA nominees, as well as filmmakers who have been featured in the top three European film festivals. The 33 International Film Festival is honored to receive such widespread recognition. Originally, only 4,500 CNY in cash prizes were prepared, but due to the active participation of outstanding filmmakers, it was decided to add prizes totaling 30,000 CNY as additional awards.
Judging and Screenings
The organizers guarantee that each film will be viewed by at least four professional jury members. The judging panel consists of filmmakers, distributors, and media executives, with each film reviewed by at least three preliminary judges and one final judge. The festival operates on a seasonal and annual basis. Seasonal winners will be screened at the annual event, where the annual winners will be decided. Screenings are held in private theaters in multiple cities, including Beijing and Chengdu. In addition to cash prizes, winners will receive prizes from sponsors such as MOMA, Viltrox, and Aputure.
Awards and Winners
The awards and the seasonal winners are as follows:
• Best Short Film: The Wondrous Worlds of Piero Maria, by Helena Guerra
• Special Mention: Valet, by Petr Cikhart
• Best Animated Film: In Half, by Jorge Morais Valle
• Special Mention: Обіруч (Heart Hug), by Rimma Gefen and Nika Zhukova
• Best Documentary: 49 385, by Helena Stańczyk
• Best Director: In Half, by Jorge Morais Valle
• Best Performance: Leaf - Mingzhu Li
• Best Cinematography: Muqaddas (THE SACRED), by Khurram Zaidi
• Special Mention for Cinematography: A Knot in the Wood, by Pascal Chaumont
• Best Screenplay: 99%, by Runmeng Wang
• Best Editing: Hunter Loading, by Sasa Numic
• Best Sound: Valet, by Petr Cikhart
• Best Original Score: The Other Moon Goddess, by Min Ding
Film Recruitment
The 33 International Film Festival welcomes your participation! We are accepting submissions from all kinds of talented filmmakers around the world, whether they are fiction or non-fiction, linear or non-linear, low-budget or no-budget productions. We will choose the most innovative and skilful films, with seasonal winners eligible to compete for the annual prize. Please ensure your submissions include English subtitles. Join us in witnessing the splendor of independent film!
Future Outlook
The 33 International Film Festival concluded with a diverse array of works and an exhilarating awards ceremony. We look forward to the next season, which will bring more outstanding films and inspiring moments. Thanks to all the contestants for their involvement and support. We look forward to witnessing your shining moments in the future.
