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Welcome to Filmfest DC 2009: April 16-26
Capital Focus AwardThe Capital Focus Award is a juried competition of selected films deserving of increased recognition. Films in competition were selected by the Festival's Programming Committee and the winner will be determined by a jury of accomplished film professionals. This year's winner is Snow by Aida Begic (Bosnia-Herzegovina, Germany, France, Iran). Additionally, a Special Jury Award goes to The Necessities of Life by Benoit Pilon (Canada). Circle Audience AwardFounded by Ted and Jim Pedas, Washington's Circle Theatres set the standard for innovative quality film programming. Filmfest DC presented an award to the feature film voted the most popular by our audience. The top 5 films for this year are:
Signis AwardThe Signis jury selected a film judged by its jury to best illuminate and celebrate what it means to be human in a diverse and challenging world. This year's winner is Departures by Yojiro Takita (Japan). Special commendations go to The Necessities of Life by Benoit Pilon (Canada) and Kabei by Yoji Yamada (Japan). |