"Blades of Brilliance" is a short documentary that follows the charismatic barber, Josiah Stuart, providing a glimpse into the artistry and soul of cutting hair. Through an insightful interview and captivating visuals, the film explores the transformative power of Josiah's craft, revealing the profound stories and connections that unfold within the intimate space of his "shop".

"Best Short Documentary"

► Directed by: Jared Bupp

• anthonyf2002@gmail.com
• Official Instagram

An aging serial killer looks back on his life and examines the events that have brought him to this point in time.

"Best Experimental Film"
"Best Original Soundtrack"

► Directed by: Jason Hawkins

• cinemadrifter@gmail.com

An experimental short documentary film exploring an individual's perspective on three themes: love, sex and spirituality.

"Best LGBTQ+ Film"

► Directed by: Martin Del Carpio

• martindelcarpiox@gmail.com
• Official Website

Vuk is the story of an existential crisis. The study of a character's inner turmoil. The fading reality which sometimes can haunt hearts made of stone. In the end, what will be the motive for the final resolution? Because after all, we are all wolves howling at the same moon.

"Best Symbolic Film"

► Directed by: Martin Del Carpio

• martindelcarpiox@gmail.com
• Official Website

An homage to Poe.

"Best Photography"

► Photography by: William Murray and Carly O'Neil

• martindelcarpiox@gmail.com
• Official Website

LUKi, a charming and upbeat robot known for living life to the fullest, confronts a life-altering ALS diagnosis.
Through the lens of LUKi's unwavering resilience, the story of his battle against ALS transforms into a testament to the human (and robotic) spirit's ability to find light even in the darkest of times. With every choice he makes, every smile he shares, and every second he cherishes, LUKi paints a vivid portrait of what it means to truly live, even as the sands of time slip through his grasp.

"Best Animation"

► Directed by: Toby Cochran

• toby@biggrinproductions.com
• Official Website

Rafaella, a young radio host for a local radio station in Chile, receives a visit from her grandfather on the night of February 27, 2010. The problem is that her grandfather has been dead for 10 years.

"Best Short Film"

► Directed by: Alvaro Pruneda

• alvaro@voilaestudios.com
• Official Website

At the eight-year-old's birthday party, the whole family gathers, led by the beloved grandfather. Unexpectedly, a secret that the family elder has kept hidden for years comes to light. Will family relationships withstand the test that all invited guests will face?

"Best Short Film"

► Directed by: Filip Rudnicki

• phil.rudnicky@gmail.com

A fun afternoon of fishing turns frightening when a young black brother and sister are attacked in the woods by a drifter. While fighting him off, the brother accidentally kills their would-be molester with a jackknife.

"Best BLM Film"
"Best Thriller"
"Best Director"

► Directed by: Adam Jack

• mradamjack@gmail.com

Tired and bored of everything, a successful writer struggles to adapt a literary classic “To build a fire by Jack London. Time is up and the producer want a modern story that appeals to teenager. The obligation to insert a Yeti into the script will shock the writer’s psyche

"Best Dark Comedy"

► Directed by: Vincenzo Messina

• cattivedistribuzioni@gmail.com

One Evening, Quinn's wardrobe bursts open, filling his room with dazzling rainbow lights. He finds himself in a mysterious world where he must come to terms with his biggest secret.

"Best Animation"

► Directed by: Thomas Walters and Charlotte Cousins

• tomwalters211@gmail.com
• Official Instagram

In a silent environment, artificial intelligence meets the boundless human mind and together they unite their powers to create a music and dance piece of scientific fantasy. The lyrics, composed by a robotic mind simulating the writing style of the great author William Shakespeare, draw upon a poem about Silence and how people perceive it today. The music was composed by a team of music producers, while the words are voiced by the unique, yet artificial, voice of the late English actor, Alan Rickman. Our protagonist performs theatrical dance movements, which constitute his unique way of communication. At times, he manages to harmonize with the space-time and feel tranquility within the silence, while at other times, he faces challenges. Will he, however, emerge unscathed from this enthralling blend of the artificial and the human?

"Best Dance Video"
"Best Director Debut"
"Best Composer"
"Best Experimental Film"
"Best Editing"

► Directed by: Giannakopoulos Efstathios

• stathisgian89@gmail.com
• Official Website

An empathic, young plant doctor gifted with extrasensory powers and an emotionally fragile, isolated artist, must rescue each other to rediscover the essence of living.
A coming of age story about two women from different generations, who have more in common than they are willing to admit.
Coming Of Age/Magical Realism Drama
What the film is like?
Imagine "Amelie" meets "Persona" in the big city setting of Berlin.

"Best Feature Film"

► Directed by: Natalie MacMahon

• nataliemacmahon@aol.com
• Official Website

On a distant planet at the edge of the galaxy, a peaceful human colony faces a dire threat: drones. These mechanical assailants mercilessly attack, leaving devastation in their wake. The drones annihilate all of the humans, except for one resilient survivor. - one of two identical twin sisters. Unfortunately, her memory is damaged due to injuries sustained during the attack.
Enter "Brian," an artificial intelligence with unique skills. This AI rescues the survivor and offers her a chance at redemption. The survivor embarks on a journey of transformation. She trains to become a Drone Runner, a specialized operative with a singular mission: to confront and neutralize renegade drones. Armed with determination and unique skills, she returns to her decimated colony. But her purpose is shrouded in ambiguity: is it justice she seeks, or is it revenge?
As the story unfolds, we witness a gripping struggle between humanity's last hope and the relentless machines. The tension escalates as our protagonist faces the very beings that wrought destruction upon her world. The film delves into themes of survival, resilience, and the blurred line between retribution and redemption.
Drone Runner II raises thought-provoking questions: Can vengeance heal the wounds of loss? Is there room for justice in a world dominated by cold, calculating drones? The answers lie in the heart-pounding action and emotional depth of this captivating sci-fi tale.

"Best Sci-Fi"

► Directed by: Vincent Scuro

• vpscuro@gmail.com

Decebal Cornea direct descendant of Radu the younger brother of Vlad III Dracula, unknown to him, is racing against him to catch The Screecher before he does preventing him to build his army of bloodsuckers.

"Best Feature Screenplay"

► Written by: Lazar Karov

• Lazar.karov@yahoo.com

Gabriella loves her son so much, sometimes too much. Living in a world half reality, half fantasy a mother and son need only each other.

"Best Actress"

► Directed by: Diana Cignoni

• franbroudie@gmail.com
• Official Website

Sarah is a little girl living with her vicious mother in a nasty place. Noisy and frenzied parties are common in home, with drugs and alcohol.
But one person, one event and an incredible being change the life of the girl.

"Best Experimental Film"

► Directed by: Juan Meraz

• sulanebouxii@hotmail.com

A man struggles with a supernatural adversary that he can only hold at bay by taking a mysterious pill.

"Best Horror"
'Best Thriller"
"Best Actor"
"Best Original Soundtrack"
"BestComposer"
"Best Editing"

► Directed by: Jesse Kalavoda and Andrew Stirling MacDonald

• atgincarnate@gmail.com
• Official Facebook

Desiring Machine is a short music video, and the idea comes from my research about desire and drives from different philosophies.
The video shows various scenes related to desire in contemporary society, driven and changed by the power of projection and circulation. This video discusses the relationship between human desire and image. It also emphasised today's contemporary marketing plans are becoming more and more related to attracting people’s attention.

"Best Music Video"

► Directed by: Yining Dong

• ydong003@gold.ac.uk
• Official Website

Pete finds himself in possession of a mysterious box just as his debtors demand full payment. Meanwhile, his accomplice in crime, Lex, shows up with a fresh injury. As they contemplate the box's contents, they scramble to find a solution to settle their debts before the looming deadline. Upon discovering the box's unique capabilities, a treacherous game of deception ensues between Pete and Lex, each trying to outwit the other and claim the box for themselves. Ultimately, their pursuit leads to a tragic conclusion, leaving both men in a state of permanent consequence

"Best Short Film"
"Best Original Screenplay"

► Directed by: CJ Orazi

• unicornskeletonproductions@gmail.com
• Official Website

A severely depression young man dealing with suicidal thoughts goes throughout his day wearing a cardboard box for a head with a big frown on it debating with himself wither or not he wants to end his life.

"Best Short Film"
"Best Drama"

► Directed by: Vincent Di Lella

• vincentdilella@gmail.com
• Official Website

Pete finds himself in possession of a mysterious box just as his debtors demand full payment. Meanwhile, his accomplice in crime, Lex, shows up with a fresh injury. As they contemplate the box's contents, they scramble to find a solution to settle their debts before the looming deadline. Upon discovering the box's unique capabilities, a treacherous game of deception ensues between Pete and Lex, each trying to outwit the other and claim the box for themselves. Ultimately, their pursuit leads to a tragic conclusion, leaving both men in a state of permanent consequence

"Best Director"
"Best Original Soundtrack"

► Directed by: Paolo Furino, Felice Antignani

• paul.pf@libero.it

The captain and crew of a merchant vessel are practically abandoned by the ship management . In the middle of the sea they have nowhere to go. Their salaries are due for several months. They are hardly provided with any supplies on the ship. It is a question of survival. The Captain does not give up. The documentary explores the issues of thousands of seafarers abandoned on hundreds of merchant ships every year by unscrupulous ship managements. Seamen should not suffer such abandonment.

"Best Short Documentary"

► Directed by: Chilkuri Sushil Rao

• sushilrao1@gmail.com

Resilient Women (2023, 13 min.) is a documentary about the theater workshops that took place in penitentiary unit nº 52, in the city of Azul, Buenos Aires, Argentina. The testimonies reveal that artistic practice helps women to deal with the difficulties of prison life; shows how acting becomes a way to improve coexistence and communication between the inmates, in addition to changing their mental state and paving the way and dreams of a better future.

"Best Short Documentary"

► Directed by: Maria Sol Aranda

• pirambeiramar@gmail.com

In early 2009, the establishment of the first breast milk bank in Lima, Peru, began to take shape. This initiative involved the collaboration of researchers and healthcare professionals from the National Institute of Maternal Perinatal Health in Lima and the University of Valencia. This documentary showcases the individuals who made it possible and provides a firsthand account of the experiences that enabled the implementation of this top-notch healthcare project. The initiative has significantly contributed to enhancing maternal and perinatal health, ultimately improving the quality of life for Peruvian families and their infants

"Best Short Documentary"
"Best Symbolic Film"

► Directed by: Jose Miguel Soriano and Ricardo Macian

• jose.soriano@uv.es
• Official Website

"Feature Screenplay"

► Written by: Jack Amsler

• jackamsler3@gmail.com

"Feature Screenplay"

► Written by: Jack Amsler

• jackamsler3@gmail.com

This is a production by Bastian Lee Jones Mediagroup® = LebenslustTV® Ltd. & EARMErecords - Bastian Lee Jones (producer, camera, photos, animations, postpro, designs) music composer of the symphony "STALLIOn KAMYAR® - the father of oriental Star" by Bastian Lee Jones - as a contribution for the EQUINALE 2023 (advertisement movie/trailer)

"Best Experimental"
"Best Music Video"
"Best Editing"

► Directed by: Bastian Lee Jones

• lebenslusttv@email.de
• Official Website

This movie conveys the rationale that necessity need not be the mother of invention, sometimes it is laziness or idleness that makes the greatest inventions possible as quoted by Agatha Christie.

"Best Experimental Film"

► Directed by: Lalit Uojjval

• n.lalitsai@gmail.com

In the 1930's in Berlin, Germany, Lea Bachstein, a Jewish Ballerina, and Karl Richter, a high ranking German Cabinet member find themselves entangled in a forbidden love affair as the storm of the Holocaust begins to downpour, testing their loyalties and roles. Will their whispered messages of love and hope be enough to defy darkness and keep their love alive despite a gloomy forecast?

"Best Feature Screenplay"

► Written by: Michelle Lynn

• michelleltaubman@gmail.com
• Official Website

A family struggling to survive the devastating effects of climate change is aided by a foreign stranger who helps them fight off a gang of marauders who covet a valuable resource: the family’s young daughter.

"Best Feature Screenplay"

► Written by: Terry Luke Podnar

• podphipro@gmail.com
• Official Facebook

After losing the woman he loved, a lonely man must confront his internal demons and the violence in his city while struggling to find redemption and overcome the guilt that threatens to consume him.

"Best Short Screenplay"

► Written by: Sandro Hernandez Ortiz

• sandrodan.93@gmail.com
• Official Facebook