Screen International renewed its partnership with MIA once again in 2024 for the C EU Soon showcase, with the Screen International Award.
The jury awarded FATHER / OTEC, directed by Tereza Nvotová, produced by Veronika Paštéková and Anton Škreko (Danae Production), Karel Chvojka and Miloš Lochman (Moloko Film), Marta Gmosińska and Mariusz Włodarski (Lava Films).
The film was awarded by the jury for the following reasons:
“The director had the courage to face the darkness of the world with empathy, demonstrating a deep understanding of human storytelling. The cinematic language combined emotional intensity with nuanced character portrayal, while displaying great technical mastery of the craft.”
The 2024 Screen International Award jury consists of:
Rachael Labes | Acquisitions, IFC (USA)
Alexandra Rossi | Producer, Memo Films (UK/Italy)
Katarzyna Siniarska | Head of Sales, New Europe Film Sales (Poland)
The Screen International Award offers special press coverage for the winning film.
