Erratics Wins at IFFR CineMart
"Erratics," a film featuring Denis Lavant and directed by Thomas Woodroffe, received recognition at IFFR's co-production market, CineMart. The film tells the story of Lucien Castelnau, a ghost of a filmmaker who breaks free after years of being trapped in Patagonia's glaciers.
Multilayered Exploration
"Erratics" was awarded the Eurimages New Lab Award – Outreach for its exploration of "ghosts of the past and their relationship with the modern era." The jury praised the film's questioning of memory ownership.
Innovative Storytelling
The Eurimages New Lab Award – Innovation was given to Robin Coops' "One Charming Night." The jury recognized the film's innovative approach, which involved collaborating with the digital community as storytellers and providing audiences with unique perspectives.
Diverse Recognition
Other award recipients at the event included:
* ArteKino International Award: "Inbetween Worlds" by Diana Cam Van Nguyen
* Filmmore Post-Production Award: "The March of the Sunflowers" by Erik Ricco
* Filmmore Work-in-Progress Post-Production Award: "Wild Dogs Don't Bite" by Rati Oneli
* VIPO Award: "Four Seasons in Java" by Kamila Andini
* Outward Gaze Prize: "Tear Gas" by Uta Beria
* Hubert Bals Fund Empowerment Award: "Tear Gas"
* 4DR Studios Award: "Strata"
* 4DR Studios Award for Best Immersive Project in Darkroom: "The Great Orator" by Daniel Ernst