SorsiCorti 18th Edition
AWARDS AND MOTIVATIONS ASSIGNED BY TECHNICAL JURY
BEST SHORT FILM
Ophelia Harutyunyan | Armenia, France | 2023 | 23’04” | fiction
It’s a very powerful story which beautifully captures women’s strength, collective power and caring during challenging times offering a message of resistance and perseverance. The performances are authentic and heartfelt, showcasing the actress’ abilities to convey deep and subtle emotions. The attention to detail in the cinematography creates a strong sense of intimacy. “Il faut tout un village….” serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for empowerment and the vital role of community in fostering resilience.
BEST ANIMATION SHORT FILM
Hossein Molayemi, Shirin Sohani | Iran | 2023 | 19’33” | animation
“In the Shadow of the Cypress” explores themes of connection, loss, and the passage of time, evoking deep emotional responses. The artistry is striking, with vibrant colors, mesmerizing drawings and a captivating story that transport audiences into an imaginative world, creating a sense of wonder and introspection.
BEST ARTISTIC DIRECTION
Hippolyte Leibovici | Belgium | 2023 | 25’44” | fiction
“Beyond the Sea” has outstanding art direction with impressive character transformations and extraordinary staging in an ode to classic cinema. The art direction unveils a strong desire for cinema from a whole team, we were impressed by this collective effort bringing together costumes, make up, hair, decor and choreography.
BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY
Edith Jorisch | Canada | 2023 | 16’17” | fiction
The direction of photography of “Mothers & Monster” is not only aesthetic, but it is functional to the narrative. It succeeds in making the photography reflect the film’s main themes-such as the idea of motherhood, vulnerability, or the monstrous.
The photography becomes a true narrative tool.
SPECIAL MENTION DIRECTING AND EDITING
Marie-Pier Dupuis | Canada | 2023 | 13’49” | fiction
“L’été des chaleurs” is beautifully directed with strong performances, particularly by the children. The director masterfully balances tension and emotion, using precise editing and atmospheric cinematography to capture the intensity of the youth’s experience. With lush visuals and nuanced storytelling, the film pays tribute to the strength of a single mother and the resilience of her children, creating a contemplative and resonant exploration of growing up.
SPECIAL MENTION ACTING AND DIRECTING
Tom Berkeley, Ross White | UK | 2022 | 23’33” | fiction
“An Irish Goodbye ” has an excellent direction with strong character development and witty humor, in an ironic atmosphere that draws you into a world of deep and human feelings.
AUDIENCE AWARD
Marco Vinz Pinnavaia, Gabriele Aldo Lo Cascio | Italy | 2024 | 19’59” | fiction
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