Bozcaada International Ecological Documentary Film Festival Awards Find Their Owners
In the 13th edition of the organization, ecologically themed productions from all around the world met with audiences while awards were presented in various categories.
The Bozcaada International Ecological Documentary Film Festival met with cinephiles for the 13th time this year. Successful productions were rewarded at the event where ecological documentaries from seventy different countries were screened for five days.
Productions Screened at the Festival
Within the scope of the 13th Bozcaada International Ecological Documentary Film Festival, ecological documentaries from seventy different countries were presented to the appreciation of audiences between October 7 and 11.
Ankara Station Attack Commemoration
Festival director Petra Holzer, in her speech at the award ceremony, recalled the anniversary of the peace rally held in front of the Ankara Train Station on October 10 and commemorated the 109 people who lost their lives in the attack.
Emphasis on Accountability
Drawing attention to accountability, this year's concept of the festival, Holzer stated that politicians and corporate interests must continue to question accountability.
Winner of the Grand Prize
The grand prize, named after the painting and engraving artist Fethi Kayaalp who is identified with Bozcaada, was won by The Price of Sunshine by Jérôme le Maire, and this production was also deemed worthy of the sound and music design award.
Runner-up and Student Awards
The runner-up award named after Madame Melpo was received by the film Didy directed by Gael Kamilindi and François-Xavier Destors, while the Naci Güçhan Award in the Gaia Student Selection was given to Violeta Mora, the director of the film Oscurana.