New York, NY – September 24th, 2024 – The winners of the 9th annual Imagine This Women’s International Film Festival (ITWIFF) have been announced, honoring the outstanding work of women filmmakers from around the globe. After an exhilarating week of in-person screenings, panels, and industry events from September 19th to 22nd, the jury was captivated by the remarkable quality of submissions. The festival continues online through September 29th, showcasing even more visionary storytelling by women in film.
This year’s jury members were impressed by the depth and diversity of the entries, which reflect the unique voices, bold narratives, and innovative perspectives that women bring to the screen. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the jury for their dedication and thoughtful deliberation in selecting this year’s winners.
ITWIFF 2024 Winners:
Best Narrative Feature: Isabel's Garden by Kit Rich
Best Documentary Feature: M on the Bund by Luo Tong
Best Narrative Short Film: Superman Doesn’t Steal by Tamika Lamison
Best Documentary Short Film: Two Less by Taroa Zuñiga Silva & Carlos Zerpa
Best International Narrative Feature: Goat by Ilaria Borrelli
Best International Narrative Short Film: Sister Wives by Louisa Connolly-Burnham
Best Animated Short Film: Infrallon by Sohaira Cristina Tafurl
Best Drama: Safe by Debbie Howard
Best Comedy: Arroz Leche y Powerball by Mariana Serrano
Best Sci-Fi: I’m Not a Robot by Victoria Warmerdam
Best Horror: The Stardust Hotel by Ori Ben-Shahar
Best Thriller: Jackrabbit Homestead by Kimberlea Kressal
Best Web Series: Jason by Andrew Genaille & Tanis Parenteau
Best Immersive Project: Eighty Thousand Steps by Crystal Chan
Best Music Video: Blyth by Tom Dream & Liana Cornell
Best Emerging Storyteller: Jamila by Julia Freij
Best NY Film: The Self-Love Act by Kareema Bee
Best Original Screenplay: Caliphate by Zerina Usmen
Best Original Short Screenplay: Griefstruck by Melissa Malone & Diann Gogerty
Best TV Pilot Screenplay: Workaround by Jenna Macari & Logan Russell
We would like to express our gratitude to the jurors, panelists, and screeners for their tireless efforts in making this festival a success. Their dedication and expertise were instrumental in celebrating these remarkable talents.
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