Independent Lisbon Film Festival honors "Transforming into a Guinea Fowl"
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Get ready, movie buffs! The screenings don't stop at Cinema Ideal, as a critically acclaimed film is scheduled for a second showing at 9:30 PM today. This cinematic gem, commended for its "courageous narrative and stunning cinematography," has impressed a jury made up of Lyse Ishimwe Nsengiyumva, Marta Simões, and Daniel Jonas.
During this year's IndieLisboa edition, the Canais TVCine Special Jury Prize was bestowed upon 'Vitrival - The Most Beautiful Village in the World,' crafted by the Belgian duo Noëlle Bastin and Baptiste Bogaert. The jury applauded the film's dry humor, deliberate pace, and introspective exploration of rural life.
Meanwhile, 'Their Eyes' by Nicolas Gourault scored the prestigious EMEL Grand Prize for Short Film, valued at 4,000 euros. The film was described by the jury as a thought-provoking take on how technology alters our perception of the world.
Simultaneously, 'Servicio necrológico para usted,' directed by María Salafranca, and 'The Building and Burning of a Refugee Camp' by Dennis Harvey shared the Special Jury Prize in IndieLisboa's international short film competition, each receiving 500 euros.
In the national competition, 'Hanami' by Denise Fernandes was named the winner of the MAX Award for Best Portuguese Feature Film, worth 5,000 euros. The film stood out for its artistic precision, emotional resonance, and compelling narrative content.
Paula Tomás Marques bagged the Best Director Award for Feature Film (1,000 euros) with 'Duas Vezes João Liberada.' The jury admired her daring and innovative approach to filmmaking, which creatively pushes the boundaries of historical and cinematic conventions.
The national jury also gave an honorary mention to 'Deuses de Pedra' by Iván Castiñeiras Gallego, while 'Antígona ou a História de Sara Benoliel' by Francisco Mira Godinho won the Best Portuguese Short Film Award, valued at 2,000 euros.
The Novo Talento McFly Award, worth 5,000 convertible euros in post-production sound services, went to 'La Durmiente' by Maria Inês Gonçalves. The Novíssimos Prize, adding 1,000 euros in promotion and the sale of the film, was awarded to 'Em Reparação,' directed by Beatriz Machado Oliveira.
'Ariel' by Lois Patino and 'little boy' by James Benning shared the Honda Silvestre Award for Best Feature Film, worth 1,500 euros each, while 'Razeh-del' by Maryam Takafori took home the Silvestre School of Arts Award for Best Short Film, which includes a 1,000-euro prize.
'Orlando Pantera' by Catarina Alves Costa clinched the IndieMusic Award, valued at 1,000 euros. The film will have a special screening at IndieLisboa on Sunday, May 11, at 6:30 PM, at the Emilio Rui Vilar Auditorium, Culturgest.
The Amnesty International Award, worth 1,500 euros, was given to 'On Becoming a Guinea Fowl' by Rungano Nyoni.
The MUTIM Award, worth 250 euros, for the short film that makes a notable contribution to a non-stereotypical cinematic imagination in Portuguese cinema went to 'Amanhã Não Dão Chuva' by Maria Trigo Teixeira.
The Schools Award for Best Short Film honored 'Antígona ou a História de Sara Benoliel,' while 'Deuses de Pedra' by Iván Castineiras Gallego seized the Universities Award for Best Portuguese Feature Film.
The closing session of IndieLisboa 2025 will take place on Sunday at 9:30 PM at Culturgest. The winners of the Audience Award for categories of feature film, short film, and IndieJúnior will not be announced until Monday. Stay tuned for updates on the festival's official website and social media platforms.
[1] Sources on Lisbon Screenings
[2] Source on EMEL Grand Prize for Short Film
What movies or short films will be shown during the closing session of Cinema Ideal at 9:30 PM? The Amnesty International Award winner, 'On Becoming a Guinea Fowl' by Rungano Nyoni. The Schools Award for Best Short Film, 'Antígona ou a História de Sara Benoliel.' The Universities Award for Best Portuguese Feature Film, 'Deuses de Pedra' by Iván Castineiras Gallego. The Audience Award winners for feature film, short film, and IndieJúnior will be announced on Monday.
