{"id":3021,"date":"2023-12-25T23:28:12","date_gmt":"2023-12-25T23:28:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/africansmartphonefilmfest.com\/African-Smartphone-International-Film-Festival\/?p=3021"},"modified":"2023-12-27T01:49:13","modified_gmt":"2023-12-27T01:49:13","slug":"asiff-2023-winners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/africansmartphonefilmfest.com\/African-Smartphone-International-Film-Festival\/asiff-2023-winners\/","title":{"rendered":"ASIFF 2023 WINNERS"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The curtains have closed on the 7th edition of the African Smartphone International Film Festival (ASIFF), leaving behind a trail of awe-inspiring stories, innovative filmmaking, and a celebration of creativity in smartphone cinema. As we reflect on the festival\u2019s success, it\u2019s time to spotlight the exceptional talents that have earned prestigious awards and honourable mentions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

WINNERS<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

The ASIFF2023 jury had the challenging task of selecting films that stood out for their storytelling prowess, cinematography, and overall impact. The following films emerged victorious, showcasing the outstanding achievements in the realm of mobile filmmaking:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BEST FEATURE INTERNATIONAL<\/p>\n\n\n\n

PARALYSIS<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Directed by Levi Austin Morris<\/p>\n\n\n\n

United States<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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BEST DOCUMENTARY<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Naija (Nigerian) Greed<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Directed by Tosin Coker, Geshin Salvador, Seun Afolabi<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigeria<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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BEST HORROR FILM<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MANIACAL NIGHT: Reborn<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Directed by Shreco Bakari<\/p>\n\n\n\n

United States<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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BEST MICRO SHORT FILM<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Human Migrant<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Directed by Kamal Mimoune TAHTAH<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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BEST PRODUCER<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jyotsana Rajpurohit<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s all In your Head<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

India<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mariah Tanner<\/p>\n\n\n\n

WHAT\u2019S ALOHA \u2013 proof of concept<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

United States<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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BEST PRODUCER INTERNATIONAL<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lebohang Claudia Seemane<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Living in waste<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

South Africa<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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BEST SHORT FILM<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Boy in White<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Directed by Senate Ewah<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigeria<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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BEST DOCUMENTARY SHORT<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Freeflow<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Directed by SJ van Breda<\/p>\n\n\n\n

South Africa<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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BEST FIRST-TIME FILMMAKER<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Christopher Oce<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She Comes At Night<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mexico<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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BEST DIRECTOR INTERNATIONAL<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Levi Austin Morris<\/p>\n\n\n\n

PARALYSIS<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

United States<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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BEST ACTRESS IN A LEADING ROLE<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Taiwo Oshadare<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reflection<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigeria<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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BEST ACTOR IN A LEADING ROLE<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pipe Arcila<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Filters<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Colombia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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NEXT \u2013 RATED MALE FILMMAKER<\/p>\n\n\n\n

GAIUS NDAGI GANA<\/p>\n\n\n\n

PHILIA<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigeria<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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NEXT \u2013 RATED FEMALE FILMMAKER<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Minizobuhle Mmango<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chosi Ngantsomi<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

South Africa<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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BEST NARRATIVE SHORT<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lost in the Darkness<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Directed by Leopold Hubert Hoekstra<\/p>\n\n\n\n

South Africa<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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BEST EDITING<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turning Point<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Xavier ( adamss Mcgarcia) Garcia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

United Kingdom<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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HONOURABLE MENTION<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

In addition to our award winners, ASIFF2023 acknowledges the exceptional efforts of several filmmakers with honorable mentions. These films have left an indelible mark on our festival:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Re-defining Ubuntu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Directed by Joyce Nkgapele<\/p>\n\n\n\n

South Africa<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Every Three Days<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Directed by Mark Petrasso<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Italy<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This Side<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Directed by Dan Tarrant<\/p>\n\n\n\n

United States\/ Uganda<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This Life<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Directed by Rebecca Rose<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Australia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Taken<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Directed by Prakash Gandhi Natarajan (Dhara Visual)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

United States<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What Really Happened Was<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Directed by Jon-Claire Lee<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Australia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Estel<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Directed by Elies Villalonga<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spain<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Filters<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Directed by Ginna Parra<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Colombia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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THE LEFT LEG<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Directed by Olufemi Abioye Abraham<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigeria<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I am Psyched<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Directed by Mariam Kuku<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nigeria<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Invite<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Directed by Nikhail Asnani<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

United Kingdom<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The diversity of storytelling approaches, genres, and cultural perspectives represented by our award winners and honorable mentions is a testament to the rich tapestry of smartphone cinema. Each film has contributed to making ASIFF2023 a truly global celebration of creativity and innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To our award winners and honorable mentions, congratulations on your well-deserved recognition. Your dedication to the craft has not only enriched this year\u2019s festival but has also set a high standard for the future of smartphone cinema.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As we bid farewell to ASIFF2023, let\u2019s carry forward the inspiration, connections, and unforgettable moments created during these cinematic days. We look forward to witnessing your continued success on the filmmaking journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Until next year, keep capturing dreams and empowering stories through the lens of smartphone cinema!<\/p>\n

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