The 32nd Sarajevo Film Festival concluded with Sandra Wollner's Austrian film 'Everytime' taking home the prestigious Heart of Sarajevo for Best Narrative Feature Film. The jury, which included notable figures like Emily Watson and Yorgos Lanthimos' producer Athina Rachel Tsangari, unanimously selected Wollner's third feature for the top prize, recognizing its cinematic merit.
Meanwhile, the HollyShorts Festival in Los Angeles is set to announce its jury award winners, with several categories qualifying for the Academy Awards. The Best Short Film Grand Prize, Best Short Animation, and other categories will determine which documentaries and animated shorts will advance in the Oscar race, highlighting the festival's role in propelling emerging talent and acclaimed short-form cinema.
Sarajevo Festival Awards Austrian Film 'Everytime,' HollyShorts Eyes Oscar Qualifiers
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