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the csiff '21 experience
In addition to on-demand screenings of thought-provoking experimental, narrative, documentary, animated short films (each screening was followed by pre-recorded artist Q&A), CSIFF2021 online film festival hosted a live masterclass led by legendary producer/filmmaker Monty Ross; 9 live/interactive panels and artist chats, nightly after parties (featuring the talents of DJ Q-Nice), and on May 23rd attendees witnessed as we presented both the Audience Choice Award, and and Jury Awards (Best Directing; Best Screenwriting; Best Performance By an Actor; Best Cinematography; Best Film) to our winning artists. The CSIFF2021 Jury Awards were sponsored by Final Draft.
short films, live interactive masterclass, panels, after parties & more
here's a peak into CSIFF2021
This plenary session is one of many insightful panel conversations that took place during Conch Shell Int'l Fest - May 21-23. To view the other enlightening, lively, information filled panels, click on link below.
CSIFF 2021 AWARD WINNING FILM TRAILERS
2021 BEST DIRECTOR AWARD
Where the Sun Sets
Ten years after a tragic accident claims the life of his mother, Luke Singh struggles to make ends meet while working as a fisherman. Unable to take care of himself and his sick grandmother, Luke is presented with an opportunity to make a lot of money, but the decision comes at a much greater cost.
aUDIENCE CHOICE & BEST PERFORMER AWARD
Sweet Rind
Elsie holds Algie captive in the basement of her father’s unfinished church. Algie, the mastermind of a notorious scamming operation in Jamaica, executed her sister, brother-in-law and nephew. Her death was as a result of trying to expose Algie’s attempt to extort her father.Using maroon combat tactics, Elsie captures Algie. She administers heavy-handed punishment, juxtaposed with a lesson in Jamaican history, while sewing a quilt.She struggles with the notion of forgiveness as justice may not be served to her satisfaction by the penal system; ending his life seems more.
2021 BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY AWARD
Plowing the Stars (Fouye Zetwal)
On her way to meet her dad, a woman reflects on her life. Along the way, the country looks empty to her and, slowly, memories of past lives are coming back to her. Is it real ? Or is it only a dream ?
2021 BEST FILM & BEST SCREENWRITER AWARD
Noisy
Sam gets on the subway to get home. He catches the eye of April. The two of them discover they have way more in common than where they’re heading. Sometimes you need a noisy place to have a quiet conversation.
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2021 media Partners
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