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Live-action Competition Asia International Best Short Award/Governor of Tokyo Award
Maybe Someday
Sri and Yanti, two teeage girls who are blind, have been close friends since they lived in a dormitory. They are inseparable and always together. One day, Yanti announce her plan to move out of town to pursue her dream. It makes Sri angry and keep questioning: whether they even deserve to have dreams?
Praditha Blifa Rahayu / 0:22:08 / Indonesia / Drama / 2023
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International CompetitionBranded Shorts of the Year
I’m Dying Inside
Over 5 episodes released as a series, and starring Tik-Tok comedian Samantha Andrew, ‘I’m Dying Inside’ follows four housemates as they navigate the awkwardness of life as a young adult while on your period.
From endometriosis flare-ups to accidental period sex stains to baby-gay period hook-ups and more, each episode explores a range of modern period experiences and taboo topics, showing how Modibasics helps you leave leaks out of it.Arundati Thandur / 0:11:01 / Australia / Branded Movie / 2024
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Shibuya Diversity Award
My Week with Maisy
When uptight retiree Mrs Foster begins chemotherapy she's thrown together in the treatment room with Maisy, a whirlwind inquisitive child aspiring to be a lesbian. As treatment progresses the pair's fortuitous bond offers healing and newfound hope in unexpected places.
Mika Simmons / 0:18:10 / United Kingdom / Drama / 2023
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Audience Award (Live-action Competition Japan)
cafune
Maye Sora, a 19-year-old university student living in Tokyo, receives news of her grandfather's death. Busy with moving with the help of her friends, she puts off confirming the news.
Sara Masuda / 0:15:11 / Japan / Drama /
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Non-Fiction Competition Best Short Award
Then Comes The Body
When a video of kids dancing in the rain goes viral, it brings global attention to an unlikely ballet school outside Lagos, Nigeria. Now, Daniel Ajala -- who learned ballet over YouTube -- is training students to perform on the world stage.
Jacob Krupnick / 0:14:20 / Nigeria, United States / Non-fiction / 2023
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Best Actor Award (Live-action Competition International)
Ryan Can’t Read
“Ryan Can’t Read” delves into the struggles of Ryan, a man facing immense financial hardship and the overwhelming burden of bills. His inability to claim benefits pushes him to the edge of despair. However, a lifeline is thrown his way when his friend Tyrone, portrayed by James Nelson-Joyce, offers him a chance at redemption.
Rhys Chapman / 0:19:46 / United Kingdom / Drama / 2022
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Directed by Neo Sora from "HAPPYEND" which will be released on October 4th!
The Chicken
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On an unseasonably hot day in November, Hiro, a Japanese immigrant in New York City, decides to butcher a live chicken for dinner. After he and his cousin Kei, who is visiting from Japan, mishandle a medical situation they encounter?causing more harm than good?Hiro cannot bring himself to kill the chicken.
Neo Sora / 0:13:31 / United States / Drama / 2020
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Starring Takashi Yamanaka, Kyusaku Shimada
TOMA #2
When Toma decides to place his father, who suffers from dementia, in a facility, he discovers an instant camera in his father's room that he had forgotten to develop. The camera, labeled "TOMA No. 2," was filled with memories of his father. While trying to revive his memories, Toma and his father drive to the facility together.
Yohei Osabe / 0:19:55 / Japan / Drama / 2023
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Smartphone Competition Best Short Award
HoManHo in HoManTin
HoManHo grew up with the tales of their ancestor HoMan's great treasures, and has always believed that the land HoManTin was acquired by HoMan. Since young, HoManHo has explored the area, looking for the treasures. After his father passed, HoManHo moved away. Having all grown up, he passed by HoManTin again, revisiting his childhood memories…
Wai Yee Chan / 0:05:07 / Hong Kong / Drama / 2022
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Audience Award (Live-action Competition International)
BRAND NEW
When a newly famous music producer visits his hometown, he battles the guilt of abandoning his past and the bitterness of an old friend.
Quincy Ledbetter & Denzel Whitaker / 0:21:56 / United States / Drama / 2023
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