Digital Festival
The ENACTING Digital Film Festival was a resounding success, featuring a diverse and captivating programme that showcased the finest social documentaries from around the world. The festival recognised excellence in all aspects of documentary filmmaking, including screenplay, camera work, directing, and editing. It celebrated the participation of social documentaries produced by amateur and first-time filmmakers, while engaging audiences in meaningful discussions on vital social issues.
Spotlight on First-Time Filmmakers
First-time filmmakers held a special place in the festival, with their remarkable contributions leaving a lasting impact. They had the opportunity to showcase their talents and amplify their voices, adding fresh perspectives to the festival’s lineup. The recognition of these emerging artists highlighted the festival’s commitment to nurturing and empowering new talent, creating a platform for them to explore and address significant societal themes through the art of documentary filmmaking.
Winners: Trailblazers of Documentary Filmmaking
The ENACTING Digital Film Festival presented awards to outstanding filmmakers who pushed the boundaries of documentary storytelling. Here are the winners who stood out for their exceptional work:
- Best Original Screenplay: Quang Tran from Dresden-Germany, for “From destruction to rebirth“
- Best Director: Julien Deschamps from Dresden-Germany, for “Queer Pride Dresden“
- Best Camera: Daria Pugachova from Ukraine, for “I WILL WAKE UP WHEN THIS FOUNTAIN IS FILLED UP“
- Best Editing: Clarisse Gouillart from Marseille-France, for “Marseille, j’adore vivre dans ta ville“
The ENACTING Digital Film Festival also awarded exceptional documentaries from different countries, including Germany, France, Greece, Italy, and an outstanding international documentary. And the winners are:
- Best Documentary from Germany: Jule Schmidt, a first-time filmmaker from Dresden-Germany, for “Do people smile in public?”
- Best Documentary from Germany: Daniela Lucator, a professional filmmaker, Berlin-Germany, for “The things you don’t know about me, Mum”
- Best Documentary from France: Lena Gerin from Marseille-France, for “Hogra”
- Best Documentary from Greece: Danae Veziri, Sofia Kanaki, Theodora Blakou, for
“AesthEDics: The Reality of Teaching Aesthetics in Greek Primary Schools”
- Best Documentary from Italy: Sara Gennai, Sofia Balleggi e Alice Mugnai, for “Atipico, siamo davvero fatti in serie? –
Atypical, are we really mass-produced?”
- Best International Documentary: Nour Badawy from Egypt, for “The Mediterranean: Sea of Garments”
Here you can find the link to the winning films: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIKenCgtBJFmodaLSfkkayMRWcVHfVNKZ
Here you can find the link to the nominated films: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIKenCgtBJFlpuun0S7pKltHerXE5LrjQ
Here you can find the link to the submitted films that were not nominated: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIKenCgtBJFkI6Fo20COZ9Pf1qWCYOBod
Announcement
Celebrating the Impact of Documentary Filmmaking
The ENACTING Digital festival celebrated the power of documentary filmmaking that gives food for thought and drives change. It provided a platform for filmmakers to explore important social issues, such as social justice and environmental sustainability, and fostered discussions that transcended the screen.
Conclusion: A Transformative Festival Experience
Congratulations to all the winners and participants for their exceptional contributions to the festival’s success. The ENACTING Digital Film Festival not only showcased remarkable documentaries but also left a profound impact on both filmmakers and audiences alike. By supporting first-time filmmakers and recognising outstanding works, the festival reinforced the power of film to generate social impact.
This digital festival is where creativity and social impact come together. We’re excited to offer you a unique space for dialogue, advocacy, and engagement with policy and decision makers. The ENACTING Digital Film Festival is breaking down barriers and bringing people together from all corners of the world. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with the ENACTING Digital Film Festival Selection, featuring short social documentaries and debates. Mark your calendars for Friday 28 April 2023 starting at 5pm, and Saturday 29 April 2023 starting at 3pm, for a weekend full of online broadcasts, virtual guides, roundtables, and screenings. “Documentary films tell important, often unknown stories and bring awareness to a wider audience, and are some of the best resources for information, inspiration and entertainment.” (Parminder Vir OBE | Philanthropist and Creative entrepreneur) We’re inviting everyone interested in social documentaries to join us in this exciting online event celebrating and discussing how social impact can be generated through social documentaries! Don’t miss this opportunity on how to use your creativity to raise awareness of social issues affecting your community through the power of filmmaking. By joining the ENACTING Digital Film Festival, you will learn from field experts and grow your art as a documentary filmmaker. And the best part? You can join us from anywhere in the world! The festival will be streamed live on the ENACTING website, making it accessible to everyone. Let’s enact social impact through the power of film. Join us at the ENACTING Digital Film Festival. Calling all Social Activists and Aspiring Filmmakers! Are you passionate about creating change in your community or city and have a story to tell? Look no further! We have an exciting opportunity that welcomes you from anywhere you are to create a short documentary on a social issue that is concerning you and your community and share your voice with the public. If you’re interested in participating but haven’t produced a documentary film before, check out the FREE ENACTING online course, which is designed to give you the confidence and tools you need to produce your own social documentary. To be considered for the Enacting Digital Film Festival, completed documentaries must be submitted here till 15th of April.
Calling all Social Activists and Aspiring Filmmakers!
Join the ENACTING DIGITAL FILM FESTIVAL on 28 and 29 April 2023!
Are you passionate about creating change in your community or city and have a story to tell? Look no further! We have an exciting opportunity that welcomes you from anywhere you are to create a short documentary on a social issue that is concerning you and your community and share your voice with the public.
Mark your calendars for Friday 28 April 2023 starting at 5pm, and Saturday 29 April 2023 starting at 3pm, for a weekend full of online broadcasts, virtual guides, roundtables, and screenings. The ENACTING Digital Film Festival is where creativity and social impact come together. We’re excited to offer you a unique space for dialogue, advocacy, and engagement with policy and decision makers. The ENACTING Digital Film Festival is breaking down barriers and bringing people together from all corners of the world. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with the ENACTING Digital Film Festival Selection, featuring short social documentaries and debates.
Let’s enact social impact through the power of film. Join us at the ENACTING Digital Film Festival.
If you’re interested in participating but haven’t produced a documentary film before, check out the free ENACTING online course that provides guidance on how to create a compelling documentary, from ideation to editing. To be considered for the Enacting Digital Film Festival, submit your completed documentary here by 15 April 2023.
But wait, what about the requirements? Don’t worry – we’ve got you covered. Check out the details below!
Although we will accept films of all lengths, we prefer short films between 5-15 minutes.
You don’t need to use a top-of-the-line video camera to shoot your documentary. Your iPhone or smartphone will work just fine.
► Image size: Full HD
► Frame rates: 25 fps
► Audio format: Stereo, 48 KHz
All films must either be in English or have English subtitles.
To screen your social documentary film at the ENACTING DIGITAL FILM FESTIVAL, please provide an HD video file of your film.
The winning social documentaries will be awarded based on the following categories: Best Original Screenplay | Best Directing | Best Camera Work | Best Editing.
There will also be a category for the best film in the participating countries: Best Social Documentary from Germany | Best Social Documentary from France | Best Social Documentary from Greece | Best Social Documentary from Italy | Best International Social Documentary
Our submission deadline for the ENACTING Digital Film Festival is 15 April 2023
