2007 RomeFilmFest Awards |
18-27 October 2007 Celebrating this year one more edition, Rome Film Fest has announced its winners.
CINEMA 2007 - COMPETITION OFFICIAL AWARDS: Special Jury Award RomeFilmFest - AAMS: HAFEZ by Abolfaz Jalili CINEMATOGRAPHY, Screenplay and Editing by Abolfazl Jalili Iran/Japan, 2007 - Production: First Film Milda - World Sales: Bitters End The Jury is proud to give recognition to this unique film. This film's mythical core endeared it to the Jury with its innovative use of storytelling. Poetry, rhythm and symbols reveal the duality of love within the film for God and for the community. Hafez pits human strength against tradition fanaticism which connects strongly to current political and religious issues.
JUNO by Jason Reitman; Cinematography by Eric Steelberg U.S.A., 2007 - Production: Mandate Pictures, Mr. Mudd - World Sales: Fox Searchlight This film evoked a variety of emotions amongst the Jury and the reception of this was tangible in the theatre. Juno is about a teenage girl coming to terms with an unexpected pregnancy who deals with the situation in her own special way. The role of Juno is aptly played by Ellen Page who along with ensemble cast present the witty and interesting script with conviction.
Première section: INTO THE WILD by Sean Penn; Cinematography by Eric Gautier
Special mention for GIORNI E NUVOLE (DAYS AND CLOUDS) by Silvio Soldini; Cinematography by Ramiro Civita
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