We are proud of all 2021 QWFF filmmakers who shared their work with Queens. We are also proud of those filmmakers who rose to the top of their categories and were recognized for their accomplishments. There are several Jury Awards that single out work for special notice and acknowledgment.
For pursuing unique and compelling visions.
Catya Plate received the award for her work in sculpture, painting, drawing, installation, artist books and stop-motion animation. She has recently been added to the prestigious GREAT WOMEN ANIMATORS list, and in 2008, her work was selected for permanent inclusion in the Art Base of the Elizabeth A. Sackler Center for Feminist Art at the Brooklyn Museum.
For creating pathways and opening doors.
Opal Hope Bennett has created career paths and opportunities for many young women who are now developing unique and maverick programming. Her vast experience and keen eye have helped to distinguish her in the world of curation and programming.
For bringing stories of bravery in the face of restrictive social norms forward
by Cindy Abel
For exposing the uncomfortable truths.
by Ken Fero
For exposing the uncomfortable truths.
by Iker Esteibarlanda
For finding the poetry within the environment.
by Sebastian Jobst
FEATURE FILM
by Luis Ismael
SHORT FILM
by Anne Charrin, Lise Charrin, Aude Charrin, Jean-Marie Gatin
by Travis Carlson
NARRATIVE
by Ian Scott Clement
DOCUMENTARY
by Chandler Clarke
by Jonathan Taub and Leandro Taub
Tea | My Friend John
Elsagate
Keep Your Head Up, Sweet Pea!
by Das Fuerst
by Adam Engel
by Ryan Mayers and Matt Mayers
Click on film title for film & screening information – *Winner = Winning Film/Artist/etc
Queens World Film Initiative, Inc. programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and by New York City Council Member Shekar Krishnan and the Department of Youth and Community Development.
Since our opening, we have screened 2,109 films from 98 nations including 36 films by NYC School Children. Help us bring the world to Queens and Queens to the world!
