Focus on Discovery
For 20 years, Cinequest has Empowered the Maverick through the discovery of thousands of film artists through a renowned program of emerging talent. Presenting a vast array of original visions through its annual program of over 200 premiere films, Cinequest Film Festival’s dedication to showcase Maverick voices and groundbreaking technology Innovations sets it apart from other festivals.
Artists who have brought their films to Cinequest and who have since achieved very successful careers have included Bryan Singer (The Usual Suspects), Brad Anderson (Next Stop Wonderland), William H. Macy (Fargo) Gavin Hood (Tsotsi), Alejandro González Iñárritu (Amores Perros), Gary Winick (13 Going on 30), Michael Imperioli (The Sopranos), Mira Sorvino (Mighty Aphrodite), Jason Reitman (Thank You for Smoking) and many more.
Cinequest is honored that the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has elected to recognize the Cinequest Film Festival as a qualifying festival for the Short Films category for the Annual Academy Awards®. Recipients of the BEST SHORT NARRATIVE and BEST SHORT ANIMATION winners will qualify for consideration for an Academy Award® without the standard theatrical run, provided the film complies with the Academy’s rules.
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