Graduation Spring 2024 - Awards
On Saturday the 1st of June a marvelous group of filmmakers graduated from The Icelandic Film School
After the Dean´s speech awards were given for the best graduation films of each department as well as The Bjarki, the award for the best film overall
BJARKINN, THE AWARD FOR THE BEST FILM OF THE GRADUATION GROUP
Hugfangi - Andri Freyr Gilbertsson, Screenwriting and Directing
Review of the jury : "Ambitious work and a compelling acting. Excellent cinematography and lighting. Sound very good. Beautiful and effective.
BEST FILM FROM DIRECTING AND PRODUCING
Major men - Antoníus Freyr Antoníusson
Review of the jury : "Fun storyline filled with humor. Professional narration with a good tempo that keeps steam the whole time. Technically well done and composed. A comprehensive reign on all fronts."
BEST FILM FROM CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY
The depth of wisdom - Hafsteinn Eyvar Jónsson
Review of the jury : "Great cinematography, great sound editing. Technically synergistic whole. Using all posts creatively."
BEST FILM FROM ACTING
In the deep wake of death - Birta Gunnarsdóttir
Review of the jury : "Birta has a strong presence on screen. She rests extremely well in the character she plays. A very convincing actress and a moving piece that shows great promise."