Awards & Prizes

Awards: 

All films regardless of eligibility for winning are screened at the SATO48 Film Festival, during which the Selection Committee, consisting of a diverse individuals selects top 10 films, based on Academy Awards criteria, to be adjudicated by a panel from around the world in their respective category and field.  The award winners receive a statue and cash.  The awards are based on the a set of criteria for each of the categories.

Prizes:

Prizes are open for public participation to satisfy a desire to recognize filmmakers beyond the Award categories. Each year new prizes are added.