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1. Academy Awards - Oscar
The Oscar, also known as the Academy Awards, is the film award presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Given annually in Los Angeles, the Oscar recognizes outstanding achievements in film for directors, actors, screenplays, and various other fields.
The Oscar prize is a small statue with a black metal base, gold-plated and made of britannium. Sculpted in the Art Deco style, the statue depicts a knight holding a sword and standing on a film reel with five wings. The 93rd Oscar ceremony was moved to April 25, 2021, to allow more films to compete after the reopening of theaters in spring.
2. Golden Palm Award - Cannes Film Festival
Golden Palm Award is the highest award presented by the Cannes Film Festival jury for the best film of the year. It is chosen from among the participating films and is held in France. The Golden Palm is one of the most prestigious awards worldwide. Moreover, it serves as a platform for many filmmakers to introduce their works to a global audience. Numerous acclaimed films have been honored with the Golden Palm, such as The White Ribbon from Austria, 4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days from Romania,...
3. Golden Globe Awards
Known as the Golden Globe Awards, this accolade is presented annually by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association for outstanding contributions to the entertainment industry, both in the United States and internationally. The primary aim is to draw public attention to the best films and television shows. The inaugural event took place in 1944 at the 20th Century Fox film studio in Los Angeles. Broadcast live to over 150 countries worldwide, the Golden Globe Awards ceremony is always a highly anticipated event.
4. New York Film Critics Circle Awards
New York Film Critics Circle Awards (NYFCC) is an annual award presented for the best films worldwide, voted on by the New York Film Critics Circle. Regarded as one of the pioneering awards leading up to the Oscars, it was established by film critics from daily newspapers, weekly newspapers, and magazines in 1935.
Every December, the Circle holds a vote to select the best film among those released in the previous year. It is considered one of the most influential awards leading up to the Oscars. The New York Film Critics Circle Awards first took place in 1936 and has continued to attract global attention ever since.
5. Golden Lion Award - Venice Film Festival
Golden Lion Award is considered the highest award given by the Venice Film Festival to a film participating in the festival. Established by the Festival Organizing Committee in 1949, it is regarded as one of the prestigious awards in the film industry. However, after various disruptions, it was not until 1970 that the second Golden Lion Award took place.
Originally named the Golden Lion Award of St. Mark, it was later renamed the Golden Lion Award due to a conflict with another film award. This is also the place to honor many outstanding films and talented directors such as Romeo and Juliet by Renato Castellani, Cyclo by Tran Anh Hung,...
6. Golden Leopard Award - Locarno International Film Festival
6. Golden Leopard Award - Locarno International Film Festival
7. Grand Jury Prize – Sundance Film Festival
Sundance Film Festival is held annually in Utah by the Sundance Institute. It is the largest independent film festival in the United States and serves as the primary showcase for independent filmmakers to introduce their work. The competition section of the festival is dedicated to documentary and dramatic films, with the most prestigious award being the Grand Jury Prize for both categories.
The festival began in 1978 when Sterling Van Wagenen, president of Robert Redford's Wildwood company, initiated the festival to attract more filmmakers to Utah. In 1984, the festival was taken over by the Sundance Institute and renamed the Sundance Film Festival to honor the film Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. The Grand Jury Prize is one of the best ways for independent filmmakers to promote their reputation.
8. Filmfare Awards
Filmfare Awards is the longest-running awards ceremony for Indian films, starting in 1954. The event is organized by The Times Group, and the voting system is determined by both the public and a panel of experts, with a total of 31 different awards.
Despite various controversies surrounding how they decide the winners, this event is one of the most significant and the only one in this list that honors the achievements of Indian cinema.
9. Film of the Year Award – European Film Awards
European Film Award is an annual accolade presented by the European Film Academy for achievements in the European film industry. With over 10 categories, the most prestigious is the 'Film of the Year' award. Initially known as the 'Felix Award,' it is now recognized as the 'European Film Award.' Since its establishment in 1988, the award gained popularity, although its prestige declined in the mid-1990s. In the early 21st century, it has regained some of its significance.
Until 2005, the public also participated in the voting process through the Internet in the 'Public Choice Award' categories. The host city alternates between Berlin in odd-numbered years and other cities in even-numbered years.
10. BAFTA Awards - British Academy of Film and Television Arts
The British Academy of Film and Television Arts Awards, also known as BAFTA Awards, is an annual accolade presented by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA). Regarded as the UK equivalent to the Oscars, the awards were first introduced in 1949. In 1958, the Academy merged with the Guild of Television Producers and Directors, aiming to support, develop, and promote various art forms by identifying and rewarding excellence, inspiring artists, and benefiting the public. The award features a stage mask designed by Mitzi Cunliffe and the ceremony typically takes place in February, preceding the Oscars.
11. Golden Bear Award – Berlin International Film Festival
The Berlin International Film Festival (Internationale Filmfestspiele Berlin), also known as Berlinale, stands as one of the most significant film festivals in Europe and worldwide, attracting a diverse global audience. Part of the 'Big Three' alongside Venice in Italy and Cannes in France, it holds the title of the world's largest film festival in terms of attendance.
The iconic bear symbol was chosen as it represents the city of Berlin and was first awarded in 1951. The festival is accredited by the International Federation of Film Producers Associations (FIAPF) since 1956, with an international jury determining the winners.
