27th Thessaloniki International Documentary Festival

FIPRESCI prize in the International Competition:

Free Leonard Peltier by Jesse Short Bull and David France (USA)

Motivation:”For highlighting the imperative of sustained resistance against a judicial system that is not only unjust but also corrupt, particularly in its neglect of marginalized lives and minority communities”.

FIPRESCI prize for a Greek film:

Sculpted Souls by Stavros Psillakis

Motivation: “For its powerful portrayal of restoring dignity, respect, and understanding to those who are abandoned, stigmatized, and isolated, thereby reaffirming humanity and fostering a profound appreciation for the complexities of life”.