𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗲

Under the Fig Trees
Erige SEHIRI

Tunisia, France, Switzerland, Germany, Qatar

Winners Grounds:：
Under The Fig Tree utilizes an abundance of close-ups to portray the characters'' lives, offering viewers a glimpse into the genuine essence of human nature through each visage, as if it is ‘a quiet revolution’. The director adeptly manages the ensemble scenes, and the performances of the amateur actors remarkably display subtle emotions. The film accomplished a complex challenge under a limited duration with success.

𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗝𝘂𝗿𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗲

The Burdened
Amr GAMAL

Yemen, Sudan, Saudi Arabia

Winners Grounds:：
The Burdened handles weighty themes with a subtle touch; it’s quietly simple but could directly strike our heart. The director genuinely narrates the story of a real world, and exquisitely deals with the parent-child relationships, especially showing much confidence in mise-en-scene. The contrast of reality and innocence in the ending furtherly reflects the hustle and bustle from Yemen onto the images.

𝗔𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱

A Place Called Silence
Sam QUAH

Taiwan, Malaysia, Singapore

𝗧𝗮𝗶𝘄𝗮𝗻 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗺 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱

Amiko
MORII Yusuke

Japan

Winners Grounds:：
From a child''''''''s perspective, the narrative unfolds with a leisurely pace, weaving between comedy and tragedy, showcasing the mature rhythm control of a new director. As the content gradually delves deeper, successful character empathy is built. The ending is reminiscent of "The 400 Blows," yet it also breaks away with its unique style and imagination, combining both form and content.