The PHAROS SHIVER SCREEN AWARD will be presented to a film from the genres of thriller, horror, action, science fiction, etc. and is endowed with 2,500 euros. The award is international in scope and can be for a short or first or second feature-length film. The prize is supplemented by mentoring and an option for world distribution through The Playmaker Munich, a first look deal for world distribution of the director’s next feature film project, as well as co-production by Media Services unit and networking with potential distributors.
This year the award goes to EN ATTENDANT LA NUIT by Céline Rouzet.
Excerpt from the jury statement: “It's getting bloody! EN ATTENDANT LA NUIT / FOR NIGHT WILL COME knows how to set the horror genre impressively from the very first minute. In the oppressive atmosphere of a seemingly peaceful suburban idyll, director Céline Rouzet tells a touching story about love, the desire to belong and growing up. In doing so, she masterfully combines the emotional depth of the main character with classic genre elements.
The successful mix of vampire film and coming-of-age drama, supported by an outstanding ensemble and impressively staged images, develops an irresistible pull, and captivates the audience until the dramatic finale.”
