Held in Diyarbakir, the 2nd International Dicle Documentary and Short Film Festival awarded its winners. This year’s event received 3,064 film submissions from 116 countries. After a 9-month selection process, the 24 finalist films were screened over two days, accompanied by various discussions and panels. The screenings and discussions took place on November 2-3, following an opening with a moment of silence and the Turkish National Anthem. Awards were then presented to the top three films.
Ahmet Bikiç, festival director and Lecturer at İGÜ's Faculty of Fine Arts and Deputy Director in the Corporate Communications Office, explained that finalists were selected after a lengthy 9-month process, and the festival aimed to connect emerging filmmakers with industry professionals. He emphasized that the festival was not only about film screenings but also included discussions to create a meaningful platform for young filmmakers to engage with sector representatives.
İGÜ Vice-Rector Prof. Dr. Arda Öztürkcan noted a significant increase in participation compared to the festival's inaugural year, with 3,064 submissions from 116 countries. Juries from 12 universities evaluated the finalists. Öztürkcan expressed plans to expand the festival’s reach to Diyarbakir and surrounding regions, aiming to provide universities with opportunities to add value to the community.
Awarded Films: National Category
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Best Film: "Tavuk Suyuna Çorba" (Chicken Soup)
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2nd Best Film: "Rüyada Olduğunu Fark Ediyor İnsan" (Realizing You're in a Dream)
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3rd Best Film: "Rehber" (The Guide)
Documentary Category
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Best Film: "Hayatımın En Güzel Günü" (The Best Day of My Life)
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2nd Best Film: "Uncle Vakho's Dream"
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3rd Best Film: "Bir Sinefilin Dramı" (A Cinephile's Drama)
International Category
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Best Film: "The Voice of Dogs"
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2nd Best Film: "Night Repair"
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3rd Best Film: "Dark but Bright"
