Orlando, Florida – FusionFest MYgration Film Competition is an incredible opportunity for filmmakers and subjects to come together and share stories of migration, perspectives, and cultural intertwining. The popular annual competition seeks to capture the stories of Central Floridians from around the world in short five-minute documentary films. There are two main ways for individuals to creatively engage, as a Filmmaker (with a passion for storytelling and wish to capture the essence of the MYgration journey) or as a Subject (allowing a filmmaker to portray their experiences on film). The MYgration Film Screening and Awards Presentation took place on October 1, 2023, at Enzian Theatre in Maitland, Florida. The following awards were given:
Grand Prize - $1000 - SEE ME AS THEY DO - FusionFest Super Stars: Justine Francisco/Filmmaker: Tristan Ortiz
Second Place - $200 - ANGLO ITALIAN FusionFest Super Star: Gaby West/ Filmmaker: Betty Su
Third Place - $100 - BONDED BY PURPOSE FusionFest Super Star: Anna Byrnes/Filmmaker: Filmmaker: Jorge Gutierrez
Student Prize $200 - ANGLO ITALIAN FusionFest Super Star: Gaby West/ Filmmaker: Betty Su
Audience Choice - CHASING DREAMS FusionFest Super Star: Era Ghali/Filmmaker: Bhavana Banala
The third Monday of each month (from December – August) join the Digital watch party featuring two films and their filmmakers. https://www.youtube.com/@FusionFestOrlando. To close out the film season, all the films will be showcased on The OUC/Massey Stage during the 6th Annual FusionFest, a free multicultural arts festival to be on November 25 and 26 at Dr. Phillps Center for the Performing Art’s Senff Arts Plaza in downtown Orlando, Florida.
"I couldn't be prouder of all the artists showcasing their incredible talent and boundless passion at this event. It's truly inspiring to witness the depth of creativity on display. Equally commendable are the participants who have generously shared their compelling stories, adding a
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