BERLIN – November 30, 2023: The European Film Academy made public the esteemed roster of winners for the Excellence Awards 2023, a celebration that glorifies the multifaceted artistry and technical finesse prevalent in the film industry. These laureates, spanning eight distinct categories emblematic of the various facets of filmmaking, are slated to be honored at the vibrant gala event of the 36th European Film Awards scheduled for December 9th in Berlin. The deliberations were meticulously conducted by a specially curated eight-member jury, basing their decisions on the European Film Awards Feature Film Selection.
**European Cinematography Award**
Rasmus Videbæk clinched the European Cinematography Award for his sublime work in *THE PROMISED LAND*. The jury hailed Videbæk’s remarkable ability to seamlessly navigate the visual landscape, allowing the story and characters to take center stage without overpowering them, whether amidst the stark Danish terrain or within the abodes of Captain Ludvig Kahlen and the opulent local estate.
**European Editing Award**
Laurent Sénéchal emerged victorious for the European Editing Award owing to his pivotal role in *ANATOMY OF A FALL*. Sénéchal’s adept editing maneuvered the psychological drama’s unfolding, strategically revealing and withholding information, constantly surprising viewers, and sculpting the pace while enhancing the characters’ depth.
**European Production Design Award**
Emita Frigato’s genius shone in *LA CHIMERA*, securing her the European Production Design Award. Her seamless blend of disparate styles, amalgamating ancient Italian art and 1980s Italian locales with a touch of magic realism, created an immersive canvas that elevated the narrative and its characters.
**European Costume Design Award**
Kicki Ilander’s meticulous craftsmanship in *THE PROMISED LAND* garnered her the European Costume Design Award. Her subtle and nuanced approach delicately mirrored the characters’ emotional journeys, culminating in a pivotal scene that underscored her impeccable attention to detail.
**European Make-up & Hair Award**
The team of Ana López-Puigcerver, Belén López-Puigcerver, David Martí, and Montse Ribé were lauded for their exceptional work in *SOCIETY OF THE SNOW*, earning them the European Make-up & Hair Award. Their meticulous attention to historical accuracy and detail in a life-threatening environment lent authenticity to the characters’ transformations.
**European Original Score Award**
Markus Binder’s evocative score in *CLUB ZERO* clinched the European Original Score Award. Binder’s distinctive and raw tonality crafted an immersive sonic narrative, effectively drawing audiences into the story and mirroring the students’ perspective on a distorted reality.
**European Sound Award**
Johnnie Burn & Tarn Willers were commended for their work in *THE ZONE OF INTEREST*, receiving the European Sound Award for their ability to create an evocative auditory landscape that hinted at the unseen horrors, enriching the audience’s experience.
**European Visual Effects Award**
Félix Bergés and Laura Pedro’s masterful visual effects in *SOCIETY OF THE SNOW* garnered them the European Visual Effects Award, seamlessly blending with the narrative and maintaining the illusion of reality throughout the film.
The discerning jury, composed of industry experts representing various cinematic crafts, meticulously assessed and honored these exceptional achievements. The European Film Awards, presented by the European Film Academy and European Film Academy Productions, stand as a beacon of recognition for excellence in European cinema.
