On Thursday, September 26, 2024, the International Fantasİstanbul 2024 Film Festival’s award ceremony was held at Biletinial Cinemas, bringing together prominent figures from the film industry. Hosted by Müfit Can Saçıntı, the ceremony honored films in both national and international categories.

“Iguana Tokyo” Awarded in the National Film Category

In the National Film Competition, Kaan Müjdeci’s “Iguana Tokyo” won the prestigious Golden Dwarf Award for Best Film. The award was presented to director Kaan Müjdeci by jury members Onur Ünlü and Özge Özberk. This recognition highlighted the film’s originality and the director’s vision, positioning it as a standout in the film world.

“Invisible Fight” Tops the International Film Competition

The International Golden Dwarf Award for Best Film was awarded to “Invisible Fight.” The award was presented to jury member Melik Saraçoğlu to deliver to the film’s director. The film made a significant impact in the international cinema scene, drawing considerable attention.

Visionary Director Award Given to Eddie Alcazar

At Fantasİstanbul 2024, the “Visionary Fantastic Director Award” was presented to Eddie Alcazar. The award was collected by the festival’s artistic director, Kerem Akça, to be delivered to the director. Alcazar was recognized for his innovative perspective brought to the realm of fantastic cinema.

Statements from Kerem Akça About the Festival

In his speech during the ceremony, the festival’s artistic director, Kerem Akça, expressed his happiness in successfully concluding this festival, which featured a significant number of Turkish premieres. Akça noted that 26 films were screened throughout the festival, along with 6 panel discussions and Q&A sessions, and he extended his gratitude to all stakeholders who contributed. Additionally, he announced that the legendary director Terry Gilliam was awarded the “Contribution to Fantastic Cinema Award.”

Film Screenings and Panel Discussions Attracted Great Interest

The festival, which began on September 20, 2024, at Kadıköy Cinemas, was held in partnership with the Filmsan Foundation. During the festival, 26 films were screened, and panel discussions and Q&A sessions featuring directors and producers garnered significant attention from audiences. These events provided cinema lovers with a unique experience, offering in-depth discussions on fantastic cinema.