25th DigiCon6 ASIA Winning
ASIA Grand Prize
Monsoon Blue (Trailer) FLYING MONKEYS PRODUCTION
Judging Comment
Amidst the stifling humidity of the Asian monsoon and the weariness of the city, the countless vinyl bags filled with goldfish waiting to be purchased evoke the landscape and the present moment of Hong Kong. As viewers dive into the depths of the protagonist's memories, they can't help but contemplate the true nature of trapped. Much like goldfish regain their original appearance as they live in the natural world, can the woman reclaim her childhood smile? The ending, shrouded in a soft pop song and leaving the future undisclosed, leaves a profound taste, evoking both hope and sadness. Truly, it's perfect for DigiCon6ASIA, showcasing an outstanding piece.
ITOH Yuichi
Animation Best Art
The Red Fire Mona Shahi
Judging Comment
This is a really nice piece of animation from Iran. We all know that Iran has a very deep cultural history and it's actually a library of content that can be use in animation.
This work combined folk tale and modernized Iran style of art to tell a lovely story, sad and poetic.
The use of Iranian music is perfectly match with the high skills of animation production, all these together made up a classical animation that we can enjoy always.
Neco Lo che-ying（HONG KONG）
Animation Best Story
Monsoon Blue (Trailer) FLYING MONKEYS PRODUCTION
Live Action Best Art & Cinematography
NEVER SAY DIE Diya Gambhir
Judging Comment
There was a filmmaker who said, 'Movies are what we create in place of a life we can't live.' This work unfolds the unfulfilled dreams of the protagonist, who hardly moves due to rheumatism revisiting cherished memories of her childhood—such as dancing, poetry, and other beloved recollections. As it paints these narratives, it teaches us that these fragments of cherished dreams, depicted through storytelling, can transcend reality and become another reality within one's heart someday. The filmmaker's affectionate gaze towards the protagonist evokes a deeply moving narrative.
ANDO Kohei
Master Dan Rising Star Award
Roach Love Jacen Tan
Judging Comment
A very clever short film version that pay tribute to most B grade horror .
The choice of creature is cockroaches in this film is a right one as this is one of the most disgusting insects in the world.
The film is in black and white, this is also very clever as it gives a perfect look of film noir that matches the theme and also it upgrade the whole films production value.
The actor and actress in this film is a very good choice, even their appearance make you unforgettable.
Neco Lo che-ying（HONG KONG）
BEFORE KHUANCHAI PANYVONG
Judging Comment
I hope that various animation projects will be attempted and continued in Laos from this work onwards.
Han Byung A（KOREA）