The Corner Seats International Film Festival came with a versatile media experience and plays a major role in south Indian Media house. We have conducted various Film screening.

WE ACCEPT PROJECTS WITHOUT A PRODUCTION YEAR LIMIT, OR A TERRITORIAL PREMIERE LIMIT.

The Corner Seats International Film Festival is a non-profit organization
enthusiastically pursuing its artistic and public service goals to enrich,
to educate, to entertain, to initiate cultural dialogue and celebrate
cinematic excellence in any language.

We are an IMDB Qualified Festival. Filmmakers can update their awards from our Festival in IMDB.

The Corner Seats International Film Festival is going to be one of the world's largest
film festivals dedicated to films.

Each month the festival fills the cinemas with a selection of hand-picked films
from around the world. We celebrate filmmakers by provide resources, professional development and networking opportunities or aspiring film makers.

The Juries
1. Arthur A. Wilson
Cinematographer
Arthur A. Wilson (born 16 March 1968) is an Indian cinematographer. He has predominantly worked in south Indian films of languages such as Tamil and Telugu. He is best known for his successful movies Sundara Purushan, V.I.P, Vaanathai Pola, Aanandam, Anbe Sivam, Naan Kadavul, and Imsai Arasan 23rd Pulikesi, and repeated collaborations with directors like Kamal Haasan, Bala, K.S. Ravikumar and Tollywood’s Boyapati Srinu on their films. Worked in more than 34 films. The two-time winner of the Tamil Nadu State Award for Best Cinematographer is well known for his poetic and painting-like cinematography.

3. Mastan- Khader
Indian Music Director

Mastan-Khader, the illustrious music director duo, will be joining the jury team for The Corner Seats International Film Festival.

Hailing from a legendary musical family, Mastan-Khader has carved out an extraordinary career in the film industry. Their remarkable journey has seen them compose for numerous festival films, earning accolades and international awards for their outstanding contributions to music and cinema.

With their deep-rooted passion for music and a legacy of excellence, Mastan-Khader bring a wealth of experience and an unparalleled perspective to our festival. Their involvement not only elevates the prestige of our event but also serves as an inspiration for aspiring filmmakers and musicians alike.

We are honored to have Mastan-Khader on board and look forward to the invaluable insights and expertise they will bring to the jury panel.

3. N.B Srikanth
Film Editor
N. B. Srikanth is an Indian film editor, working primarily in the Tamil film industry. He worked along with Praveen K. L. in various successful films. They both won the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Editor in 2008 for the film Saroja. He also won the National Film Award for Best Editing for the film Aaranya Kaandam. He is one of the big technicians in tamil cinema. Having edited more than 45 films.

4. G. Durairaj
Art Director
G. Durairaj has an illustrious career, having worked on over 30 films. Some of his notable projects include "Kodi," "Garudan," "Ethir Neechal," "Kaaki Sattai," "Theeran Adhigaram Ondru," and "Jai Bhim." His exceptional talent in creating immersive and visually captivating set designs has earned him a reputation as one of the finest art directors in Kollywood.

With his extensive experience and artistic vision, G. Durairaj has played a crucial role in bringing to life the director's vision, enhancing the storytelling of each film he has worked on. His dedication and passion for his craft have garnered him recognition and admiration from peers and audiences alike.

We are honored to have G. Durairaj on our jury and look forward to the invaluable insights and expertise he will bring to our festival.

5. Arun Gourav Ram
Writer and Media Academician
Arun Gourav Ram is a Writer and Media Academician, who has around 19 years of experience in teaching media. He has written stories, articles, given voice overs in feature films and Documentary films. At present he is heading the Department of Visual Communication at Prof. Dhanapalan College of Science and Management, Chennai.

6. Ganesh (VFX Head)
Ganesh is a seasoned VFX head with extensive experience in the field of visual effects. Over his career, he has worked on numerous high-profile projects, showcasing his expertise in creating stunning visual effects that captivate audiences. He has been instrumental in the success of several TV shows and movies, leveraging his deep understanding of VFX technology to bring complex and imaginative visuals to life.

Ganesh has played a crucial role in projects like "Asuran," where he utilized advanced motion capture technology to create lifelike visual effects. His work on this show involved integrating facial motion capture data with CGI models, demonstrating his ability to handle cutting-edge technology in VFX. Additionally, he has contributed to other notable projects, ensuring high-quality visual output and innovative effects that enhance the storytelling process​ .

Ganesh's expertise and leadership in the VFX industry make him a valuable addition to any team, and his contributions have earned him a reputation as a skilled and reliable VFX professional.

The Corner Seats International Film Festival's evaluation parameters are so stringent that it does not compromise on any parameter of the Quality of the film.

Award Categories Include
-Best Feature Film
-Best Student Short Film (All Categories)
-Best Student Photography
-Best Corporate Short Film (All Categories)
-Best Short Film
-Best Documentary (All Categories)
-Best Series/Web/Pilot Tv (All Categories)
-Best Music Video (All Categories)
-Best Short Script
-Best Feature Script
-Best First-time Screenwriter Feature Film
-Best Screenwriter Feature Film
-Best Female Director Feature Film
-Best First-Time Female Director Feature Film
-Best Director Feature Film
-Best First-Time Filmmaker Feature Film
-Best Producer Feature Film
-Best Actor Feature Film
-Best Supporting Actor Feature Film
-Best Actress Feature Film
-Best Supporting Actress Feature Film
-Best Original Screenplay Feature Film
-Best Cinematography Feature Film
-Best Color Grading Feature Film
-Best Edit Feature Film
-Best Sound Design Feature Film
-Best Soundtrack Feature Film
-Best Visual effects Feature Film
-Best Trailer
-Best Poster
-Best Indie Feature Film/Documentary (low Budget). Less than 50.000
-Best Indie Short Film (Low Budget). Less than 5.000
-Best Animated Film
-Best Experimental Film
-Best Drama
-Best Comedy
-Best Horror/Thriller
-Best Sci-Fi/Fantasy
-Best LGBTQ
-Best Indian Feature Film
-Best Indian Director Feature Film
-Best Indian Music Director Feature Film
-Best Indian Cinematographer Feature Film
-We can award Honorable Mentions in categories that we consider.

Each Season the nominated winners are announced and displayed on the company website and the results are released through their social media network.

All Annual Award Winners will the certificates by mail. The winners who were attending our final event in person will get trophies without cost. Others if they need a trophy have to pay a minimal fee.

The Corner Seats International Film Festival 2024 Winners List

EL MALE
Leonardo Mileikowsky
Best Short Script

Parallax
Ananthu Madhav
Best Cinematography Indian Shorfilm - FAHAD FATLI
Best Original Score - AKSHAY PRADEEPAN

Dhwani, the sound of Memories
Namit Venugopal
Best Student Short Film India - Namit Venugopal
Best Sound Design - 6091

THE BORDERS NEVER DIE
HAMIDREZA ARJOMANDI
Best Color Grading - Student Short Film - Mohammad Ahmadi

Kolahalam (The Commotion)
Rasheed Parambil
Best First-time Screenwriter Feature Film - Vishal Vishwanthan

FÁR
Gunnur Martinsdóttir Schlüter
Best Original Script (Student Short Film) - Gunnur Martinsdóttir Schlüter

KEEP
Lewis Rose
Best Actor Short Film - Phil Davies

LEMON TREE
Rachel Walden
Best Director (International Short Film) - Rachel Walden

Dirty Water
Ali Sabokbar
Best Socially Responsible Short Film - Ali Sabokbar

Chimera
Aiswarya Thankachan
Best Female Director Indian Short Film - Aiswarya Thankachan

THUNAI
VIGNESH PARAMASIVAM
Best Indian Short Film Drama - VIGNESH PARAMASIVAM

IPSA
Pavitra Verma
Best Director Male - Pavitra Verma
Best Production Design - Girish Kolapkar
Best Make-up - Amit Kumar
Best Actor Female - Pooja Bhamrrah

Naangaam Vidhi
Anu Sathya
Best Screenplay - Anu Sathya

Vindhya Victim Verdict V3
AMUDHAVANAN P
Best Socially Responsible Film (Indian) - AMUDHAVANAN P

Pushkaraa
SUBHRANSU DAS
Best Feature Film - SUBHRANSU DAS

Yaana Sami
Shivan Vasudevan
Best Original Script - Shivan Vasudevan

Indhanam
Surya Vakkalanka
Best Student Short Film (Honourable Mention) - Surya Vakkalanka

Who is God? (AI)
Oscar Adan Lopez Parres
Best Experimental Film (Honourable Mention) - Oscar Adan Lopez Parres

Gulag Eros of the Russian Mind: Sex in the Soviet Union
Chad Gracia
Best Cinematography - Feature Film (Honourable Mention) - The Russian Woodpecker

Shoes
Denise Rose
Best Actor - Honourable Mention - Otmane Ait Bahous

TITS
Eivind Landsvik
Best Short Film (Honourable Mention) - Eivind Landsvik

NADA DE TODO ESTO
Patricio Martínez, Francisco Cantón
Best Short Film (Honourable Mention) - Patricio Martínez, Francisco Cantón

My Toy
Mazen Haj Kassem
Best Short Film - Drama (Honourable Mention) - Mazen Haj Kassem

The Mundu and the Malayali- A fictional docu'mundu'ary
Rahul Dileep
Best Experimental Short (Honourable Mention) - Rahul Dileep

Perspective
Arjun Lewis
Best Original Score (Honourable Mention) - Prasad K Shetty

Shadows
MOHADESEH ASADI ZADEH
Best Actor Female Shortfilm (Honourable Mention) - Haniyeh Aghayi

Theera Kanaa
Karthick Venkatesh
Best Cinematography Indian Shortfilm (Honourable Mention) - Sudharsun Jayaraj

The Goose Princess
Frank Stoye
Best Soundtrack Feature Film (Honourable Mention) - Mathias Rehfeldt

PORTRAIT OF A SOUL
Davon Johnson
Best Shortfilm Drama (Honourable Mention) - Davon Johnson

Broken
Peter Koevari
Best Actor Female Short Film (Honourable Mention) - Suzanne Webcke

All genres, all style and all thematics.
Production Year: No limit.
Feature more than 60 minutes.
Short film: maximum 60 minutes.
Series/Pilot Tv/Web Media: Unlimited
Documentary: Unlimited.
Music Videos: Unlimited
Screenplay: Shorts up to 30pag. / Feature up to 180 pag.

1. We accept films and scripts in all languages Accompanied with English subtitles.

2. No fee waiver. All entry fees are non-refundable.

3. The Corner Seats International Film Festival can use samples of your work in a promotional way for the festival (maximum 1 minute).

4. Usage Rights

The participant declares and guarantees that he/she is the holder of all usage rights necessary for the use of the film in the context of this agreement and that he/she is in a position to effectively The Corner Seats these rights. The participant guarantees that by using the film in the context of this agreement, no rights of third parties, including persons depicted in the film, are infringed. The festival is not responsible for any legal action that may occur for infringing these rights.

5. The festival does not pay a screening fee. At the live festival we screen the winning works.

6. Organizers reserve rights change, cancel or re-schedule the dates, venue, awards & categories without consent.

7. The festival reserves the right to include new categories if it considers it appropriate. As well as eliminating categories if not the minimum number of participants is reached.

8. Our goal is to promote your work. By registering, you agree that we can send press releases about your project to distributors and festivals to promote your work.

9. If you do not send the requested material for viewing in cinema. Sorry, your project will be disqualified. We do all the projections in cinema and if you do not send us the requested material we cannot do the projections in a professional way.

IMPORTANT
Registration implies acceptance of these rules.