Global Short Film Awards Celebrate Excellence in Film, Fashion and Music at its Cannes Gala

The 9th Annual black-tie gala features exciting sponsors, performers and partnerships at one of the most iconic venues in Cannes, France.

The Global Short Film Awards will return to the iconic Carlton Cannes for its 9th annual gala on 24 May 2024. Held concurrently with the Cannes Film Festival, the event will be a very special evening celebrating excellence in short films. The dinner gala also includes thrilling musical performances, a silent auction to benefit Pink Ribbon Monaco, and a luxury fashion show by designer Andres Aquino, who is also the founder and director of the GSF Awards. Guests will dance the night away with international DJ Somnous.

Global Short Film Awards 2024 winning films

The 2024 winning films in the popular competition include outstanding entries in multiple categories from the USA, Italy, the Netherlands, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, the Russian Federation, Mexico, China and Canada. The Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor and Best Actress awards will be announced at the gala. The evening will be hosted by Emmy Award-winning actor and producer Vincent DePaul.

For 2024, the Global Short Film Awards gala will include exciting partnerships and sponsorships:

  • Pink Ribbon Monaco. Promoting breast cancer awareness and research support. The founder and President of this wonderful organization is Natasha Frost-Savio (Knight of the Order of Saint Charles), and the Honorary President is Her Serene Highness Princess Charlene of Monaco.
  • Dorow Clinic. Founded by Dr. Andreas Dorow, The Dorow Clinic is the leading clinic for aesthetic surgery and dentistry located near Zurich and Basel, in the Black Forest area in the south of Germany.
  • Kerix Jad. Based in Lima, Peru, Kerix Jad is an international and innovative company spanning the sectors of mining, transportation, energy and cryptocurrency.
  • Coleg Gwent. Located in Cwmbran, Torfaen, Wales, Coleg Gwent will bring a group of photography students to gain valuable experience as an important part of the Cannes event.
  • Fashion for Futures. Under the leadership of CEO Ilyssa Wexler, and Professor at FIT (Fashion Institute of Technology) in Florence, Italy, this program offers students a unique convergence of economics, backstage training, and business acumen within the fashion industry.
  • The Global Short Film Awards luxurious Maybach sedans and a Ferrari F8 will be seen by thousands of film festival attendees and visitors to Cannes for several days as they transport VIP guests to the gala and tour the world-famous Croisette promenade.
  • Giuseppe Barra Hair and Makeup Artistry. Based in Turin, Italy, Giuseppe Barra and his talented team of hair and makeup artists regularly create unforgettable looks at top fashion and entertainment events including Milan Fashion Week, the Venice Film Festival and the Cannes Film Festival.
  • networkxTV (Germany) will film the event for a special media production.
  • RTL Media (Germany) will cover the event along with other international press.
Andres Aquino, fashion designer and founder of the Global Short Film Awards.
Andres Aquino, fashion designer and founder of the Global Short Film Awards with fashion models.

Performers at the gala will include:

  • Tenor Ricardo Marinello is a rising singing star with an extraordinary tenor voice. He is a winner of “Germany’s Got Talent” and has performed with major orchestras around the world.
  • Yola Nash is a twice Grammy-considered and award-winning singer, songwriter, producer, radio host, philanthropist and visual artist.
  • Mia Wallace is a talented pop singing sensation.
  • Beatrice Turin, an Austrian singer, model and recording artist. She also was named Miss Europe in 2021, and serves as ambassador for various charity organizations.
  • Lubovnicca is a Ukrainian pop singing sensation, beauty queen and influencer, who has performed in cities around the world.
  • Cecilia Herrera is a singer, songwriter and recording artist, and one of the most captivating voices on the Italian music scene today.

Please visit GlobalShortFilmAwards.com for tickets and more information.

GSF Awards Partners with Fashion For Futures and Coleg Gwent

Students will gain valuable experience at the awards gala and fashion show in Cannes, France.

The Global Short Film Awards is pleased to partner with two dynamic student volunteer groups during its 9th annual awards and fashion show gala. The black-tie event will be held on 24 May 2024 at the iconic Carlton Cannes, concurrently with the world-famous Cannes Film Festival. The GSF Awards recognize excellence in short filmmaking, and the 2024 winners represent some outstanding works by filmmakers from around the world.

Participating in this exciting event will be:

1. Fashion for Futures. Under the leadership of CEO Ilyssa Wexler, and Professor at FIT (Fashion Institute of Technology) in Florence, Italy, this program offers students a unique convergence of economics, backstage training, and business acumen within the fashion industry. This initiative provides a comprehensive understanding of the economic forces shaping the fashion world, equipping students with the tools to navigate and succeed in this competitive landscape. With a focus on real-world applications, Fashion for Futures emphasizes the importance of backstage training, where students gain hands-on experience in the logistical, production, and operational aspects of fashion. This approach prepares students for the complexities of the fashion business world, ensuring they become well-rounded professionals ready to make a significant impact in the fashion industry.

Coleg Gwent and Fashion for Futures

2. Coleg Gwent, Cwmbran, Torfaen, Wales will bring a group of photography students to gain valuable experience as an important part of the Cannes event. As part of the students’ work experience, Coleg Gwent, in partnership with Jera Creative Agency, is providing students the opportunities and works to bridge the gaps between the college and the associates they work with in the fashion and creative industry. The benefit of this experience for the students outweighs any qualification, that industry experience is what gives the students the needed skills to seek future employment or entry into higher education (University). Samuel Warr, Course Lead, AS/A-Level Photography and Cynthia Langeveldt, International Brand Manager, Jera Creative Agency are coordinating this exciting opportunity for the students.

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Dorow Clinic – An Oasis of Beauty in the Heart of Europe

The Global Short Film Awards Gala is pleased to welcome the Dorow Clinic as a key sponsor for its 9th annual event at the iconic Carlton Cannes.

Dorow Clinic

The Global Short Film Awards Gala is pleased to welcome the Dorow Clinic as a key sponsor for its 9th annual event at the iconic Carlton Cannes in Cannes, France. Taking place concurrently with the world-famous Cannes Film Festival, the event will be held on 24 May 2024. Click for tickets to the gala.

The Dorow Clinic is the leading clinic for aesthetic surgery and dentistry located near Zurich and Basel, in the Black Forest area in the south of Germany.

Dr. Andreas Dorow
Dr. Andreas Dorow

Founder Dr. Andreas Dorow has 20 years of experience, and specializes in oral, maxillofacial, and aesthetic surgery. Dr. Dorow’s unique beauty center combines expertise, innovation, and exclusive top quality patient care. With a team of 350 employees and 35 experienced specialists in all fields of aesthetic surgery and dentistry, the clinic offers a comprehensive range of services across all areas – from cosmetic surgeries of the face, body, and breast to the full spectrum of dental medicine, including teeth whitening, veneers and new teeth-in-a-day solutions, as well as eyelid surgery, deep plane facelifting, advanced breast and body enhancements, nose surgery, botox and filler injections, and much more.

Known for caring for numerous celebrities from around the world, as well as from TV and movies, the Dorow Clinic has established itself as a premier destination for every patient’s wish, enabling clients to not only undergo physical transformations, but also to gain new self-confidenc

e and a renewed zest for life.

Welcome to the Dorow Clinic: the new level of aesthetic medicine for your body, your face, and your smile.

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