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FIFFLONDON 2025 – Official Winners Announcement






🎬 FIFFLONDON 2025 – Official Winners Announcement


The FIFFLONDON Film Festival 2025 proudly celebrates a remarkable year of global storytelling, creative innovation, and cinematic excellence. This year’s selection showcased powerful voices from across the world—each bringing unique perspectives, bold narratives, and exceptional craft.

After careful evaluation of all official selections, our jury is honoured to present the official winners of FIFF London 2025.


🏆 Main Category Winners


Best Feature Film Testament — Directed by Mirza Begović A compelling feature that stood out for its narrative strength and directorial clarity.


Best Narrative Film We Need To Talk — Directed by Andrea M. Catinella A deeply engaging and dialogue-driven story exploring human relationships with authenticity.


Best Short Film Lady Jasmine — Directed by Hanzi Zhao A visually rich and emotionally resonant short that left a lasting impression.


Best Documentary Spy Capital 2 — Directed by Boris Volodarsky A gripping and insightful exploration of real-world geopolitical intrigue.


Best Experimental FilmThe Last Lady — Directed by Zafar Mehdi A bold and artistic work pushing the boundaries of cinematic form.


🎭 Genre & Special Category Winners


Best Thriller Chaar Diwari — Directed by Syed Shadan A standout thriller with a sharp concept, strong tension, and immersive storytelling.

Best Comedy Jail Waapsi — Directed by Ganesh Jagdishan A gripping, unpredictable film that stood out for its bold storytelling and rising tension.

Best Web Series Mattress — Directed by Rehman Ahmed A uniquely imaginative concept executed with originality and charm.

Best Inspirational Film When I See You Again — Directed by Elvis Hau Chor Fung A heartfelt story that resonated deeply with audiences and jury alike.

Best Music Video Forever — Directed by Wilbert C. Thomas A visually captivating piece blending music and storytelling seamlessly.

Best Student Film Tropical Fish — Directed by Wenjing Xing A promising and emotionally grounded student production.

Best Drama Seconds in Eternity — Directed by Christian Schu A powerful exploration of time, emotion, and human connection.

Best Fan Film Rebel Storm — Directed by Marino Darés A standout tribute demonstrating passion and cinematic ambition.

Best Animation Film How We Hamsters Die — Directed by Phoebe Burdick & Mio Gribskov A uniquely original animated work with a distinct voice.

Best Fantasy Film RED: Beast Huntress — Directed by Benjamin Maublanc A visually driven and engaging fantasy narrative.

Best Micro Budget FilmFALL — Directed by Zhengyan Li An impressive achievement in storytelling within constraints.

Best War Film Directed by Matthew McPherson


🎬 Individual Excellence Awards


Recognising outstanding contribution across key filmmaking disciplines:

  • Best Director — Endless Memories- Feng Yu-Lun

  • Best Actor — Under the stars of Rome - Giuseppe Ivan David Di Giorgio - Winner selected by jury panel

  • Best Actress — Seconds in Eternity - Marina Welsch - Winner selected by jury panel

  • Best Cinematography (DOP) — Portrait of a Monastery - John Decker - Winner selected by jury panel

  • Best Editing — Echoes - Gong Cheng - Winner selected by jury panel

  • Best Sound Design — Seconds in Eternity - Christian Schu - Winner selected by jury panel

  • Best Original Score — Rebel Storm: A Star Wars Collateral Story - Marino Darés - Winner selected by jury panel

  • Best VFX — Rebel Storm: A Star Wars Collateral Story - Marino Darés - Winner selected by jury panel


🌟 Emerging Talent


Best First-Time Director Christian Schu (Seconds in Eternity) A remarkable debut showcasing strong vision and technical excellence.


🎉 Closing Note


FIFF London 2025 reflects the evolving landscape of global cinema—where bold storytelling, diversity of voice, and artistic risk-taking continue to shape the future of film.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all winners and participants. Your work continues to inspire, challenge, and elevate the art of filmmaking.

We look forward to welcoming you again next year.


 













 
 
 

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