The Best Screenplay Award

Last Shadow At First Light

Screenwriter: Nicole Midori Woodford

Honoring Exceptional Storytelling

The Best Screenplay Award at the Ho Chi Minh City International Film Festival (HIFF) is a distinguished accolade that celebrates the art of storytelling in cinema. This award recognizes the creative and narrative brilliance of the screenwriter, whose work forms the foundation of a compelling and engaging film.

Key Aspects of the Best Screenplay Award:

Creative Storytelling

This award acknowledges screenwriters who craft original, imaginative, and compelling stories. It celebrates the ability to capture the audience’s imagination through well-structured narratives.

Character Development

A well-written screenplay excels in character development, breathing life into the characters and making them relatable and three-dimensional. It recognizes the screenwriter’s skill in creating authentic and engaging personas.

Dialogue and Subtext

The Best Screenplay Award appreciates the power of dialogue and subtext in conveying the underlying themes, emotions, and depth of the story. It recognizes the art of saying more with less.

Impact on Filmmaking

A great screenplay serves as the blueprint for a film. It influences the direction, cinematography, and overall creative vision. This award acknowledges the critical role a screenplay plays in the filmmaking process.

The Best Screenplay Award at HIFF celebrates the unsung heroes of storytelling, the screenwriters who provide the foundation for captivating and thought-provoking films. It’s a recognition of their ability to create compelling narratives that resonate with audiences.