(Phnom Penh): Karre Mouy, an esteemed annual program dedicated to nurturing and empowering emerging filmmakers across Cambodia and the ASEAN region, held its 2025 Short Film Producer Program Pitching Day on Sunday, 27 July 2025 at Legend Cinema Olympia. The workshop and events organized by Kongchak Pictures and Anti-Archive showcased the creative talents of new voices in cinema, providing participants with invaluable development opportunities, mentorship, and a platform to pitch their projects to industry professionals.
This year’s edition attracted twice the attendance compared to the previous year, signaling growing enthusiasm and support within the creative community for young filmmakers. The week-long program culminated in a dynamic pitching day where participants presented their short film projects to a distinguished panel of judges and an engaged audience.
Before the final event, the Karre Mouy’s 2025 participants engaged in an intensive six-day workshop designed to equip emerging filmmakers with essential skills and industry knowledge. Throughout this immersive program, they received expert mentorship from acclaimed film producers and industry professionals Loy Te, Daniel Mattes, Sreylin Meas, Weijie Lai, and Raymond Phathanavirangoon. This hands-on guidance helped participants refine their projects and prepare them for the pitching day, fostering both creative and professional growth within a collaborative environment.
For the first time, Karre Mouy welcomed an ASEAN projects to the program, reflecting their commitment to bridging creative communities across the region. They believe that encouraging young filmmakers to connect and collaborate early in their careers is vital. This cross-border engagement widens participants’ perspectives, introducing them to the realities and opportunities of filmmaking on a global scale. By nurturing these connections, they hope to equip emerging talents with the open-mindedness and confidence needed to pursue international careers and contribute to a vibrant, interconnected film industry.
The panel of judges, composed of Lorna Tee, Danech San, and Eric Tsang, offered thoughtful and sensitive feedback and questions throughout the event, supporting the participants’ artistic growth and professionalism.
Award Winners:
- 1st Jury Prize (USD 2,000): Long Hair and A Washed Floral Skirt by Daphne and Dimitri Hariastuti
- 2nd Jury Prize (USD 1,500): Be Not Afraid by Zack Le & Mai Xuan Yen Huynh
- 3rd Jury Prize (USD 1,000): The Wind Between Us by Seakleng Song and Somalin Chheang
- Special Jury Mention: Mata-Mata by Carlos Antonio Sison and Franz Louie Domasian
- Sony Cambodia In-kind Award:
Paranoya by Hemkiry Song and Aulissa Ty
Seda by Jean-Baptiste Phou & Deka Nine
- Legend Cinema Award (USD 750): Kouly Komnen by Jasonphearyuth Yon & Colin Tie
- Major Cineplex Award (USD 750): Paranoya by Hemkiry Song and Aulissa Ty
- Audience Award (USD 500): Paranoya by Hemkiry Song and Aulissa Ty
- Platform Busan Award: Paranoya by Hemkiry Song and Aulissa Ty
They extend their deepest gratitude to the individuals and organizations who made this event possible. Special thanks go to Ek Buntha, Under Secretary of State, representing the Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts, and Pak Sokhom, Secretary of State, representing the Ministry of Tourism, for their invaluable support and presence.
Sincere appreciation is also offered to their sponsors and partners, including the Cambodia Cinema Department, the French Embassy of Cambodia, L’Institut Français, Jakarta Film Week, Quezon City Film Commission, Asian Film Alliance Network, Platform Busan, Westec Media Limited, Major Cineplex, M Pictures, Vital Premium Water, Mee Chiet, Western University, ST Market, Sony Cambodia, Sarina Boutique Hotel, MyCam, and the host partner Legend Cinema. Their collaboration and support were instrumental in delivering a successful Karre Mouy 2025.
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