The Sonje Award is given to the best Korean and Asian short films in the Wide Angle section, to assist them in producing the next project by providing KRW 10,000,000 to each director.
Yurim
Jury Comment In contrast to other short films that resemble Korean TV dramas, this film presented a profound contemplation on its structure as a short film, particularly in how it captures the actors through the camera and the deliberate choices of what to frame and what to exclude. The film delicately explores the themes of familial connections, fate and choice, and that the power to change our perspectives lies within ourselves. The world surrounding the two women resonates deeply, both emotionally and viscerally.
A Garden in Winter
Jury Comment This intricately crafted work beautifully captures the intersections of cultures, exuding a sense of wonder and softness. It illustrates a new form of relationship, where diverse individuals can unite towards a common goal without encountering. At the film’s final moments, it eloquently delivers the miraculous and beautiful instant through the language of cinema. A feeling of tranquility, reminiscent of the awe one feels while gazing at a river's gentle flow, infuses the entire film.