Short Film of the Year Awards 2024 – Final Results Announced

The Short Film Awards 2024 was full of amazing entries but we are stoked to announce we have a tie for 1st place! Entry #16 – GANGA GIRLS, by Prashant Bhatt & entry #5 SVALBARD RAW, by Aleix Salvat! In 3rd place we have entry #4 Patagonia Quadcrown by Gonzalo Robert. The Short Film awards winners received a total of $2500 shared between the top 3.

With filmmakers spanning the globe, the Short Film of the Year Awards have successfully achieved the international status we envisioned at the contest’s inception. It is now seen as the reference for film producers around the world, and TV broadcasters alike when it comes down to paddlesports film production.

It’s truly inspiring to see how the quality and diversity of the entries have reached such exceptional levels. The fact that the judges and voters faced a tough time choosing the winners speaks volumes about the caliber of talent in the competition. And it’s especially exciting to note the increasing number of films with meaningful, and impactful messages. While action remain a central focus, storytelling that not only entertains but also provokes thought and sparks conversation is so important in today’s world. It’s clear that the Short Film Awards is becoming a platform for both creative innovation and social reflection.

Here’s hoping this trend continues to grow, with even more filmmakers using their voices to inspire, educate, and challenge audiences in 2025!

NB: 50% is based on a panel of whitewater and filmmaking professionals, 50% based on online votes.
The Jury: Clay Wright (Usa), Lucien Schreiber (Fra), Anna Bruno (Usa), Olaf Obsommer (Ger), Amber Muslen (Sct), Josh Dias-Smith (Sct)

The 2025 Short Film Awards resumes in February 2025.