Following the smashing success of their inaugural festival back in 2010, Vimeo once again called on digital filmmakers from around the world to submit their work. The best of which were honored at last night’s award festival with $5,000 grants and $25,000 for the grand prize. Who took home the top prizes? If you follow the online film world as closely as we do, there won’t be any surprises. But it’s a strong set of films nonetheless—worth a second look if you missed them the first time around.
Narrative
Thriller
about
Crime
in
Special FX
Ruairi Robinson / 13 min / USA
Boy wants the latest toy for Christmas, a friendly robot to fill the love left by his parents' broken marriage. But when the boy loses interest in Blinky, one final request remains.
Animation
Documentary
Documentary
about
Perseverence
in
Live-Action
Amar is 14 and top of his class. He's also his family's main breadwinner, working two jobs six and a half days a week. An observational documentary that follows Amar through his daily life.
Motion Graphics
History of the Title Sequence
Advertising
K-Swiss
Fashion
Mulberry Skirt
Series
Often Awesome
Captured
Sweatshoppe Video
Experimental
Prie Dieu
Action Sports
Dark Side of the Lens
Remix
Rear Window Timelapse
Music Video
Manchester Orchestra
Lyrical & Grand Prize Winner!
Symmetry
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