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NFTS Student Nears Historic Third Bafta Win
21 Feb
Summary
- NFTS student Huiju Park nominated for British Short Film Bafta.
- Her documentary film 'Welcome Home Freckles' faces competition.
- NFTS has won the award for the past two consecutive years.
A National Film and Television School (NFTS) graduate is in contention for a historic third consecutive Bafta win. Huiju Park received a nomination for the British Short Film award for her documentary, 'Welcome Home Freckles.' This recognition is particularly meaningful as the academy has historically favored fiction films in this category, yet Park's documentary has been honored.
The film follows Park as she returns to her hometown of Daegu, South Korea, to address childhood abuse. She expressed her excitement about attending the awards ceremony and feeling a sense of belonging in the film industry, crediting the NFTS for providing a supportive environment for her creative endeavors.
This nomination continues the recent success of NFTS students at the Baftas. In 2024, the graduate film 'Jellyfish and Lobster' won the British Short Film award, following the 2023 win for 'Rock, Paper, Scissors.' School director Jon Wardle noted that three consecutive wins would be an exceptional achievement, underscoring the consistent recognition of student talent.
