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San Sebastián Film Festival Celebrates Diverse Lineup of Award Winners
27 Sep, 2025
Summary
- Kaouther Ben Hania's "The Voice of Hind Rajab" wins Audience Award
- "Couture," "The Ballad of a Small Player," and "The Fence" among Golden Shell contenders
- Lucile Hadžihalilović's "The Ice Tower" wins Zabaltegi-Tabakalera Award
The 2025 San Sebastián Film Festival concluded last night with its highly anticipated awards ceremony. The event celebrated a diverse lineup of winning films, with Kaouther Ben Hania's "The Voice of Hind Rajab" taking the Audience Award. The film, which previously won at the Venice Film Festival, was a standout among the audience.
In the running for the prestigious Golden Shell were several acclaimed titles, including "Couture," "The Ballad of a Small Player," and "The Fence." The Zabaltegi-Tabakalera Award went to Lucile Hadžihalilović's "The Ice Tower," while Sophy Romvari's "Blue Heron" received a special mention.
Other notable winners included "Little Amélie" for the Audience Award for Best European Film, "Sundays" for the Irizar Basque Film Award, and "Mam" for the Culinary Zinema Award. The festival also recognized several up-and-coming projects through its industry awards, further solidifying San Sebastián's reputation as a hub for cinematic excellence.
