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'Two Seasons Two Strangers' Wins Top Prize at IFFK
19 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Two Seasons Two Strangers' won the Golden Crow Pheasant award.
- Best director award went to Carina Piazza and Lucia Bracelis.
- Abderrahmane Sissako received a Lifetime Achievement award.
The 30th International Film Festival Kerala concluded by honoring 'Two Seasons Two Strangers' with the prestigious Golden Crow Pheasant award for best film. This acclaimed movie, directed by Sho Miyake, also received a substantial cash prize of Rs 20 lakh, a certificate, and a sculpture.
Further accolades included the Silver Crow Pheasant for best director, awarded to Carina Piazza and Lucia Bracelis for their Argentine film 'Before the Body.' Veteran filmmaker Abderrahmane Sissako was presented with a Lifetime Achievement award, celebrating his significant contributions to cinema. The festival showcased 14 films in its international competition category.
Additional awards saw Unnikrishnan Avala's 'Thanthapperu' secure the special jury award and the audience poll for most popular film. The K R Mohanan award for best debut Indian director was shared, highlighting emerging talent in Indian cinema. The NETPAC award for best Asian film also recognized cinematic diversity.
