What were the top awards at the 2025 Proof Film Festival?

The Grand Jury Award went to "Thirstygirl" directed by Alexandra Qin, and the Audience Award went to "My Kind of People" from Joe Picozzi.

How is the Proof Film Festival supporting emerging filmmakers?

The festival provides grants, awards, and opportunities like the new partnership with Souvenir Studios to develop feature films from the festival's projects.

What new partnership did the Proof Film Festival announce in 2025?

The festival unveiled a partnership with Souvenir Studios, which will give the company the opportunity to select and develop one or more projects from the 2025 slate into feature films.

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Proof Film Festival Crowns 2025 Winners, Expands Partnerships

18 Nov, 2025

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Summary

Proof Film Festival honors emerging filmmakers with top awards
"Thirstygirl" and "My Kind of People" win Grand Jury and Audience Awards
New partnership with Souvenir Studios to develop feature films

Proof Film Festival Crowns 2025 Winners, Expands Partnerships

The 2025 Proof Film Festival, held on November 9 in Los Angeles, has wrapped up with a new class of emerging filmmakers being honored for their innovative short films. The festival, which was co-presented by TheWrap, crowned "Thirstygirl" and "My Kind of People" as the top winners.

"Thirstygirl," directed by Alexandra Qin, received the prestigious Grand Jury Award, earning the filmmaker two 4-Day Plus badges to the American Film Market and a $2,500 grant from the Proof Development Fund. The Audience Award went to "My Kind of People" from Joe Picozzi, accompanied by a $1,000 grant.