Film Society Award Honorees
At its annual flagship, the San Joaquin International Film Festival, the Society honors film makers, innovators, and artists with awards celebrating their contribution to the art, culture, and importance of cinema.
Ambassador Award
The Ambassador Award honors an exemplary talent connected with the local community - who endeavors to: promote cross-cultural appreciation; catalyze the creative arts; to utilize the power of film; and to contribute to the quality of life for the greater community and beyond, through film and media.
• Theodore Thomas (2010) (read profile)
• Erahm Christopher (2008) (read press release)
El Dorado Award
The El Dorado Award honors an exceptional artist whose artistry, creativity, and originality has made a tremendous impact on independent cinema.
• Bill Plympton (2009) (read press release)
Independent Award
The Independent Award honors a spirited innovator who empowers independent filmmaking through impactful creativity, exemplary talent and steadfast leadership.
• Jon Gunn (2009) (read press release)
Spirit of Humanity Award
The Spirit of Humanity Award honors a filmmaker who uses film as an important instrument to advance, celebrate, and promote humanity.
• Kimberlee Bassford (2009) (read press release)
• Almudena Carracedo (2008) (read story)
Discovery Award
The Discovery Award honors a striking new talent that is being introduced on the international scene.
• Francesco Mistichelli (2009) (read press release)
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