The film was inspired by the ongoing conflict over one of the most valuable forests in Europe - the Białowieża Primeval Forest and tells the story of an ancient forest from the perspective of nature and man. The awarding of the Prize sponsored by the Hochschule Zittau / Görlitz Student Government was selected by a jury composed of: German filmmaker Till Giermann, Polish director Anna Pawluczuk and Czech writer, documentary director and producer Linda Dědková.

The jury's statement reads: "This film draws us into its magical world. It shows us that family is more than just people. The film takes us on a journey through an exciting, mysterious and vibrant place that is essential to our survival together: the oldest wilderness in Europe. As the jury, we admire this film's insightful look at ecology, great animation and dark humour. "

Details: neissefilmfestival.net/pl

THE WILDWOOD DIPTYCH, dir. Szymon Ruczyński & Katarzyna Małyszko
 
CONGRATULATIONS Szymon & Kasia!