Event Overview
The 2nd Macao International Film Festival & Awards (IFFAM) was held with the theme "A Feast of Cinema, A New Vision." The festival featured a star-studded lineup of ambassadors and showcased over 40 Chinese and international films across various curated sections.
Highlights
- Theme: A Feast of Cinema, A New Vision
- Festival Ambassador: Internationally renowned director John Woo
- Star Ambassadors: Hollywood star Jeremy Renner ("Hawkeye"), international action star Donnie Yen, acclaimed Asian actress Miriam Yeung, and rising Korean star D.O.
- Opening Film: The family-friendly movie Paddington 2 (starring Hugh Grant), screened at the Macao Cultural Centre Small Auditorium on December 8 at 8:00 PM.
Film Program
Films were presented through several distinct sections:
- Competition Unit
- Gala Presentation
- Crossfire
- World Panorama
- Special Presentations
Awards
A jury of five distinguished international judges selected winners for the following awards from the Competition Unit:
- Best Film
- Jury Prize
- Best Director
- Best Actor
- Best Actress
- Best New Performer
- Best Screenplay
- Best Technical Contribution
Local Spotlight
The festival also featured outstanding works from the "Macao Images – New Force" project, offering audiences insight into the development of Macao's local film and television industry.
