Marimbas Award

Jury-selected U.S. or international narrative feature films compete for the Festival’s Top Prize.

Made in MIA Awards

The Made in MIA Feature Film Award and Made in MIA Short Film Award are competitions for jury-selected, locally made films.

Jordan Ressler First Feature Award

The Jordan Ressler First Feature Award is awarded to the filmmaker of the jury-selected best film by a debut feature narrative filmmaker.

Documentary Achievement Award

Miami Film Festival Short Film Award is given to a jury-selected short film (30 min or less) of any genre from anywhere in the world.

Miami Film Festival Short Film Award

Miami Film Festival Short Film Award is given to a jury-selected short film (30 min or less) of any genre from anywhere in the world.

University of Miami Documentary Short Award

Is an award given to the Director of the winning film of the competition for the jury-selected documentary short film (30 min or less) from anywhere in the world.

Florida Cinemaslam Competition

Cinemaslam is Miami Film Festival’s annual Florida film school competition.

Audience Awards

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Art of Light Award

The Art of Light Award is presented to cinematic artists whose exemplary work shines new wonders on the continuing evolution of motion pictures.

Precious Gem Award

The Precious Gem Award honors exceptional artists whose contributions to cinema are lasting and unforgettable.

Impact Award