Cristian Mungiu’s Palme d’Or‑winning drama “Fjord” secured the Jakarta World Cinema Audience Award on the final night of the festival, which closed with Thai horror filmmaker Banjong Pisanthanakun’s “Inherit” and announced funding for three Indonesian short‑film creators to make their first feature‑length movies.
“Fjord,” the Romanian director’s latest work, opened the Jakarta World Cinema program and went on to capture the audience’s vote for the event’s sole feature‑film prize. The award is determined by festival‑goers rather than a jury, reflecting popular reception of the film.
The closing ceremony featured the screening of “Inherit,” a Thai horror picture by Banjong Pisanthanakun, marking the end of the festival’s slate of screenings.
In addition to the audience award, the festival awarded development funding to three Indonesian filmmakers who have previously produced short films, enabling them to embark on their debut feature projects.
Jakarta World Cinema, held annually in Indonesia’s capital, showcases a mix of international and regional cinema and includes audience‑chosen awards alongside industry support initiatives aimed at nurturing emerging talent.
<small>Source: Variety — read the original story there.</small>
