Delabole Slate Film Awards: Celebrating Cinematic Excellence
The Delabole Slate film awards recognize outstanding achievements in cinema, highlighting the talent of directors, writers, and actors. From student productions to acclaimed feature films, these awards celebrate a diverse range of storytelling and technical skill within the filmmaking community.
Key Facts
- Golden Chough: A prestigious award given to Mark Jenkin for the 2019 film Bait.
- Diverse Categories: Awards span across feature films, short films, music videos, and student projects.
- Specialized Recognition: Includes specific honors for scriptwriting, ensemble casts, and acting.
- Fellowship Support: The festival provides Fellowship Awards to support emerging talent in the industry.
Award Highlights from 2005
In 2005, the festival focused on audience choice and regional language contributions. The Audience Award for Film of the Festival was awarded to Encounters, directed by Pat Kelman and produced by Jonty Reason for Pittot Films.
The festival also emphasized emerging talent and cultural identity. The Student Film of the Festival award went to Sunday Bench, directed by Russell Hancock, while the Govynn Kernewek Award—recognizing contributions to the Cornish language—was awarded to Tap Tap Tap, directed by Marie Foulston.
The 2019 Award Cycle
The 2019 awards showcased a broad spectrum of cinematic achievement, ranging from high-profile directing to specialized technical crafts.
Major Honors and Fellowships
Mark Jenkin received the Golden Chough for his work on the film Bait. Additionally, the festival recognized individual talent through Fellowship Awards, with actor Rory Wilton being a recipient.
Short Films and Music Videos
The competition for short-form content was fierce. FUNFAIR, directed by Kaveh Mazaheri, took home the Best Short Award, while YN Mor, directed by Zoe Alker, was named the Best Regional Short.
In the music category, the Music Video Award was presented to JERUSALEM, created by Ofer Winter and Shimon Engel.
Technical and Performance Sub-Awards
The festival also highlighted the essential elements of storytelling through its sub-awards. The Best Scriptwriting award, supported by The Writers Collective, was awarded to Cameron Richards for THE SEA. Laurence Donoghue received a Highly Commended for Writing honor for FLYING LESSONS, which they wrote, produced, and directed.
Performance excellence was also celebrated. Anna Friel won Best Actor (supported by WeAudition) for her role in The Sea, and the production 'Yn Mor' was recognized for the Best Ensemble Cast.
Summary of Award Winners
| Year | Award Category | Winner/Recipient | Work |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Film of the Festival | Pat Kelman | Encounters |
| 2005 | Student Film of the Festival | Russell Hancock | Sunday Bench |
| 2005 | Govynn Kernewek Award | Marie Foulston | Tap Tap Tap |
| 2019 | Golden Chough | Mark Jenkin | Bait |
| 2019 | Best Short | Kaveh Mazaheri | FUNFAIR |
| 2019 | Best Regional Short | Zoe Alker | YN Mor |
| 2019 | Best Scriptwriting | Cameron Richards | THE SEA |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the Golden Chough in 2019?
The Golden Chough was awarded to director Mark Jenkin for the film Bait.
Which film won the Best Regional Short in 2019?
The Best Regional Short award was given to YN Mor, directed by Zoe Alker.
What is the Govynn Kernewek Award?
Based on the 2005 awards, this is a specialized award given to films such as Tap Tap Tap, directed by Marie Foulston.
Who received the Best Actor award in 2019?
Anna Friel won the Best Actor award, supported by WeAudition, for her performance in The Sea.
Which production was recognized for its ensemble cast?
The production 'Yn Mor' received the award for Best Ensemble Cast in 2019.