Hidden Hero and Strings of Inspiration are the 2024 DocFest’s Film Selection Committee Local Documentary Award Winners!
Congratulations to both films on winning the Belleville Downtown DocFest 2024, Best Local Short Documentary Award. This year’s award is proudly sponsored by the Bay of Quinte Regional Marketing Board.
Hidden Heroes – Best Local Short Documentary Award Winner
Hidden Heroes is a documentary that unveils the extraordinary contributions of unsung heroes who played a pivotal role in Canadian military operations. Featuring interviews with Canada’s top historians and never-before-seen footage, Hidden Heroes highlights the often-forgotten men & women who risk their lives behind the lines in the Canadian military – providing the lifesaving supports that led to victory on the battlegrounds of yesterday, and today.
Awards
Belleville Downtown DocFest 2024, Best Local Short Documentary Award Winner
Film Sponsor
Strings of Inspiration: A Portrait of Kris Tischbein – Best Local Short Documentary Award Winner
This is Aaron and Angela Bell’s second Best Local Short Award, also winning in 2018 for their short film Downforce: The Kolby Parks Story.
Dive into the enchanting world of Strings of Inspiration: A Portrait of Kris Tischbein a captivating documentary that unravels the artistry and creative spirit of acclaimed bassist Kris Tischbein. As he gracefully navigates between the demands of popular music gigs and the profound solitude of his solo bass compositions, Kris shares the secrets behind his unique sound, influenced by the evocative tones of cellos and other stringed instruments.
Awards
Belleville Downtown DocFest 2024, Best Local Short Documentary Award Winner
Film Sponsor
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