Park City, United States. The Cypriot film “Hold Onto Me,” directed by Myrsini Aristidou, won the Audience Award at the Sundance Film Festival, the event announced. The honor was described as a historic achievement for Cypriot cinema.
Award presented at official ceremony
The award was presented on Friday evening at the festival’s official ceremony, with the Sundance audience selecting the film as the recipient of the Audience Award: World Cinema Dramatic.
First Cypriot Greek-language feature to screen at Sundance
According to an announcement, “Hold Onto Me” is the first Cypriot, Greek-language feature to screen at Sundance. The film had its world premiere on Monday to a sold-out audience and received a double standing ovation, with audiences and critics giving it a warm reception.
Announcement cites audience connection
“Winning the Sundance Audience Award confirms the film’s strong emotional connection with the audience and is a top honor for both the creator and contemporary Cypriot filmmaking, paving the way for a dynamic international path,” the announcement said.
What impact could the award have on the international visibility of Cypriot cinema?
