Tashkent International Cinema Forum “Golden Guepard”

The primary goals of the Cinema Forum are to attract extraordinary cinema works that reflect trends in global cinematography; consolidate and develop international links in cinema; contribute to the development and popularization of national cinema, promote and advocate Uzbek films; present Uzbekistan’s unique historical legacy to attract representatives of global cinema industry; familiarize the local public with leading contemporary films; and discover young talented cinematographers and support their professional endeavors.

The Cinema Forum’s slogan – “Civilizations of the 21st century - Dialog of Cultures” – reflects the primary strategic goal of the project: establish and develop intercultural dialog among nations through cinema. Annually, the major event is given a slogan that reflects the current theme of the contest.

Tashkent International Cinema Forum “Golden Guepard” is a competition-based event featuring an international jury comprising high-profile professionals. The contest program presents full-length films, short films and animated films.

The cinema forum has incorporated the guepard as its symbol. It refers to the world’s fastest running animal, the cheetah, which reflects the cinema forum organizers’ aspiration to dynamically join the ranks of leading cinema events. The guepard has deep historical roots in Uzbek culture. It was featured in the coat of arms of the House of Rulers of Chach, an ancient name for Tashkent. Golden Guepard statuettes are awarded to the best film directors, scriptwriters, actors and other cinema professionals in the following categories:

“Best Full-length Film”
“Best Short Film”
“Best Animated Film”
“Best Film Director”
“Best Male Role”
“Best Female Role”

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