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The Graddies 2024
2024 Winner
The 2024 winner of the Drama Category was 'Craven', written and directed by Elian Beaumont from Leeds Trinity University.
This gripping film tells a dark and poignant story, unfolding around a deeply tragic family event. With its powerful storytelling and emotional depth, Craven captivated the judges, earning well-deserved recognition in the competition.
The 2024 Graddies was the fourth year of the awards ceremony, and we had entries from universities across the UK. We received entries across a number of formats including animation, live action and documentary films.
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These films were then watched and judged by 6 awad winning industry judges.
John Battsek
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Double Oscar-winning British documentary producer known for One Day in September and Searching for Sugar Man..
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​June Givanni
British film curator and archivist specializing in African and African diaspora cinema, founding the June Givanni Pan-African Cinema Archive.
​Nick Broomfield
British documentary filmmaker known for Kurt & Courtney and Biggie & Tupac, winning BAFTA and Sundance awards.
2024 Finalists
2024 saw 10 finalist films from various universities.
