‘April’ Wins Best Film At Asia Pacific Screen Awards

Story by Sara Merican

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Dea Kulumbegashvili's Georgian drama 'April' sweeps the Asia Pacific Screen Awards, taking home the coveted Best Film and Best Performance prizes.

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This is the first major international win for the director, cementing her status as a rising star in the global independent film scene.
The Best Performance award recognizes the powerful lead performance by Ia Sukhitashvili, whose portrayal is earning critical praise and tipping her as a potential awards season contender.

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Dea Kulumbegashvili, Ia Sukhitashvili, Asia Pacific Screen Awards, 'April'