THE 355 FILM AWARD

Dear filmmakers and friends of CINEMA AWARD 355 and the Stoyan Kambarev Foundation,
Thank you for the inspiration, courage, and talent with which you took part in the eighth edition of CINEMA AWARD 355!
The interest was impressive, and the level – exceptionally high. We received powerful, personal, and provocative film stories that remind us why we believe in the young creators of Bulgarian cinema.

This year again, the competition was more than intense. The jury held in-depth discussions and online meetings from different parts of the world before reaching its decision. We thank all participants for their patience, trust, and professionalism.

We congratulate them on their original ideas and confident directorial vision.

Learn more about them in this short video.

The winner will be announced on April 20, at the end of the Official Award Ceremony of the Stoyan Kambarev Foundation’s Art Awards. They will receive the beautiful statuette and 7,777 euros to support their next film.

The team of CINEMA AWARD 355 also recognized three semifinalists – young filmmakers who came very close to the final selection and impressed the jury with their potential. They will receive their certificates from the Stoyan Kambarev Foundation.

Semifinalists in 2026 are:

1. Georgi Totev
2. Emil Aleksandrov
3. Shakila Bizimana

To all those who did not reach the final selection this year – keep going! Try again! Grow, search for your voice and your story. We will be happy to see you among the participants in the next edition. And don’t forget to think of ideas for a 5-minute film with an UNEXPECTED ENDING!
Love cinema. Never give up! Believe in yourselves!