Award of Merit – “The Hunt” (USA)

Title: The Hunt
Runtime: 41 min
Country: USA
Director: Vincent Perez
Placement: Award of Merit
Competition: September, 2026

Synopsis: In a brutal world ruled by King Mordrak, the largest bounty ever offered in the history of the realm is placed on a mysterious young woman named Nara. Drawn by the unprecedented reward, the scarred bounty hunter Tyron joins the hunt. But when he finally finds her, he discovers that the bounty hides a far greater secret, pulling him into a dangerous journey across a savage land of deadly creatures, rival hunters and ancient forces. As the truth surrounding Nara begins to emerge, the greatest hunt in history becomes something capable of changing the fate of the entire realm.