Our Best Short Film winner will receive our custom Global Shorts statuette which we ship anywhere in the world, free of charge. The award is manufactured by Society Awards, the same awards company that manufactures the Golden Globe and the Emmy. All winners will receive our Global Shorts Winner laurels in black, white, and gold.

Award of Merit – “Beads” (Finland)

Title: Beads
Runtime: 12 min
Country: Finland
Director: Hannaleena Bensky
Placement: Award of Merit
Competition: March, 2025

Synopsis: Jonna wakes up after a hard night of partying at roommates Niko and Roni’s house. As her memory slowly returns, the events of the night start creeping back. The shame of her blacking out is not eased by a surprise visit from Roni’s mother.

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Award of Merit – “Beads” (Finland)