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.
Title: The Carton Tongue
Runtime: 8 min
Country: USA
Director: Chelsea Giles
Placement: Honorable Mention
Competition: September 30, 2018
Synopsis: Salam, a Moroccan gay rights activist awaiting trial for same-sex sexual activity, is held captive by an oppressive jailer, Omar. One day a new guard is transferred to his post. Salam not only recognises the new guard as Mourad but also knows him intimately. After years apart, they must decide whether to stay safe or stay in love.
