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Crossover International Festival of Film and Art held in LA
CIFFA showcases films from around the world, fostering cross-cultural exchange through cinema.
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Staff Reporter - Sat, 18, Oct 2025
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CIFFA spotlighted unique creative voices from around the world. / Courtesy photo
The Crossover International Festival of Film and Art (CIFFA) was organized on Oct. 11 and 12 at the Grand Theatre Center for the Arts in Los Angeles, California.
Presented by the One World Arts Foundation (OWAF), CIFFA showcases visionary filmmakers and artists from around the world, fostering cross-cultural exchange through the universal language of art and cinema.
The organizers noted that "the festival highlights diverse voices from around the world". The also noted that the festival aims at spotlighting "creatives who tell unique, heartfelt stories that often go unheard."
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Writer director Joseph Graham, Indian actor Annu Singh and Brazilian-American actor-filmmaker Cynthia Souza finalized the winners in each category.
From the red carpet to the final award ceremony, the festival pulsed with excitement, passion, and creativity — marking a milestone year for CIFFA as it continues to grow as a global platform for diverse voices and artistic innovation.
CIFFA 2025 award winners
Best Narrative Feature Film: 40 Days
Best Narrative Feature Actor: Rajpal Yadav – Barefoot Warrior
Best Narrative Feature Actress: Sangeeta Agrawal – Designed by Preeti
Best Narrative Short Film: The Madman
Best Narrative Short Director: David Harris – The Madman
Best Narrative Short Actor: Gabriel McRoberts – Diez Segundos
Best Narrative Short Actress: Aisha Adel Thabet – I Can Smell a Rat
Best Full-Length Documentary: Test Subject V
Best Director (Full-Length Documentary): Sol Kohli – Test Subject V
Best Short Documentary: Cameraphobia
Best Short Documentary Director: Essam Hayder – Fekry's Thoughts
Best Web Series: Little India
Best Director (Web Series): Sim Dhugga – Little India
Best Web Series Actor: Shiva Kumar Juturi – Little India
Best Web Series Actress: Arasha Lalani – Little India
Special Jury Awards:
Best Cinematographer (Feature): Inderjit Bansel – Barefoot Warrior
Best Cinematographer (Short): Kanchan Chatterjee, Satyaki Chatterjee, and Akash Sarkar – Book Pocket
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