2023 AWARD WINNERS - Gig Harbor Film Festival

Congratulations to all of our talented filmmakers! We know just how much hard work and dedication it takes to
complete your labors of love and have them selected by festivals. Thank you for sharing your stories with us. We
truly appreciate all of your talent and wish you the very best with your future projects. Though it’s always a
difficult task to choose from so much great content, here are the winners of the 2023 Gig Harbor Film Festival:

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CARDI WONG: “GOLDEN DELICIOUS”

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ALLISON OTTO: “THE THIEF COLLECTOR”

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“KIDS FOR KIDNAPPING” DIRECTED BY JUSTIN ZIMMERMAN

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“RESURGENCE” DIRECTED BY KRUSHAN NAIK

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“CORKY” DIRECTED BY CHRISTINE CARUSO

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“BALLOON ANIMAL” DIRECTED BY EM JOHNSON

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“SAM NOW” DIRECTED BY REED HARKNESS

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“THE LOST ANGLE” DIRECTED BY BRANDON HENDRICKS