Which film won the Golden Conch Award for 'Turn Your Body to the Sun' at MIFF 2022?

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Correct Answer : Option (B) - Dutch Film

Dutch movie, “Turn Your Body to the Sun” has bagged the Golden Conch award at the 17th edition of the 2022 Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF) for documentary, short fiction and animation films.

The award carries a golden conch, a certificate and cash prize of Rs 10 lakh.

This documentary was directed by Aliona Van der Horst.

Best Short-fiction : ‘Saakshatkaaram’ (Malayalam) & ‘Brother Troll’

Best Animation Film : ‘Prince in a Pastry Shop’ (Poland)

Source : India Times

Published On : June 6, 2022

Category : Awards

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