Los Angeles 2023: Entertainment Capital Peace Cinema
A celebration of cultural exchange and cinematic excellence in the entertainment capital of the world
2023 Awards Highlights Gallery
Experience the unforgettable moments from our 2023 edition in Los Angeles, California, where filmmakers, jury members, and audiences came together in celebration of peace through cinema.
Awards Overview: Los Angeles 2023
The Los Angeles World Peace Film Awards 2023 in Los Angeles, California, marked a significant milestone in our journey of promoting peace through cinema. Set against the stunning backdrop of Hollywood's entertainment industry, this edition brought together filmmakers, audiences, and peace advocates from around the world.
Historic Venue
Los Angeles, the entertainment capital of the world, provided the perfect setting for our awards. The city's rich film industry heritage and cultural diversity embodied our mission of unity through cinema.
Entertainment Industry Focus
This edition emphasized entertainment industry collaboration, featuring films that explored themes of diversity, cultural bridge-building, and Hollywood's role as a global cultural influence.
Record Participation
The Los Angeles edition welcomed participants from 65 countries, with over 320 film submissions and an audience of more than 4,000 attendees across three days of programming.
Cultural Legacy
Beyond film screenings, the awards included cultural tours, workshops on peace cinema, and collaborations with local Los Angeles artists and cultural institutions.
2023 Award Winners
Five outstanding films were honored at the 2023 Los Angeles edition across thematic categories promoting peace, justice, and human understanding.
| Award Category | Film Title | Director | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Human Rights Film | All Quiet on the Western Front | Edward Berger | Germany |
| Best Democracy & Freedom Film | 20 Days in Mariupol | Mstyslav Chernov | Ukraine |
| Best Peace Film | Close | Lukas Dhont | Belgium |
| Best Women & Gender Equality Film | In Her Hands | Tamana Ayazi, Marcel Mettelsiefen | Afghanistan, Germany |
| Best Social Justice Film | Argentina, 1985 | Santiago Mitre | Argentina |
For detailed information about each winning film, please visit our Awards page.