The 20th FIRST International Film Festival officially announced its winners on July 25, 2026.
This event recognizing some of the most outstanding independent films and emerging filmmakers in China.
This year’s biggest honor, Best Feature Film, went to Gold Life. (Overseasidol.com)
Complete Winners List of 20th FIRST Youth Film Festival
Best Feature Film: Gold Life
Best Director: Li Jiongda & Li Wei – Way Down We Go
Jury Grand Prize: Number 23
Best Actor: Hao Lei (Number 23) & Wen Xin (Ostrich)
Best Artistic Exploration: Strangers in the Mountain
Best Screenplay: When The Bottle Turns
A Standpoint Award: Way Down We Go
Best Short Movie: In Our Panic
Best Animated Short Movie: Forging the Swords
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