Screenings Guide 2026, Lena Mattsson

"Screenings Guide 2026
2026 July 3

Congratulations,

You have been included in the SCREENINGS GUIDE 2026!

This is an important promotional opportunity reserved for the filmmakers we are committed to supporting at the world's leading film festivals. The guide is being shared with festival programmers and selection committees.

The first event organized in partnership with the SCREENINGS GUIDE will take place today during the 10th Edition of the SWEET DEMOCRACY FILMAWARDS, the only film project ever to feature a Nobel Prize laureate as its protagonist, and one that has given rise to one of the most culturally significant events for independent cinema and beyond. You will receive your invitation shortly!

In the meantime, here is the SCREENINGS GUIDE 2026, featuring your name and photo: https://wildfilmmaker.net/screenings-guide-2026-2/

Thank you.

Kind regards,

The WILD FILMMAKER Editorial Team."

I extend my deepest and warmest gratitude for so graciously including both my name and my photograph in the Screenings Guide 2026.

A particularly heartfelt expression of thanks goes to Michele Diomà to Valentina Lumi, and to the entire Wild Filmmaker team.

With abundant warm regards,

Lena Mattsson.

Official Catalogue Honoring the Winners of the Foreign Press Film Awards 2026

"Happy Sunday!

You have been featured in the Official 2026 Catalog dedicated to the winners of the Foreign Press Film Awards!

You can read it and discover some exciting news as well:
https://wildfilmmaker.net/official-catalogue-honoring-the-winners-of-the-foreign-press-film-awards-2026/

Thank you!
Kind regards,
The WILD FILMMAKER Editorial Team."

I would like to extend my sincere and heartfelt thanks for the inclusion of my films The Aesthetics of Failure, Not Without Gloves, and The Rorschach Test.

I am particularly grateful to all those with whom I collaborated on these projects, as well as to Wild Filmmaker Editor-in-Chief Michele Diomà, his dedicated team, and all the award-winning filmmakers involved.

Best regards,
Lena Mattsson

WINNER Foreign Press Film Awards 2026

WINNER Foreign Press Film Awards 2026
2026 June 26

The Aesthetics of Failure
By Lena Mattsson

BEST INTERNATIONAL ARTIST OF THE YEAR & BEST INTERNATIONAL FILMMAKER (Category: European Art Film).

Not Without Gloves
By Lena Mattsson

BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY & BEST INSPIRATIONAL PROJECT.

The Rorschach Test
By Lena Mattsson

BEST BLACK & WHITE CINEMATOGRAPHY & BEST ARTHOUSE MOVIEMAKER.

A big thank you to the jury of the Foreign Press Film Awards,
an event promoted with the support of WILD FILMMAKER, for awarding my film The Aesthetics of Failure the following honours: BEST INTERNATIONAL ARTIST OF THE YEAR & BEST INTERNATIONAL FILMMAKER (Category: European Art Film).

I’m also deeply grateful that they awarded my film Not Without Gloves the prizes for BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY & BEST INSPIRATIONAL PROJECT.

Finally, I want to thank the jury for recognizing The Rorschach Test with the awards for BEST BLACK & WHITE CINEMATOGRAPHY & BEST ARTHOUSE MOVIEMAKER.

It is a great honour!

I am profoundly proud and thankful.

Special thanks to everyone for the incredible work you do to support independent filmmakers:
Michele Diomà
Valentina Lumi
Wild Filmmaker

I would also like to thank Conny Malmqvist for the outstanding music in Not Without Gloves and The Rorschach Test, and Ebba Melber for their talented performance in The Rorschach Test.

Warmest regards,
Lena Mattsson.

"Congratulations,

You are a winner of the Foreign Press Film Awards 2026!

The second edition of the Awards brought together participants from more than 42 countries, making it one of the most prestigious independent international media events of the year.

To celebrate this achievement, we are publishing the 2026 Catalogue of Award-Winning Artists.

The Catalogue will be distributed at major international film events throughout the current festival season and will serve as a preferred reference for many of the 2026–2027 events we are currently planning.

This victory also makes you eligible for the inaugural edition of an
exciting new partnership with the IFI – International Film Institute.

You will receive all the details very soon!

Here are the official results of the Foreign Press Film Awards 2026:

Thank you, and once again, congratulations on this outstanding
achievement.
Kind regards,
Foreign Press Film Awards
An event promoted with the support of WILD FILMMAKER."

WINNER Under the Spotlight: Independent Creators Awards in Atlanta

WINNER Under the Spotlight: Independent Creators Awards in Atlanta

2026 June 24

The Rorschach Test
By Lena Mattsson

BEST EXPERIMENTAL DIRECTOR 2026, BEST ACTRESS & BEST ORIGINAL IDEA.

The Aesthetics of Failure
By Lena Mattsson

BEST INTERNATIONAL VIDEOPOETRY 2026, BEST ARTHOUSE MOVIEMAKER & BEST EDITING.

Not Without Gloves
By Lena Mattsson

BEST EXPERIMENTAL CINEMATOGRAPHER 2026 & BEST ORIGINAL POETIC SHORT FILM.

A big thank you to the jury of the Atlanta International Film Events, Georgia, in partnership with WILD FILMMAKER, for awarding my film The Rorschach Test the following honours: BEST EXPERIMENTAL DIRECTOR 2026, BEST ACTRESS & BEST ORIGINAL IDEA.

I’m also deeply grateful that they awarded my film
The Aesthetics of Failure the prizes for BEST INTERNATIONAL VIDEOPOETRY 2026, BEST ARTHOUSE MOVIEMAKER & BEST EDITING.

Finally, I want to thank the jury for recognizing Not Without Gloves with the awards for BEST EXPERIMENTAL CINEMATOGRAPHER 2026 & BEST ORIGINAL POETIC SHORT FILM.

It is a great honour!

I am profoundly proud and thankful.

Special thanks to everyone for the incredible work you do to support independent filmmakers:
Michele Diomà
Valentina Lumi
Wild Filmmaker

I would also like to thank Conny Malmqvist for the outstanding music in Not Without Gloves and The Rorschach Test, and Ebba Melber for their talented performance in The Rorschach Test.

Warmest regards,
Lena Mattsson.

"Congratulations from Atlanta!

You have won the Under the Spotlight: Independent Creators Awards!

This victory qualifies you for the ROUTE 66 Film Critics Circle Awards, a long-established event that will return in 2026 with a special edition.

In the coming hours, you will receive an exclusive invitation.

RESULTS:
https://wildfilmmaker.net/winners-under-the-spotlight-independent-creators-awards-in-atlanta/

Thank you.
Kind regards,
Atlanta International Film Events, Georgia
In partnership with WILD FILMMAKER."

(EXCLUSIVE) Interview with Lena Mattsson 2026 June 22

"Dear Lena,

We have just published your interview dedicated to the winners of the Tribeca Film Critics Circle Awards 2026.

Once again, congratulations on this extraordinary achievement.

Here is the interview:
https://wildfilmmaker.com/exclusive-interview-with-lena-mattsson/

Thank you.
Kind regards,
The Editorial Team of WILD FILMMAKER Magazine."

Dear Michele Diomà and the Editorial Team of WILD FILMMAKER Magazine,

Thank you very much for your kind email and for publishing the interview. I am delighted to see it featured.I would like to express my sincere gratitude to you, Michele Diomà, and to the entire Editorial Team for your excellent work. My warmest thanks also go to Conny Malmqvist and Ebba Melber for their valuable contributions.

Kind regards,
Lena Mattsson

WINNER TriBeCa Film Critics Circle Awards 2026

WINNER TriBeCa Film Critics Circle Awards 2026
2026 June 19

The Rorschach Test
By Lena Mattsson

BEST ARTHOUSE FILMMAKER, BEST EUROPEAN PROJECT 2026 & BEST ART FILM.

Not Without Gloves
By Lena Mattsson

BEST EXPERIMENTAL DIRECTOR & INTERNATIONAL CINEMATOGRAPHY (Category: EXPERIMENTAL).

The Aesthetics of Failure
By Lena Mattsson

BEST ORIGINAL CINEMATIC IDEA, BEST POETRY SHORT FILM & BEST DIRECTOR (Category: Inspirational Film).

A big thank you to the jury of the TriBeCa Film Critics Circle Awards Manhattan, NYC, an event supported by WILD FILMMAKER, for awarding my film The Rorschach Test the following honours: BEST ARTHOUSE FILMMAKER, BEST EUROPEAN PROJECT 2026 & BEST ART FILM.

I’m also deeply grateful that they awarded my film
Not Without Gloves the prizes for BEST EXPERIMENTAL DIRECTOR & INTERNATIONAL CINEMATOGRAPHY (Category: EXPERIMENTAL).

Finally, I want to thank the jury for recognizing The Aesthetics of Failure with the awards for BEST ORIGINAL CINEMATIC IDEA, BEST POETRY SHORT FILM & BEST DIRECTOR (Category: Inspirational Film).

It is a great honour!

I am profoundly proud and thankful.

Special thanks to everyone for the incredible work you do to support independent filmmakers:
Michele Diomà
Valentina Lumi
Wild Filmmaker

I would also like to thank Conny Malmqvist for the outstanding music in Not Without Gloves and The Rorschach Test, and Ebba Melber for their talented performance in The Rorschach Test.

Warmest regards,
Lena Mattsson.

"Congratulations from NYC!

You have won the TriBeCa Film Critics Circle Awards 2026, the independent critics' event with the highest media visibility in NYC!

The INTERVIEW will be published with the "WINNER" label of the TriBeCa Film Critics Circle Awards and shared with leading media outlets and selectors associated with our platform!

You can find the results at the following link:
https://wildfilmmaker.net/winners-tribeca-film-critics-circle-awards-2026/

Thank you.
Kind regards,
The Editorial Team of the TriBeCa Film Critics Circle Awards
Manhattan, NYC
An event supported by WILD FILMMAKER."

WINNER Independent Critics’ Week Awards, Copenhagen, Denmark

WINNER Independent Critics’ Week Awards, Copenhagen, Denmark
2026 June 17

Not Without Gloves
By Lena Mattsson

BEST ART FILM & BEST INSPIRATIONAL CINEMATOGRAPHY.

The Aesthetics of Failure
By Lena Mattsson

BEST VIDEO POETRY, BEST VISIONARY EDITING & BEST ORIGINAL INDIE FILMMAKER.

The Rorschach Test
By Lena Mattsson

BEST ARTHOUSE SHORT FILM, BEST SCREENPLAY SHORT & BEST EUROPEAN INDIE PRODUCER.

A big thank you to the jury of Independent Critics’Week Awards, Copenhagen, Denmark, an event supported by WILD FILMMAKER, for awarding my film Not Without Gloves the following honours: BEST ART FILM & BEST INSPIRATIONAL CINEMATOGRAPHY.

I’m also deeply grateful that they awarded my film
The Aesthetics of Failure the prizes for BEST VIDEO POETRY, BEST VISIONARY EDITING & BEST ORIGINAL INDIE FILMMAKER.

Finally, I want to thank the jury for recognizing The Rorschach Test with the awards for BEST ARTHOUSE SHORT FILM, BEST SCREENPLAY SHORT & BEST EUROPEAN INDIE PRODUCER.

It is a great honour!

I am profoundly proud and thankful.

Special thanks to everyone for the incredible work you do to support independent filmmakers:
Michele Diomà
Valentina Lumi
Wild Filmmaker

I would also like to thank Conny Malmqvist for the outstanding music in Not Without Gloves and The Rorschach Test, and Ebba Melber for their talented performance in The Rorschach Test.

Warmest regards,
Lena Mattsson.

"Congratulations from Copenhagen,

You have won the Independent Critics’ Week Awards, the only event that qualifies you for the Little Golden Prince International Film Awards!

Fairy tales are expressions of wisdom and spiritual exploration; this is why we enthusiastically agreed to promote this partnership from Copenhagen to Lione!

From the city of the Little Mermaid, Copenhagen, to the city of the Little Prince, Lione.

You will soon receive an exclusive invitation!

Meanwhile, here are the results of the Independent Critics’ Week Awards 2026: https://wildfilmmaker.net/winners-independent-critics-week-awards-copenhagen-denmark/

With our warmest regards,
Independent Critics’Week Awards, Copenhagen, Denmark
The Editorial Team
WILD FILMMAKER."

ANNUAL REPORT WORLD CINEMA 2026

ANNUAL REPORT WORLD CINEMA 2026
2026 June 16

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to all those involved for the opportunity to participate in this visionary journey. A particularly warm thank you to editor-in-chief Michele Diomà, the entire Wild Filmmaker team, and all the filmmakers. It is a great honour.

Warmest regards,
Lena Mattsson.

Please click on the attached link and read the full article.

https://wildfilmmaker.net/annual-report-world-cinema-2026-2/

WINNER Cinema’s Black Sheep Awards 2026

WINNER Cinema’s Black Sheep Awards 2026
2026 June 15

Not Without Gloves
By Lena Mattsson

BEST EUROPEAN FILMMAKER 2026, BEST SUSPENSE & BEST INTERNATIONAL CINEMATOGRAPHY (Category: EXPERIMENTAL).

The Rorschach Test
By Lena Mattsson

BEST DIRECTOR (Category: ART FILM), BEST INSPIRATIONAL CINEMATOGRAPHER & BEST POETRY SHORT FILM.

The Aesthetics of Failure
By Lena Mattsson

BEST GLOBAL ARTHOUSE EXPERIMENTAL FILM, BEST INDIE CINEMATOGRAPHER & BEST EDITOR.

A big thank you to the jury of Cinema’s Black Sheep Awards, NYC, an event supported by WILD FILMMAKER, for awarding my film Not Without Gloves the following honours: BEST EUROPEAN FILMMAKER 2026, BEST SUSPENSE & BEST INTERNATIONAL CINEMATOGRAPHY (Category: EXPERIMENTAL).

I’m also deeply grateful that they awarded my film
The Rorschach Test the prizes for BEST DIRECTOR (Category: ART FILM), BEST INSPIRATIONAL CINEMATOGRAPHER & BEST POETRY SHORT FILM.

Finally, I want to thank the jury for recognizing The Aesthetics of Failure with the awards for BEST GLOBAL ARTHOUSE EXPERIMENTAL FILM, BEST INDIE CINEMATOGRAPHER & BEST EDITOR.

It is a great honour!

I am profoundly proud and thankful.

Special thanks to everyone for the incredible work you do to support independent filmmakers:
Michele Diomà
Valentina Lumi
Wild Filmmaker

I would also like to thank Conny Malmqvist for the outstanding music in Not Without Gloves and The Rorschach Test, and Ebba Melber for their talented performance in The Rorschach Test.

Warmest regards,
Lena Mattsson.

"Congratulations,

You have won the Cinema’s Black Sheep Awards 2026, the event that more than any other award celebrates the courage of artists who dare to be original!

Furthermore, your victory at the Cinema’s Black Sheep Awards 2026 makes you eligible for the highly anticipated TriBeCa Film Critics Circle Awards in New York, which will take place on Friday, June 19.

You will receive your invitation shortly!

RESULTS:https://wildfilmmaker.net/winners-cinemas-black-sheep-awards-2026/

Thank you.
Kindest regards,
Cinema’s Black Sheep Awards, NYC
An event supported by WILD FILMMAKER."

WINNER Discovering Talents Awards, Mont Saint-Michel, Normandy
2026 June 13

Not Without Gloves
By Lena Mattsson

BEST CINEMATOGRAPHER, BEST POETRY SHORT FILM 2026 & BEST ORIGINAL DIRECTOR.

The Rorschach Test
By Lena Mattsson

BEST STORYTELLING, BEST EXPERIMENTAL SHORT FILM 2026 & BEST ORIGINAL FILMMAKER.

The Aesthetics of Failure
By Lena Mattsson.

BEST EXPERIMENTAL EDITING & BEST INDIE DIRECTOR (Category: Experimental).

A big thank you to the jury of Discovering Talents Awards, Mont Saint-Michel, Normandy, an event supported by WILD FILMMAKER, for awarding my film Not Without Gloves the following honours: BEST CINEMATOGRAPHER, BEST POETRY SHORT FILM 2026 & BEST ORIGINAL DIRECTOR.

I’m also deeply grateful that they awarded my film
The Rorschach Test the prizes for BEST STORYTELLING, BEST EXPERIMENTAL SHORT FILM 2026 & BEST ORIGINAL FILMMAKER.

Finally, I want to thank the jury for recognizing The Aesthetics of Failure with the awards for BEST EXPERIMENTAL EDITING & BEST INDIE DIRECTOR (Category: Experimental).

It is a great honour!

I am profoundly proud and thankful.

Special thanks to everyone for the incredible work you do to support independent filmmakers:
Michele Diomà
Valentina Lumi
Wild Filmmaker

I would also like to thank Conny Malmqvist for the outstanding music in Not Without Gloves and The Rorschach Test, and Ebba Melber for their talented performance in The Rorschach Test.

Warmest regards,
Lena Mattsson.

"Congratulations from Normandy!

You have won the Discovering Talents Awards, Mont Saint-Michel, Normandy!

This victory allows you to qualify for the Best New Wave Film Network. Further information on how to participate will be provided in the coming hours.

At this link, you can find the results of the Discovering Talents
Awards, Mont Saint-Michel, Normandy:

https://wildfilmmaker.net/winners-discovering-talents-awards-mont-saint-michel-normandy/

Thank you.
Kindest regards,
The Jury of the Discovering Talents Awards, Mont Saint-Michel, Normandy, France
An event organized with the support of WILD FILMMAKER."

WINNER: June 2026 STYLE, EXPERIMENTAL FASHION Festival

I wish to humbly extend my sincere gratitude to the jury and all those involved in the STYLE, EXPERIMENTAL, FASHION Film Festival for selecting my three films — The Aesthetics of Failure, Not Without Gloves, and The Rorschach Test — as winners. It is a great honour, and I am deeply grateful.

The Aesthetics of Failure by Lena Mattsson – Winner, Best Poetry Film

Not Without Gloves by Lena Mattsson, music by Conny Malmqvist – Winner, Best Micro-Short Film

The Rorschach Test by Lena Mattsson, music by Conny C-A Malmqvist – Winner, Best Sound & Music

I would like to offer special thanks to actress Ebba Melber for her performance in The Rorschach Test, and to Conny Malmqvist for his outstanding musical contributions to both Not Without Gloves and The Rorschach Test.

I also extend my warmest thanks to Matthew and WILDsound Festival.

Warmest regards,
Lena Mattsson.

WINNERS: June 2026 STYLE, EXPERIMENTAL FASHION Festival:

https://experimentalfilmfestival.com/2026/06/09/winners-june-2026-style-experimental-fashion-festival/

I visited the Royal Swedish Academy of Fine Arts in Stockholm to conduct research in preparation for my exhibition. My warmest thanks to everyone involved for their generous support and assistance.

Warmest regards,
Lena Mattsson

WINNER INDIE GOLDEN CIAK 2026, VENICE

WINNER INDIE GOLDEN CIAK 2026, VENICE
2026 June 11

Not Without Gloves
By Lena Mattsson

BEST EXPERIMENTAL DIRECTOR & INTERNATIONAL CINEMATOGRAPHY (Category: EXPERIMENTAL).

The Aesthetics of Failure
By Lena Mattsson

BEST POETRY SHORT FILM, BEST SOUND & BEST DIRECTOR (Category: Inspirational Film).

The Rorschach Test
By Lena Mattsson

BEST ARTHOUSE PROJECT 2026 & BEST ART FILM.

A big thank you to the jury of Golden Ciak Awards, an event supported by WILD FILMMAKER, for awarding my film Not Without Gloves the following honours: BEST EXPERIMENTAL DIRECTOR & INTERNATIONAL CINEMATOGRAPHY (Category: EXPERIMENTAL).

I’m also deeply grateful that they awarded my film
The Aesthetics of Failure the prizes for BEST POETRY SHORT FILM, BEST SOUND & BEST DIRECTOR (Category: Inspirational Film).

Finally, I want to thank the jury for recognizing The Rorschach Test with the awards for BEST ARTHOUSE PROJECT 2026 & BEST ART FILM.

It is a great honour!

I am profoundly proud and thankful.

Special thanks to everyone for the incredible work you do to support independent filmmakers:
Michele Diomà
Valentina Lumi
Wild Filmmaker

I would also like to thank Conny Malmqvist for the outstanding music in Not Without Gloves and The Rorschach Test, and Ebba Melber for their talented performance in The Rorschach Test.

Warmest regards,
Lena Mattsson.

"Congratulation!

You have won the Golden Ciak Awards 2026, the first international critics’ event of the new film season!

Furthermore, this victory will make you eligible for inclusion in the
SCREENINGS GUIDE of the International Society of Film Critics Awards (ISFCA).

More details will be sent to you shortly!

Here are the results of the Golden Ciak Awards Venice:
https://wildfilmmaker.net/winners-indie-golden-ciak-2026-venice/

Thank you.
Kind regards,
Golden Ciak Awards
An event supported by WILD FILMMAKER."

WINNER ABAFTA Summer Fest 2026

WINNER ABAFTA Summer Fest 2026

The Aesthetics of Failure
By Lena Mattsson

BEST POETRY FILM 2026, BEST GLOBAL FILMMAKER & BEST EDITING.

Not Without Gloves
By Lena Mattsson

BEST ACTRESS, BEST ORIGINAL CINEMATOGRAPHER 2026 & BEST EXPERIMENTAL SHORT FILM.

The Rorschach Test
By Lena Mattsson

BEST INTERNATIONAL DIRECTOR 2026 (Category: Experimental Short) & BEST EDITING.

Congratulations from London,

You are among the winners of the ABAFTA Summer Fest, with the following@motivation written by the jury:
”For having confirmed the high aesthetic and sociological value of an artistic journey enriched by numerous recognitions within the circuit of the major international film events.”

The ABAFTA Summer Fest also serves as a qualifying event for participation in the main initiatives of the film season. A major announcement is coming soon for you!

Here are the results published today:
https://wildfilmmaker.net/winnesr-abafta-summer-fest-2026/

Thank you.
Kindest regards,
ABAFTA Summer Edition 2026
An event supported by WILD FILMMAKER.

Dear ABAFTA Summer Fest 2026 Team,

Thank you sincerely for these wonderful awards and for the jury’s generous motivation. I am deeply grateful and truly delighted to receive this recognition for The Aesthetics of Failure, Not Without Gloves, and The Rorschach Test.

My special thanks go to Michele Diomà , Valentina Lumi, Wild Filmmaker, Conny Malmqvist and Ebba Melber for their invaluable support and encouragement. I would also like to thank the Wild Filmmaker team for their dedication to independent and experimental cinema.

This recognition means a great deal to me, and I am honored to be part of the ABAFTA Summer Fest.

With gratitude and warm regards,

Lena Mattsson

CINEUROPA

”Dear Friend of the WILD FILMMAKER Community,

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Warmest regards,
Lena Mattsson

WINNER Grand Prix of Italy 2026

WINNER Grand Prix of Italy 2026
2026 June 2

The Aesthetics of Failure
By Lena Mattsson

BEST INTERNATIONAL CINEMATOGRAPHY 2026 (Category: Experimental), BEST ARTHOUSE DIRECTOR, BEST POETRY SHORT FILM & BEST ARTHOUSE PRODUCER.

Not Without Gloves
By Lena Mattsson

BEST EUROPEAN EXPERIMENTAL SHORT FILM, BEST SPIRITUAL
SHORT FILM 2026 & BEST VIDEO POETRY.

The Rorschach Test
By Lena Mattsson

BEST EXPERIMENTAL SHORT FILM 2026, BEST ARTHOUSE MOVIEMAKER & BEST ACTRESS.

A big thank you to the jury of The Grand Prix of Italy Association, an event supported by WILD FILMMAKER, for awarding my film The Aesthetics of Failure the following honours: BEST INTERNATIONAL CINEMATOGRAPHY 2026 (Category: Experimental), BEST ARTHOUSE DIRECTOR, BEST POETRY SHORT FILM & BEST ARTHOUSE PRODUCER.

I’m also deeply grateful that they awarded my film Not Without Gloves the prizes for BEST EUROPEAN EXPERIMENTAL SHORT FILM, BEST SPIRITUAL SHORT FILM 2026 & BEST VIDEO POETRY.

Finally, I want to thank the jury for recognizing The Rorschach Test with the awards for BEST EXPERIMENTAL SHORT FILM 2026, BEST ARTHOUSE MOVIEMAKER & BEST ACTRESS.

It is a great honour!

I am profoundly proud and thankful.

Special thanks to everyone for the incredible work you do to support independent filmmakers:
Michele Diomà
Valentina Lumi
Wild Filmmaker

I would also like to thank Conny Malmqvist for the outstanding music in Not Without Gloves and The Rorschach Test, and Ebba Melber for their talented performance in The Rorschach Test.

Warmest regards,
Lena Mattsson

Congratulations,

You have won the 2026 edition of the Grand Prix of Italy, the event that will grant you access to all the main special events we will host at the leading festivals across Europe.

Here are the results of the Grand Prix of Italy 2026:
https://wildfilmmaker.net/winners-grand-prix-of-italy-2026/

Thank you.
Kind regards,
The Grand Prix of Italy Association
An event supported by WILD FILMMAKER

WINNER – Amsterdam New Filmmakers Archive Awards 2026

2026 June 1

The Aesthetics of Failure
By Lena Mattsson

BEST INTERNATIONAL CINEMATOGRAPHY 2026 (Category: Experimental), BEST EUROPEAN DIRECTOR, BEST POETRY SHORT FILM & BEST ARTHOUSE PRODUCER.

Not Without Gloves
By Lena Mattsson

BEST SPIRITUAL PROJECT 2026 & BEST VIDEO POETRY.

The Rorschach Test
By Lena Mattsson

BEST EXPERIMENTAL SCREENPLAY 2026 & BEST POETRY SHORT FILM.

A big thank you to the jury of the Amsterdam New Filmmakers Archive Awards, Netherlands, in partnership with the Global Archive Of Independent Cinema and in collaboration with WILD FILMMAKER, for awarding my film The Aesthetics of Failure the following honours: BEST INTERNATIONAL CINEMATOGRAPHY 2026 (Category: Experimental), BEST EUROPEAN DIRECTOR, BEST POETRY SHORT FILM & BEST ARTHOUSE PRODUCER.

I’m also deeply grateful that they awarded my film Not Without Gloves the prize for BEST SPIRITUAL PROJECT 2026 & BEST VIDEO POETRY.

Finally, I want to thank the jury for recognizing The Rorschach Test with the awards for BEST EXPERIMENTAL SCREENPLAY 2026 & BEST POETRY SHORT FILM.

It is a great honor!

I am profoundly proud and thankful.

Special thanks to everyone for the incredible work you do to support independent filmmakers:
Michele Diomà
Valentina Lumi
Wild Filmmaker

I would also like to thank Conny Malmqvist for the outstanding music in Not Without Gloves and The Rorschach Test, and Ebba Melber for their talented performance in The Rorschach Test.

Warmest regards,
Lena Mattsson

Congratulations from Amsterdam!

We are very pleased to announce that you have won the Amsterdam New Filmmakers Archive Awards 2026!

The only award of the year that, starting today, allows you to become part of the Global Archive of Independent Cinema.

Here are the results:
https://wildfilmmaker.net/winners-amsterdam-new-filmmakers-archive-awards-2026/

Thank you
Best regards
Amsterdam New Filmmakers Archive Awards, Netherlands
In partnership with Global Archive Of Independent Cinema
In collaboration with WILD FILMMAKER