Marché du Film - Festival de Cannes, Variety on 17 May 2026

 

As the Cannes Film Festival approaches, Wild Filmmaker will be present on site. Thanks to the dedication and vision of editor-in-chief Michele Diomà and his international team, we will also be featured in the magazine Variety on 17 May 2026.

I would like to express my profound gratitude to everyone who has made it possible for me to take part in this exciting journey with my experimental films. I also wish to thank all my collaborators, as well as the outstanding artists and filmmakers who are part of Wild Filmmaker.

Stay tuned – more information will follow shortly.

With my deepest gratitude and warmest regards,
Lena Mattsson

WILD FILMMAKER
Cinema without borders!

Michele Diomà, Valentina Lumi, Wild Filmmaker, Ebba Melber, Conny Malmqvist, Lena Mattsson

#cannesfilmfestival #variety
Marché du Film - Festival de Cannes

KERBER Verlag: Lena Mattsson - The Window Open to the World

 Kerber Verlag The Publisher, Books, Edition

Lena Mattsson (*1966) is a prize-winning Swedish artist. Her practice includes photography, performance, film, and video. Her new monograph, The Window Open to the World, covers her entire oeuvre, while focusing on recent works such as the piece about the legendary Swedish publisher Bo Cavefors. Featuring essays by Lars Gustaf Andersson, John Peter Nilsson, and Charlotte Wiberg. 

Design: Andreas Nordström 

Only a few copies left 

A big thank you to Kerber Verlag and everyone involved.

 Best regards, Lena Mattsson

 Please click on the link below to find out more. You can buy the book here if you’d like. https://www.kerberverlag.com/en/buecher/lena-mattsson

WINNER Pacific Screenwriters Awards in San Francisco 2026

 

WINNER Pacific Screenwriters Awards in San Francisco 2026
2026 April 12

Not Without Gloves
By Lena Mattsson

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

The Aesthetics of Failure
By Lena Mattsson

BEST EUROPEAN ARTHOUSE SHORT FILM, BEST ORIGINAL PRODUCER & BEST POETRY SHORT FILM.

The Rorschach Test
By Lena Mattsson

BEST SOUND DESIGNER & BEST EXPERIMENTAL CINEMATOGRAPHY.

A big thank you to the Pacific Screenwriters Awards in San Francisco, California, a project supported by WILD FILMMAKER – for awarding my film ”Not Without Gloves” the honors of BEST EXPERIMENTAL DIRECTOR & INTERNATIONAL STORYTELLING (Category: EXPERIMENTAL), and my film ”The Aesthetics of Failure” the honors of BEST EUROPEAN ARTHOUSE SHORT FILM, BEST ORIGINAL PRODUCER & BEST POETRY SHORT FILM.

I’m deeply grateful to the jury for also recognizing ”The Rorschach Test” with awards for BEST SOUND DESIGNER & BEST EXPERIMENTAL CINEMATOGRAPHY.

It is a great honor!

I am profoundly proud and thankful.

My heartfelt thanks go to the jury and everyone involved.
Special thanks for the incredible work you do to support us as filmmakers:
Michele Diomà
Valentina Lumi
Wild Filmmaker
Conny Malmqvist for the outstanding music in Not Without Gloves and The Rorschach Test. Ebba Melber the talented actor who participated in The Rorschach Test.

Warmest regards,
Lena Mattsson.

"Congratulations from San Francisco,

You have won the 2026 Pacific Screenwriters Awards!

Here are the results of the International Jury:
https://wildfilmmaker.net/winners-pacific-screenwriters-awards-in-san-francisco-2026/

Thank you,
Kind regards and have a nice Sunday
Pacific Screenwriters Awards in San Francisco, California
IFIS
A project supported by WILD FILMMAKER"

WINNER WILD DREAMS Project 2026

 

WINNER WILD DREAMS Project 2026
2026 April 9

Not Without Gloves
By Lena Mattsson

BEST INDIE MOVIEMAKER, BEST EUROPEAN CINEMATOGRAPHER & BEST INDIE PRODUCER.

The Aesthetics of Failure
By Lena Mattsson

BEST POETRY FILM OF THE YEAR & BEST ARTHOUSE EDITING.

The Rorschach Test
By Lena Mattsson

BEST INTERNATIONAL ORIGINAL INDIE SHORT FILM 2026 & BEST VISIONARY FILMMAKER.

A big thank you to the WILD DREAMS project,
the Principality of Monaco, Frida FF, in collaboration with WILD FILMMAKER – for awarding my film ”Not Without Gloves” the honors of BEST INDIE MOVIEMAKER, BEST EUROPEAN CINEMATOGRAPHER & BEST INDIE PRODUCER, and my film ”The Aesthetics of Failure” the honors of
BEST POETRY FILM OF THE YEAR & BEST ARTHOUSE EDITING.

I’m deeply grateful to the jury for also recognizing ”The Rorschach Test” with awards for BEST INTERNATIONAL ORIGINAL INDIE SHORT FILM 2026 & BEST VISIONARY FILMMAKER.

It is a great honor!

I am profoundly proud and thankful.

My heartfelt thanks go to the jury and everyone involved.
Special thanks for the incredible work you do to support us as filmmakers:
Michele Diomà
Valentina Lumi
Wild Filmmaker
Conny Malmqvist for the outstanding music in Not Without Gloves and The Rorschach Test. Ebba Melber the talented actor who participated in The Rorschach Test.

Warmest regards,
Lena Mattsson.

"Congratulations from the Principality of Monaco!

You have won the WILD DREAMS Project!

One of the most exclusive opportunities of the year has just concluded, and it has also earned you qualification for the Discovering Talents Awards, more information will follow shortly.

Here is the list of Winners:https://wildfilmmaker.net/winners-wild-dreams-project-2026/

Thank you,
Kind regards,
A project by Activities for Cinema and Audiovisual, Principality of
Monaco
Frida FF
In partnership with WILD FILMMAKER"

WINNER MASTER Final Cut 2026

 

WINNER MASTER Final Cut 2026
2026 April 7

The Aesthetics of Failure
By Lena Mattsson

BEST EUROPEAN ARTIST OF THE YEAR & BEST INTERNATIONAL ORIGINAL FILMMAKER.

Not Without Gloves
By Lena Mattsson

BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY & BEST ART FILM 2026.

The Rorschach Test
By Lena Mattsson

BEST INSPIRATIONAL FILM 2026.

A huge thank you to the Master Final Cut,
IFCW (Indie Film Critics Worldwide) and
WILD FILMMAKER – for awarding my film ”The Aesthetics of Failure” the honors of BEST EUROPEAN ARTIST OF THE YEAR & BEST INTERNATIONAL ORIGINAL FILMMAKER, and my film ”Not Without Gloves” the honors of
BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY & BEST ART FILM 2026.

I’m deeply grateful to the jury for also recognizing ”The Rorschach Test” with award for BEST INSPIRATIONAL FILM 2026.
It is a great honor!

I am profoundly proud and thankful.

My heartfelt thanks go to the jury and everyone involved.

Special thanks for the incredible work you do to support us as filmmakers:
Michele Diomà
Valentina Lumi
Wild Filmmaker
Conny Malmqvist for the outstanding music in Not Without Gloves and The Rorschach Test. Ebba Melber the talented actor who participated in The Rorschach Test.

Warmest regards,
Lena Mattsson.

"Congratulations,

You have won the Master Final Cut 2026!

The international critics' award given to filmmakers and screenwriters with the most innovative style of the latest film season!

More great news coming soon, as with this victory you are already in the Pantheon of the most awarded authors of 2026!

Here is the list of winners of the Master Final Cut 2026:
https://wildfilmmaker.net/winners-master-final-cut-2026/

Thank you,
Kind regards,
Master Final Cut,
IFCW (Indie Film Critics Worldwide)
WILD FILMMAKER"

Euro Emmy 2026 in Brussels, Belgium.

 

I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to the Editor-in-Chief of Wild Filmmaker, Michele Diomà, the jury, and the entire Wild Filmmaker team for the three diplomas awarded at the Euro Emmy 2026 in Brussels, Belgium.

I would also like to express my particularly warm thanks to Conny Malmqvist who composed the music for my films Not Without Gloves and The Rorschach Test, and to Ebba Melber who performed as the actress in The Rorschach Test.

With warm regards and best wishes for a Happy Easter to you all,

Lena Mattsson.

"Good morning from the Euro Emmy editorial team!

We are attaching the Certificate for your victory!

The Euro Emmy is a very important achievement, as it will open the doors to all the major initiatives we are planning!

Congratulations from all of us, and Happy Easter!

Thank you.

Kind regards,

Euro Emmy Foundation

An event distributed by WILD FILMMAKER"

WINNER Euro EMMY 2026

 

WINNER Euro EMMY 2026
2026 April 4

The Aesthetics of Failure
By Lena Mattsson

BEST ORIGINAL CINEMATIC VISION, BEST ORIGINAL DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR & BEST SOUND (Category: Indie Experimental Film).

Not Without Gloves
By Lena Mattsson

BEST POETRY FILM 2026 & BEST INTERNATIONAL CINEMATOGRAPHY (Category: EXPERIMENTAL).

The Rorschach Test
By Lena Mattsson

BEST ORIGINAL STORYTELLING & BEST EUROPEAN ARTHOUSE FILMMAKER 2026.

A huge thank you to the Euro Emmy Foundation,
a project promoted in partnership with WILD FILMMAKER – for awarding my film ”The Aesthetics of Failure” the honors of BEST ORIGINAL CINEMATIC VISION, BEST ORIGINAL DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR & BEST SOUND (Category: Indie Experimental Film), and my film ”Not Without Gloves” the honors of
BEST POETRY FILM 2026 & BEST INTERNATIONAL CINEMATOGRAPHY (Category: EXPERIMENTAL).

I’m deeply grateful to the jury for also recognizing ”The Rorschach Test” with awards for BEST ORIGINAL STORYTELLING & BEST EUROPEAN ARTHOUSE FILMMAKER 2026.

It is a great honor!

I am profoundly proud and thankful.

My heartfelt thanks go to the jury and everyone involved.

Special thanks for the incredible work you do to support us as filmmakers:
Valentina Lumi
Wild Filmmaker
Conny Malmqvist for the outstanding music in Not Without Gloves and The Rorschach Test. Ebba Melber the talented actor who participated in The Rorschach Test.

Warmest regards,
and a Happy Easter to everyone!
Lena Mattsson.

"Congratulations!

You have won the Euro Emmy 2026!

One of the most prestigious awards in Europe, recognizing cinema from all over the world!

The 2026 Edition of the Euro Emmy was held in Brussels, Belgium!

RESULTS: https://wildfilmmaker.net/winners-euro-emmy-2026/

Thank you,
Kind regards,
Euro Emmy Foundation
A project promoted in partnership with WILD FILMMAKER, the largest network in the world for independent filmmakers"

WINNER BEST STORY 2026

 

WINNER BEST STORY 2026

2026 April 1

Not Without Gloves

By Lena Mattsson

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

The Rorschach Test

By Lena Mattsson

BEST INSPIRATIONAL MOVIEMAKER, BEST EUROPEAN CINEMATOGRAPHER & BEST POETRY SHORT FILM 2026.

The Aesthetics of Failure

By Lena Mattsson

BEST EUROPEAN ARTHOUSE EXPERIMENTAL FILM, BEST INDIE CINEMATOGRAPHER & BEST VISIONARY EDITING.

A huge thank you to the Hollywood Indie Association,

Stanley FF, an event supported by WILD FILMMAKER – for awarding my film "Not Without Gloves" the honors of BEST EXPERIMENTAL FILMMAKER 2026 & BEST INTERNATIONAL CINEMATOGRAPHY (Category: EXPERIMENTAL), and my film "The Rorschach Test" the honors of BEST INSPIRATIONAL MOVIEMAKER, BEST EUROPEAN CINEMATOGRAPHER & BEST POETRY SHORT FILM 2026.

I’m deeply grateful to the jury for also recognizing "The Aesthetics of Failure" with awards for BEST EUROPEAN ARTHOUSE EXPERIMENTAL FILM, BEST INDIE CINEMATOGRAPHER & BEST VISIONARY EDITING.

It is a great honor!

I am profoundly proud and thankful.

My heartfelt thanks go to the jury and everyone involved.

Special thanks for the incredible work you do to support us as filmmakers:

Michele Diomà

Valentina Lumi

Wild Filmmaker

Conny Malmqvist for the outstanding music in Not Without Gloves and The Rorschach Test. Ebba Melber the talented actor who participated in The Rorschach Test.

Warmest regards,

Lena Mattsson.

"Congratulations!

The Hollywood Indie Association has awarded you the Best Story 2026 prize!

This award places you among the top 10 most awarded authors of the year in your category and qualifies you for the Best Visionary 2026, one ofthe most prestigious awards dedicated to independent literature and cinema, presented by the international press.

The Best Visionary winners will be announced on May 2!

Here are the results of the Best Story 2026:

https://wildfilmmaker.net/winners-best-story-2026/

Thank you.

Kind regards,

Hollywood Indie Association

Stanley FF

An event supported by WILD FILMMAKER"

WINNER Caravaggio Film Honors 2026

 

WINNER Caravaggio Film Honors 2026
2026 March 30

The Aesthetics of Failure
By Lena Mattsson

BEST EUROPEAN ARTIST OF THE YEAR & BEST INTERNATIONAL ORIGINAL FILMMAKER.

Not Without Gloves
By Lena Mattsson

BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY & BEST ART FILM 2026.

The Rorschach Test
By Lena Mattsson

BEST INSPIRATIONAL FILM 2026.

A huge thank you to the Caravaggio Film Honors, Paris, France,
a project carried out with the support of Frida FF,
in partnership with WILD FILMMAKER – for awarding my film "The Aesthetics of Failure" the honors of BEST EUROPEAN ARTIST OF THE YEAR & BEST INTERNATIONAL ORIGINAL FILMMAKER, and my film "Not Without Gloves" the honors of
BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY & BEST ART FILM 2026.

I’m deeply grateful to the jury for also recognizing "The Rorschach Test" with awards for BEST INSPIRATIONAL FILM 2026.

It is a great honor!

I am profoundly proud and thankful.

My heartfelt thanks go to the jury and everyone involved.

Special thanks for the incredible work you do to support us as filmmakers:
Michele Diomà
Valentina Lumi
Wild Filmmaker
Conny Malmqvist for the outstanding music in Not Without Gloves and The Rorschach Test. Ebba Melber the talented actor who participated in The Rorschach Test.

Warmest regards,
Lena Mattsson.

"Congratulations!

You have won the Caravaggio Film Honors 2026!

The Caravaggio Film Honors is one of the leading events that brings together Cinema and Painting, and this edition saw the participation of artists from as many as 24 countries!

Here is the list of winners:
https://wildfilmmaker.net/winners-caravaggio-film-honors-2026/

Thank you,
Best regards,
Caravaggio Film Honors, Paris, France
A project carried out with the support of Frida FF
In partnership with WILD FILMMAKER"

WINNER Lake Como Film Meeting 2026

 

WINNER Lake Como Film Meeting 2026
2026 March 29

The Aesthetics of Failure
By Lena Mattsson

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

Not Without Gloves
By Lena Mattsson

BEST EUROPEAN CINEMATOGRAPHER 2026 & BEST ORIGINAL POETIC SHORT FILM.

The Rorschach Test
By Lena Mattsson

BEST EXPERIMENTAL DIRECTOR 2026 & BEST ORIGINAL IDEA.

A huge thank you to the Lake Como Film Meeting 2026, an event in collaboration with WILD FILMMAKER – for awarding my film "The Aesthetics of Failure" the honors of BEST INTERNATIONAL VIDEOPOETRY 2026, BEST ARTHOUSE MOVIEMAKER & BEST EDITING, and my film "Not Without Gloves" the honors of BEST EUROPEAN CINEMATOGRAPHER 2026 & BEST ORIGINAL POETIC SHORT FILM.

I’m deeply grateful to the jury for also recognizing "The Rorschach Test" with awards for BEST EXPERIMENTAL DIRECTOR 2026 & BEST ORIGINAL IDEA.

It is a great honor!

I am profoundly proud and thankful.

My heartfelt thanks go to the jury and everyone involved.

Special thanks for the incredible work you do to support us as filmmakers:
Michele Diomà
Valentina Lumi
Wild Filmmaker
Conny Malmqvist for the outstanding music in Not Without Gloves and The Rorschach Test. Ebba Melber the talented actor who participated in The Rorschach Test.

Warmest regards,
Lena Mattsson.

"Congratulations!

You have won the Lake Como Film Meeting 2026!

A key milestone to enter the largest international circuit dedicated to distributing indie works to a new global audience!

Here are the winners of the Lake Como Film Meeting 2026:
https://wildfilmmaker.net/winners-lake-como-film-meeting-2026/

Thank you,
Have a nice Sunday
Film Meeting Project Worldwide
Lake Como FM, Italy
In collaboration with WILD FILMMAKER"

Soon in Variety May 17 during the Cannes Film Market.

 

A big and heartfelt thank you to Wild Filmmakers’ editor-in-chief Michele Diomà and his wonderful international team! A very special thank you as well to Variety, and to all the amazing people I have the pleasure of collaborating with.

I’ll keep you updated—more information coming soon.

Warmest regards, Lena Mattsson

Michele Diomà, Valentina Lumi, Wild Filmmaker, Variety

WINNER Golden Caesar Film Awards 2026

 

WINNER Golden Caesar Film Awards 2026

The Aesthetics of Failure
By Lena Mattsson

BEST DIRECTOR, BEST PRODUCER & BEST EDITING (Category: International Experimental Film).

The Rorschach Test
By Lena Mattsson

BEST INSPIRATIONAL INDIE FILM & BEST EUROPEAN ARTHOUSE FILMMAKER.

Not Without Gloves
By Lena Mattsson

BEST INTERNATIONAL INDIE PROJECT OF THE YEAR.

A huge thank you to the Golden Caesar Film Awards, Rome,
an event organized with the support of WILD FILMMAKER – for awarding my film "The Aesthetics of Failure" the honors of BEST DIRECTOR, BEST PRODUCER & BEST EDITING (Category: International Experimental Film), and my film "The Rorschach Test" the honors of BEST INSPIRATIONAL INDIE FILM & BEST EUROPEAN ARTHOUSE FILMMAKER.

I’m deeply grateful to the jury for also recognizing "Not Without Gloves" with awards for BEST INTERNATIONAL INDIE PROJECT OF THE YEAR.

It is a great honor!

I am profoundly proud and thankful.

My heartfelt thanks go to the jury and everyone involved.

Special thanks for the incredible work you do to support us as filmmakers:
Michele Diomà
Valentina Lumi
Wild Filmmaker
Conny Malmqvist for the outstanding music in Not Without Gloves and The Rorschach Test. Ebba Melber the talented actor who participated in The Rorschach Test.

Warmest regards,
Lena Mattsson.

"Congratulations!

You have won the Golden Caesar Film Awards 2026!

This victory qualifies you for the Lifetime Achievement Awards, more great news will be coming your way soon

Here are the winners of the Golden Caesar Film Awards 2026:
https://wildfilmmaker.net/winners-golden-caesar-film-awards-2026/

Thank you.
Kind regards,
Golden Caesar Film Awards, Rome
An event organized with the support of WILD FILMMAKER"

THE BEAUTY IN A RESTLESS MIND by Lena Mattsson

 

Jag vill framföra mitt varmaste och ödmjukaste tack till Alexandre Dino, juryn och hela Nikon Film Festival-teamet.

Ett särskilt varmt tack går till Conny Malmqvist som har skapat den magiska musiken, och till Ebba Melber för hennes utmärkta skådespelarinsats i min film The Beauty in a Restless Mind.

Röstningen till publikpriset är fortfarande öppen några dagar till. Röstningen pågår fram till den 26 mars 2026 kl. 19:00 (då de utvalda filmerna tillkännages). Ni är varmt välkomna att rösta på min nya kortfilm Skönheten i ett rastlöst sinne – se länken nedan

Tack på förhand för ert stöd och er tid!

Varma hälsningar,

Lena Mattsson.

I would like to extend my warmest and most sincere thanks to Alexandre Dino, the jury, and the entire Nikon Film Festival team.

A special and heartfelt thank you goes to Conny Malmqvist for composing the magical music, and to Ebba Melber for her outstanding performance in my film The Beauty in a Restless Mind.

Voting for the Audience Award remains open for a few more days. The voting period continues until 26 March 2026 at 19:00 (when the selected films will be announced).

You are warmly welcome to vote for my new short film The Beauty in a Restless Mind – please follow the link below: https://www.festivalnikon.fr/en/video/2025/645

Thank you in advance for your support and your time.

Best regards,

Lena Mattsson.

THE BEAUTY IN A RESTLESS MIND

The Beauty in a Restless Mind by Lena Mattsson raises fundamental questions about the nature of beauty. Is beauty defined by external or internal factors? Can beauty reside in the experiences we carry along life's path, where light and dark experiences resonate in harmony? Can the darkness in our lives be transformed into something beautiful? Is inner content ultimately more significant than surface appearance?

WINNER – NEW STAR FILM AWARDS 2026, NY, LA, Rome, Paris, Berlin, Toronto, Tokyo

 

WINNER – NEW STAR FILM AWARDS 2026
2026 March 22

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 SPRITUAL PROJECT 2026 & BEST VIDEO POETRY.

The Rorschach Test
By Lena Mattsson

BEST EXPERIMENTAL SCREENPLAY 2026 & BEST POETRY SHORT FILM.

A huge thank you to the (ISIFC) International Society of Indie Film Critics, New Star Film Awards, NY, LA, Rome, Paris, Berlin, Toronto, Tokyo, an event supported by WILD FILMMAKER – for awarding my film "The Aesthetics of Failure" the honors of BEST INTERNATIONAL CINEMATOGRAPHY 2026 (Category: Experimental), BEST EUROPEAN DIRECTOR, BEST POETRY SHORT FILM & BEST ARTHOUSE PRODUCER, and my film "Not Without Gloves" the honors of BEST SPRITUAL PROJECT 2026 & BEST VIDEO POETRY.

I’m deeply grateful to the jury for also recognizing "The Rorschach Test" with awards for BEST EXPERIMENTAL SCREENPLAY 2026 & BEST POETRY SHORT FILM.

It is a great honor!

I am profoundly proud and thankful.

My heartfelt thanks go to the jury and everyone involved.

Special thanks for the incredible work you do to support us as filmmakers:
Michele Diomà
Valentina Lumi
Wild Filmmaker
Conny Malmqvist for the outstanding music in Not Without Gloves and The Rorschach Test. Ebba Melber the talented actor who participated in The Rorschach Test.

Warmest regards,
Lena Mattsson.

"Congratulations and happy Sunday!

You have won the New Star Film Awards 2026, the prestigious recognition awarded by the (ISIFC) International Society of Indie Film Critics!

Furthermore, this win qualifies you for the largest independent film event of 2026 in Japan—you will receive an invitation shortly!

Here are the results of the New Star Film Awards 2026:
https://wildfilmmaker.net/winners-new-star-film-awards-2026/

Thank you.
Kind regards,
(ISIFC) International Society of Indie Film Critics
New Star Film Awards, NY, LA, Rome, Paris, Berlin, Toronto, Tokyo
An event supported by WILD FILMMAKER"