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The Abbott Award for Condor Jam

THE ABBOT AWARD® is given to film makers who exemplify maverick film making, by creating stunning and poignant cinema. These films, often hilarious or tragically absurd, are made without the benefits of large budgets and technological wizardry. These film makers share the spirit and artistic energy of Venice's founding father Abbot Kinney. In honoring these film makers who adhere to their singular vision, we honor our Venetian benefactor, Abbot Kinney. 

All films that screen at the festival, with the exception of Spotlight Screenings, are in competition for an Abbot®. Short films as well as features qualify for Audience Choice and Most Excellent Abbot Awards®. The Local Maverick Spotlight Abbot Award® is given to a local established film maker who creates unforgettable celluloid and kick ass flicks.

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​Hungry
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• Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema 2017
  Winner, Indie Spirit Award
  Seven nominations:
  Best Featurette;
  Best Actress - Jillie Simon;
  Best Actor - Alex Emanuel;
  Best Ensemble Cast;
  Best Screenwriting - Jillie Simon;
  Best Musical Score - Thomas Simon;
  Best Cinematography - Alan Hostetter.
  
  
• Long Beach Indie International Film Media and Music Festival 2016
  Best Short Film nominee
  
  
• Action On Film International Film Festival 2016
  Golden State Best Performance in An Acting Role (Jillie Simon)
  
  
• International Film Festival For Peace, Inspiration & Equality 2016: Jakarta, Indonesia:
  Special Jury Award (Eric Roberts);
  International Award of Excellence (Hungry) Lead Actress - Jillie Simon;
  International Award of Outstanding Excellence - International Short Film,
  Music, Thomas Simon
  
  
• Philadelphia Independent Film Festival 2016, Pennsylvania, USA
  Best Film (Public Service Honoree)
  
  
• The Indie Gathering International Film Festival 2016, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
  Honorable Mention
  
  
• IndieFest Film Awards - Winner -
  Award of Merit: Actress - Leading (Jillie Simon as Allison Lenare)
  
  
• Burbank International Film Festival 2015, California, USA
  Best Short Film by Women nominee
  ​Best Actress nominee (Jillie Simon)
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• Other Venice Film Festival, California, USA 2015
  Best Short Film nominee

​​Lost

• Other Venice Film Festival 2016, Los Angeles, California
  Official Selection​

Legalize - music video

• The Akademia Music Awards 2015
  Best Alternative Rock Music Video - "Legalize"
  
  
• Canada Film Festival 2012
  Rising Star Award, 2012 for Musiciens Sans Frontiéres "Legalize" music video
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• Toronto Independent Film Festival 2011
  Best Music Video, 2011 Musiciens Sans Frontiéres "Legalize"
  
  
• Honolulu Film Awards 2011
  Aloha Accolade Award, 2011
  
  
• Action/Cut Short Film Festival 2011
  Semi-Finalist, 2011
  
  
• Los Angeles Movie Awards 2011
  Honorable Mention, 2011
  
  
• Los Angeles Global Film Festival 2010
  Best Music Video, 2010
  
  

Lucky Express

• Rated SR Socially Relevant Film Festival New York 2014
  First Runner Up Feature Film Competition, 2014
  
  
• ITN Film Festival, Los Angeles, 2012
  Best Director Of A Documentary, 2013
  
  
• Marina Del Rey Film Festival 2012
  Best International Documentary, 2012

Condor Jam

• Other Venice Film Festival 2013, Venice, California, Best Music Video , 2013 
  Thomas Simon, Condor Jam (https://vimeo.com/73539746)

Redemption of the Fish

• Film Festival Internazionale Milano 2013, Best Music/Song (Nomination), 2013 
  La Redempcio Dels Peixos (The Redemption Of The Fish)
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So Many Ways

• Nevada Film Festival 2012
  Golden Reel Award, 2012

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