Alia Azamat Ashkenazi’s Director Debut Short “Esther’s Choice” is Hauntingly Beautiful
Esther’s Choice had its World premiere simultaneously at two festivals (Chelsea Film Festival in NYC and LA FEMME Film Festival in Hollywood) on October 15, 2020.
It was nominated for Petite Grand Prix at CFF, as well as for Best Director, Best Actor, and Best Actress. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, both festivals run virtually, and Esther’s Choice was viewed 293 times at CFF, making it No. 6 most-watched film among 130 films selected.
Esther’s Choice was also selected to screen at Big Apple Film Festival in November 2020 and was nominated for Best U.S. and International Narrative/Drama Film, as well as Best Female Director, Best First Time Filmmaker, and Best Cinematographer at Venice Shorts 2020.