ISCA INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS CREATIVE AWARD 2023

Winner's Comment

Thank you sincerely for choosing my work for the Grand Prize. I hope that this opportunity will bring more attention to the issue of psychology and the mind, addressed directly and earnestly. I am committed to continuing my efforts in creative work.

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I am grateful and pleased that my work received recognition. It was wonderful to hear the stories of so many diverse individuals over the course of the two days. Thank you very much.

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Thank you very much for the 1st Prize awarded by ISCA this time. "Yodaka" is a work that explores the relationship between me, myself, others, and the world. I am glad that I was able to connect with so many people through "Yodaka," and I will cherish the encounters I made at ISCA. I would also be happy if you could read "Yodaka no Hoshi" written by Kenji Miyazawa, although those of you in Japan may have already read it.

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Thank you for the Matsumoto Toshio Prize. I am elated as I have gained valuable insights from the culture during Matsumoto Toshio's active period, and have held deep admiration for it. I aspire to continue learning from the past while creating something that looks towards the future.

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I am very honored to have received the 2nd Prize from ISCA. I would like to thank ISCA for their recognition and devote myself to creating even better works in the future!

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The inspiration for this work stemmed from asking my mother about the most nerve-wracking moment in her life. As someone who easily gets nervous and struggles to articulate thoughts, it brings me great joy that viewers have sensed something beyond words in my work. I am sincerely honored that my piece, initially viewed by many people as a nominee, received further acknowledgment in the form of an award.

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I am sincerely grateful to have been nominated for an award for my work that employs an experimental approach. It made me feel that I would like to continue such experimental attempts in the future with great enthusiasm.

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I would like to express my gratitude for selecting my work for the 3rd Prize. In my piece '520,' I attempted a unique mode of expression. The feedback and comments from the many people who have viewed my work have instilled confidence in me, affirming my decision to value my own way of expression.

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"Mashita Masayasu Channel" is a live-action video work that explores the theme of an excessive desire for approval on social media and humorously portrays its abnormality. I depicted the sense of discomfort that I personally experience while using social media on a daily basis. This was the first time I shared my video with people outside of the university, and I am delighted to have this opportunity. I hope this video will bring you a small chuckle. "Arigatougozai-MASHITA! (Thank you so much!)"

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I am delighted that my work has been selected for the 3rd Prize from among so many others. I started this work with the idea of depicting what a girl named Nycteris saw and felt through her eyes when she ventured out of her small cave-like world for the very first time in her life.
Initially, we began as a small team, but ultimately, with the assistance of a great number of people, we successfully brought this scene to life.

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It was such an honor to receive the Grand Prize. Thank you so much ISCA.
With my team it was important to show the links between the living beings, links that sometimes we forget when we live away from nature. I’m happy to see that “On the 8th day” connects with you.

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I’m sincerely honored and excited to receive this award. It’s a recognition of my long-term efforts and I want to express my gratitude to ISCA for providing me with the opportunity to showcase my work and share my story with a wider audience. Thank you!

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Thank you so much ISCA for giving me the opportunity to attend this amazing event.
Thank you for inviting me to Japan and for giving visibility to my short movie.
It was created with 5 other incredible artists, all so grateful for this award.
Our project is a very french movie, based on french references and expresions.
Therefore, thank you ISCA for making such a national movie become so international !

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Thank you very much for the award. I am very happy and honoured to have received it.
Also thank you for inviting me to Japan. It's very exciting to be here. And thank you audience for coming with me to the island.

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Thank you so much ISCA for rewarding our movie. We wanted to make a movie about child abuse but through a tale, to talk about this tough subject through the eyes of a child. We are so glad that our project touched the ISCA festival and the jury members. So for this amazing experience in Japan and the reward, thank you so much from all the team of “Are you there, mr.Wolf?”

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I was honored to be the finalist of this ISCA2023 Overseas Screening and invited to Osaka, Japan. It was a very precious and unforgettable experience. I want to thank all the staff of ISCA2023, my team, my professors, and my university. It was a pleasure to meet you all.

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I am very honored to receive the wonderful award. I was delighted that so many people had the opportunity to see my work over the two days. This accomplishment was made possible by the support of everyone involved in the production process. Thank you very much.

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I felt that there is nothing more delightful than having something I personally find interesting be appreciated by many others. I hope to contribute to creating a world where richer expression is possible through toolmaking. Thank you for this honor.

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I had concerns that receiving a big award might lead to complacency. However, I am genuinely grateful for the experience of concluding those two days by feeling motivated to create a piece again, sparked by the exhibition, interactions with others, and feedback from the judges. Thank you.

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"When you look at this world through a work of art, you see it in a different way."That, I believe, is what makes the artwork intriguing. The world is complex, beautiful, and fascinating enough to make me feel that I need nothing else.
This time, I expressed the dynamism and cycle of life from the perspective of marine organisms.
From such a perspective far removed from people, what are people? What is life? It would be valuable to reconsider the answers for these questions.

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Although I created this work without a strong will, through the screening and exhibition, I felt that it was appreciated not only from the surface but also from the viewpoint of the essence of the work. I hope that my shaved head, which continues to drift on the Internet even after the exhibition, will continue to expand the framework of this work.

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I am honored to have been invited to stand on this stage. Getting acquainted with fellow talented creators of my generation was a truly stimulating experience. I am committed to giving my best effort so that I may have the opportunity to meet these wonderful friends again on similar occasions.

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I am deeply honored to receive such an award. The opportunity to exhibit my work and engage in conversations with various people was truly valuable, providing insights into areas where I can improve. I would like to continue to devote myself to my work in the future. Thank you very much.

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Thank you sincerely for choosing my work for the 3rd Prize. I intend to use my experiences and challenges at ISCA2023 as inspiration for my next project. I would also like to express my deep gratitude to everyone involved with ISCA2023 for providing me with this invaluable opportunity, and to all those who supported me in the production of my work. Thank you very much.

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I am deeply honored to receive an award and extend my heartfelt thanks. This achievement is not an individual accomplishment but the outcome of the collaboration and support of many. I will persist in my efforts and strive for even better results. My sincere gratitude goes to those who have supported me. Thank you very much.

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I am very honored to receive recognition for the 3rd Prize and grateful for the opportunity to exhibit my work to a wide audience. Interacting with fellow award winners on a similar artistic journey and engaging with industry seniors was a valuable experience. I plan to leverage this experience as a stepping stone for my ongoing creative endeavors.