We are delighted to announce that “Nina,” a film by “Abdolreza Kahani” and produced by Ark Gate Films, has been nominated in the Best American Film category at the prestigious Septimius Awards.

The Septimius Awards is an esteemed international award ceremony held annually in Amsterdam, Netherlands. This event celebrates diversity in the entertainment industry by recognizing and honoring talent across various categories, including Feature Films, Documentaries, Shorts, Animations, Television Series, and Screenplays.

The film “Nina” from Canada has been nominated alongside works by directors such as Martin Scorsese’s “Killers of the Flower Moon” from the USA and other films from countries like Argentina, Ecuador, Mexico and Brazil .

The 2024 Septimius Awards will be held on August 19-20 at Theater Tuschinski in Amsterdam, known for attracting Emmy, BAFTA, and Oscar winners.

The ceremony spans two days and includes a series of panel discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities. On August 19, the schedule features a red carpet event, a workshop by Stedman Graham, and panel discussions. The main award ceremony on August 20 includes multiple sessions of red carpet events and the award presentations, where nominees and guests from around the world are honored for their contributions to the film industry.

The Septimius Awards uniquely splits its main categories—Best Actor, Best Actress, and Best Film—by continent, which promotes greater global representation of talent. The categories cover a broad spectrum, including Best Documentary, Best Music Video, Best Animation, Best Series, Best Director, and more. This approach highlights the event’s commitment to diversity and inclusion within the global film community.

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