“Space for Art” Officially Awarded BEST SHORT FILM at the 2024

 

TORONTO -- We are excited to announce that the “Space for Art” film has been selected among the BEST FILMS IN THE WORLD and awarded BEST SHORT FILM at the Toronto Documentary Film Festival. The Toronto festival was created for filmmakers and with the goal of showcasing the best of talent in documentary film from around the world.

“Space for Art” is an extraordinary documentary film on the power of hope, courage, and healing. Featuring astronaut and artist Nicole Stott, the film follows her on perhaps her most important mission of uniting a planetary community of children through the awe and wonder of space exploration and the healing power of art. Meet the Space for Art team who bring this mission to life, and some of the young children who are wise beyond their years.

With gratitude, astronaut Nicole Stott says “Our Space for Art team is so grateful for this beautiful film that shares the story of our space, art, and healing mission – and most importantly shines a light on the incredible strength and inspiration of the children and their families who create the artwork that comes together in such a meaningful way.”

“Space for Art” had its east coast premiere at the Atlanta Docufest winning the “Audience Choice Documentary Short” award. In addition to being an Official Selection at the Toronto Documentary Feature & Short Film Festival, the "Space for Art" film has continued to receive accolades as an Official Selection and Award Winner at the Independent Shorts Awards; an Official Selection at the IndieX Film Fest - Los Angeles; an Official Selection and Award Winner for “Exceptional Merit - Human Spirit” at the Documentaries Without Borders International Film Festival; an Official Selection, Toronto Art Film Spirit Awards; a finalist in the Canada Shorts: Canadian & International Short Film Festival; a finalist at the Raw Science Film Festival; a semi-finalist at the Miami Short Film Festival; and an Official Selection, Award Winner & Semi Finalist at the Indie Short Festival - Los Angeles International Short Film Festival; and Nomination for the 2024 San Diego Film Awards.