The Bonnie Award recognizes a talented, mid-career female director with a remarkable body of work that demonstrates innovation, uniqueness of vision and an economy of means. To be eligible, the filmmaker must have directed at least 2 narrative feature-length films, one of which must be current (i.e: released or making its festival run in the 2019 calendar year) but still be at a point in her career where such recognition would be meaningful and provide needed support. The award includes a $50,000 unrestricted grant funded by American Airlines.

The Bonnie Award recipient is invited to participate as an honored artist at Film Independent year-round events.

ELIGIBILITY

• Eligibility will be by nomination only. No unsolicited films will be considered. 
• Filmmaker must have "director" credit on at least 2 narrative feature length (at least 70 minutes long) films.
• Filmmaker should still be at a point in her career where such recognition would be meaningful and provide needed support.
• At least one submitted film must be current, i.e., released and/or making its festival run in the 2019 calendar year. The second film may be a previous work. 
• If submitting as a directing team, both directors must meet above criteria.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident with a Green Card. 

The Award Selection Committee is asking a select number of individuals in the independent film community to recommend eligible filmmakers for their review. The Committee will recommend the nominees and recipient of the 2020 Bonnie Award to Film Independent.

This information is extremely time sensitive. Nominations are due by Tuesday, September 17.

With questions, or for more information, please contact Jenn Wilson at jwilson@filmindependent.org or 323-556-9349.