RFVM Awards
One of the objectives of the Club is to encourage members to make films which they can enter into a number of competitions during the year. Their various categories are self explanatory such as the 1 minute, 4 minute and holiday film competition, but in order to recognise specific talents that could apply to any competition entry we have two special annual awards to reflect innovation and comedy. Both were originally given by two past talented members who we continue to remember and any film shown during the year may be nominated.
Currie Cup | Best Film (under 4 minutes)
2023/2024 season winners
- First | Karen Cripps for “Sparkle In Your Eyes”
- Second | Tom Sandford for “The typical dream of a home alone adolescent who watches too many movies”
- Third | Brian Hibbitt for “Life in the Slow Lane”
Gear Trophy | Best Documentary
2023/2024 season winners
- First | Karen Cripps for “Reading Gas Tower”
- Second | Brian Hibbitt for “How green are your roses”
- Third | Oli Seaman for “Musical Fountains”
Ward Trophy | Best Holiday Film
2023/2024 season winners
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- First | Kevin Baughan for “Our Khutzeymateen Adventure”
- Second | Andy Fernihough for “Memories of a visit by two dear friends”
The Bernard Bareham Fiction Trophy |
Best Fiction Film
2023/2024 season winners
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- First | Oli Seaman for “Justice Finds a Way”
- Second | Tom Sandford for “Who Let You In”
- Third | Mike Simpson for “Witching Hour”
Caversham Cup | Best 1-minute Film
2023/2024 season winners
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- First | Andy Jones for “Masterclass”
- Second | Robin Piggot for “Tasty Ice Cream”
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The Kennet Cup |Best Animation
2023/2024 season winners
- First – Robin Piggot for “Stick man animation”
Stan Olman Award | Technical Innovation
Over the years the technology of film-making has changed fundamentally and new opportunities constantly arise enabling creators to push the established boundaries and experiment with new ideas that aid their storytelling. This may well mean that the finished film does not necessarily win a competition award but still requires recognition.
2023/2024 season winner | Karen Cripps for “Reading Gas Tower”