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= CAMEO Awards = The CAMEO Awards are awards for artistic and technical merit for the film industry. They are presented annually by the European Film Union, in recognition of excellence in cinematic achievements as assessed by a jury committee selected by the European Film Union. The CAMEO Award statuette depicts a bronze camera. Presented annually by the European Film Union, these awards symbolize a celebration of cinematic excellence across various categories. The CAMEO Awards serve as a platform to recognize and honor the remarkable contributions of filmmakers, actors, directors, and technicians to the European cinematic landscape.

Award Statuette
The CAMEO Award statuette is a distinctive symbol of cinematic achievement. Crafted in the form of a bronze camera, the statuette embodies the artistry and craftsmanship synonymous with the film industry. Designed in a modern art style with sculptural elements, the CAMEO Award statuette represents the fusion of innovation and tradition within European cinema.

Engraving
To prevent information identifying the CAMEO Award winners from leaking ahead of the ceremony, CAMEO Award statuettes presented at the ceremony have blank baseplates.

Categories
The CAMEO Awards honor excellence in various categories, including:


 * Best Short Film
 * Best Documentary
 * Best Drama
 * Best Director
 * Best First-Time Director
 * Best Music
 * Best Actor
 * Best Actress
 * Best Color-Grading
 * Best Cinematography

European Film Union - CAMEO Awards Gala
The highlight of the CAMEO Awards is the annual gala, where recipients are honored for their outstanding achievements. Each year, the gala is hosted in a new host country somewhere in Europe, showcasing the cultural diversity and cinematic heritage of the region. The gala ceremony brings together leading figures from the film industry, including filmmakers, actors, producers, and industry professionals, to celebrate the artistry and creativity of international cinema.

Approach to filmmaker recognition
The CAMEO Awards stand out as a pioneering film festival, breaking barriers and fostering a unique environment where professionals, students, and amateurs converge on the same stage. What sets the CAMEO Awards apart is its inclusive approach to nominations, making it the first film festival where both industry professionals and emerging talents are recognized for their contributions to cinema.

By bridging the gap between professionals and emerging talent, the CAMEO Awards create a vibrant ecosystem that nurtures creativity, innovation, and collaboration. It's a celebration of the diversity and richness of the cinematic landscape, where the lines between experience and aspiration blur, and where the future of filmmaking is shaped through meaningful connections and mutual inspiration.