(August 7, 2021) – Director Adam Orton, has won a prestigious Award of Excellence from the IndieFEST Film Awards for his work on the short science fiction film, The Aspirant. The Aspirant is about the pleasures and perils of romance in the future world of New California. With a script written by Michael A. Levine (who also scored the film), The Aspirant features memorable performances by Talia Goodman and Michael Cortez, and seamless integration of sophisticated VFX as directed by Orton.
“It is an absolute pleasure to have received the distinguished Award of Excellence from the IndieFEST Film Awards. I share this award with my great friend and colleague, writer and composer, Michael A. Levine, our wonderful cast, Talia Goodman and Michael Cortez, and our exceptional crew. It has been an amazing journey bringing this story to life and seeing the continuous remarkable reaction it is receiving.”
– Adam Orton, Director
The IndieFEST Film Awards recognizes film, television, videography and new media professionals who demonstrate exceptional achievement in craft and creativity, and those who produce standout entertainment or contribute to profound social change. Entries are judged by highly qualified professionals in the film and television industry. Information about the IndieFEST and a list of recent winners can be found at www.theindiefest.com.
In winning an IndieFEST Film Award, The Aspirant joins the ranks of other high-profile winners of this internationally respected award including Liam Neeson as the narrator of Love Thy Nature, A Path Appears Documentary featuring George Clooney and Blake Lively, Radical Grace executive produced by Susan Sarandon, a searing expose Davids and Goliath by Peabody winner Leon Lee, and Touched with Fire starring Katie Holmes. Rick Prickett, who chairs The IndieFEST Film Awards, had this to say about the latest winners, “The IndieFEST is not an easy award to win. Entries are received from around the world from powerhouse companies to remarkable new talent. The IndieFEST helps set the standard for craft and creativity. The judges were pleased with the exceptional high quality of entries. The goal of The IndieFEST Film Awards is to help winners achieve the recognition they deserve.”Director Adam Orton, has won a prestigious Award of Excellence from the IndieFEST Film Awards for his work on the short science fiction film, The Aspirant. The Aspirant, is about the complications of romance set in the future world of New California. With a script written by Michael A. Levine (who also scored the film), The Aspirant features memorable performances by Talia Goodman and Michael Cortez, and seemless integration of sophisticated VFX as directed by Orton.
To see the Winners list and learn more about the IndieFEST Film Awards visit https://theindiefest.com/