The eight films, despite their limitations, showed the two most important aspects of documentaries: an intimacy with their subjects and a unique filmmaking voice. Here’s hoping future editions will give the filmmakers even more freedom to fulfill their visions.

Operation Kino Grand Prix for Best Picture

Bravo My Old Days - Hwang Siyoung

In bringing to light and putting a face on an aspect of Korean society that should be talked about more, the first prize winner engages in an act of remembering and begins a conversation we should be having more of.

Operation Kino Excellence Award for Best Picture

No, I Do Not Regret Anything - Jang Hongkyu

In just 15 minutes, the second prize winner, managed to tell a story about an elusive character that is both complete and poignant