IndieFest Award Winner
(San Diego, CA - 01FEB2024) –
JULIAN: a Jiu Jitsu Story, has won a prestigious Award of Excellence from the IndieFEST Film Awards. The award was given for Max Bloom’s exciting documentary, JULIAN, which tells the story of a double amputee Marine, struggling to come to terms with the loss of his legs from an IED in Afghanistan, discovers the healing power of jiu-jitsu as he fights to not only regain his physical strength but also overcome the mental trauma and reclaim his sense of identity and purpose. JULIAN features exceptional story, talent, rawness, visuals and sound.
“This is a very moving and inspiring story, told with skill and care. Five *****”
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, Max Bloom joins the ranks of other high-profile winners of this internationally respected award including 2021 Academy Award winner “If Anything Happens I Love You” by Laura Dern, Will McCormack and Michael Govier, Oscar-nominee Liam Neeson as the narrator of Love Thy Nature, A Path Appears Documentary featuring Oscar-winner George Clooney and Blake Lively, Radical Grace executive produced by Oscar-winner 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.”
For more information find Max Bloom @thescuttlebuttshow or visit www.thejulianfilm.com
