Amanda (award)
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The Amanda is an award given annually at the Norwegian International Film Festival in Haugesund, Norway, since 1985. The award is a sculpture by the Norwegian sculptor Kristian Kvakland, measuring 30 cm (12") and weighing 2.5 kg (5.5 lb). The name, and theme, of the sculpture comes from a legendary local woman from the 1920s. As of 2005, the award was given in the following categories:
- Best Directing
- Best Actor
- Best Actress
- Best Children's Film
- Best Original Screenplay
- Best Short Film
- Best Documentary
- Best Film (Norwegian)
- Best Film (International)
External link
- [Official site] (mostly in Norwegian)
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