Rita Blitt has won a prestigious Award of Recognition from The Best Shorts Film Competition in the Experimental category for her pandemic film The Sun Still Shines. The film explores the possibility of the sun reappearing each day, giving hope, despite the devastation of the global pandemic and environmental disasters.

The Best Shorts Competition 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 international film and television industry.

“Best Shorts is not an easy award to win. Entries are received from around the world from powerhouse companies to remarkable new talent. The Best Shorts Competition helps set the standard for craft and creativity. The judges were pleased with the exceptional high quality of entries,” shares Rick Prickett, chair of The Best Shorts Competition.