The Films of Conflict & Resolution program presents films that explore war and conflict around the world. The section awards a cash prize of $5,000. Past jurors include prominent industry executives, filmmakers and talent such as Blythe Danner, Spalding Gray, William Hurt, Sally Kellerman, Debra Winger, Terry George, Raoul Peck, Mercedes Ruehl, Ben Barenholtz, Michael Barker, and Bingham Ray.

Our mission is to utilize the power of cinema to increase understanding of the human realities of war and conflict. We encourage filmmakers who foster the process of peace and conflict resolution through their vision and their art. Since the inception of the C&R section in 1999, the world has changed and so has the general theme of our films. By presenting work made by filmmakers who strive to illuminate the world around them, we hope to shed light on new and underrepresented issues while encouraging discourse among viewers.

For a full listing of 2008 C&R Competition Films, please click here .

For a full listing of 2008 C&R Out of Competition Films, please click here .

Films of Conflict and Resolution is sponsored in part by The Brizzolara Family Foundation.