“Nonfiction,” directed by Justin Albertini, was honored with an Honorable Mention for the Best Sam Raimi Award at the Absurd Film Festival in Italy. This recognition highlights the film’s bold stylistic choices and kinetic energy, echoing the spirit of Raimi’s signature genre-bending approach. Known for celebrating films that push boundaries in both tone and technique, the Absurd Film Festival awarded “Nonfiction” for its creative vision and visceral storytelling that stood out among an international slate of contenders.

The Best Sam Raimi Award – Film Style is given to works that embrace a daring, often unorthodox cinematic voice, reminiscent of Raimi’s dynamic visual language and cult legacy. The top honor in this category went to Inascoltabile by Giovanni Salomi of Italy, a film praised for its raw inventiveness and frenetic pacing. Albertini’s Nonfiction earned its Honorable Mention by capturing similar qualities through its experimental narrative, offbeat humor, and intense, stylized direction, solidifying its place as a standout entry from the United States.