Heineken has long supported the creativity and progressive thinking that independent film embodies. This prestigious award celebrates those filmmakers who have demonstrated the following ideals:

INNOVATION. We're looking for directors who deliver both style and technical innovations, someone who endows the genre of film with new dimensions and empowers its authority as one of today's most influential mediums.

ORIGINALITY. Each film will be judged in its creative dimensions, pushing the boundaries and providing a unique cinematic experience.

VISION. Does one's work transcend the ordinary? Does it achieve unparalleled expression and cinematic vision? That's the hallmark of any film to be considered for the Heineken Red Star Award.