Anthony Mackie and Kate Beckinsale announce the nominees for the 2012 Independent Spirit Awards

The video discusses various filmmaker grant categories, including the Someone to Watch Award, Piaget Producers Award, and Truer Than Fiction Award. Each award recognizes emerging talent in filmmaking, offering a $25,000 unrestricted grant. Finalists for each award are highlighted, showcasing directors and producers who have demonstrated creativity and vision despite limited resources.

What is the main criterion for the 18th Annual Someone to Watch Award?

• A filmmaker with multiple awards

• A filmmaker with a unique vision

• A filmmaker with a popular film

• A filmmaker with a large budget

Which of the following is NOT a finalist for the 18th Annual Someone to Watch Award?

• Simon Arthur

• Mark Jackson

• Chad Burris

• Nicholas Ozeki

What is the purpose of the Piaget Producers Award?

• To honor producers with large budgets

• To recognize producers of blockbuster films

• To support emerging producers with limited resources

• To award producers of animated films

Who is a finalist for the Piaget Producers Award?

• Alma Harrell

• Simon Arthur

• Sophia Lin

• Heather Courtney

What type of directors does the Truer Than Fiction Award aim to recognize?

• Directors of animated films

• Directors of non-fiction features

• Directors of horror films

• Directors of romantic comedies