ASTORIA, N.Y., Dec. 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Johnny Pik, of PikTV Motion Piktures LLC, has won a prestigious Award of Merit from The Best Shorts Film Competition. The award was given for Johnny Pik's quirky comedy, Diwali Dream Garage. The short film depicts the bizarre adventures the character faces, in awakening what is deeply buried inside of him and confronting what is holding him back from realizing his dream. Diwali Dream Garage features exceptional performances by Baltsar Beckeld (Austin), Ankit Dogra (Reggie), Tommy Howard (Young Austin) and fantastic work by Emmy award winning Cinematographer Sergei Franklin.
"It is an absolute honor to receive this award and I would like to thank all the fine people at the Best Shorts Competition. Diwali Dream Garage originated as a full length screenplay, written by my sister, Chrysa Pikramenos and me. We then decided to film a short based on the beginnings of the script, which I directed, and Chrysa helped produce. As a director it was amazing to see the actors give life to the characters. I am proud to have been a part of this very talented group of actors and crew. We might have not had big Hollywood names, but I believe in the end we put together an entertaining comedy with the best independent film talent in NYC."
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 film and television industry. Information about Best Shorts and a list of recent winners can be found at www.BestShorts.net.
In winning a Best Shorts Award, PikTV joins the ranks of other high-profile winners of this internationally respected award including The Weinstein Company for Market Hours and Oscar winning production Mr. Hublot from Laurent Witz from Luxembourg. Rick Prickett, who chairs The Best Shorts Competition, had this to say about the latest winners, "Best Shorts is not an easy award to win. Entries are received from around the world from powerhouse companies to remarkable new talent. The goal of Best Shorts is to help winners achieve the recognition they deserve."
For more information, contact Johnny Pik at 908-380-0026 or [email protected], or visit PikTV's website at PikTV.tv.
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