Awards

A courageous and multi-layered performance about the process of growing up.

Jury: In a taut, stunning, see-through performance, Eva Samioti brings to life a character who is utterly, fragilely, gorgeously built. In Samioti's hands, Alkistis is a protagonist with a wound, yet possessing strength, innocence and imagination. She has powerful wants and needs, but doesn't have a lot of practice in the nuance of communication. Samioti shares Alkistis' feelings and actions with the newness, attitude and point of view of young adulthood. As an actor Samioti has a sensitive instrument and is a beautiful listener. All of her choices are fearless and fully realized. She stretches herself and makes smart decisions that infuse her performance, allowing us to live in the messy pool of loss, love and coming of age. We can't take our eyes off Samioti, and it costs us emotionally to watch her, in the best possible way. Her performance is understated, sharp, organic and emotional. Alkistis' journey is captivating and earned.