Giovanna Caruso has won a prestigious Award of Recognition from The Accolade Global Film Competition. The award was given for Caruso’s exciting short film, “A Life Worth Living,” which goes through the emotional struggles of a terrible loss and the different ways people face grief. “A Life Worth Living” features exceptional storyline and overall quality.

“I am honored to have received this award in such an early stage of my career. Making this short film was one of the best and most terrifying experiences of my life. When I first moved on [sic] this country, I wasn’t able to speak English and I used movies as a tool to learn this wonderful language. Seven years later I write a script, I produce it alongside the amazing Rocco Michaluk and I win such a fabulous award.”

The Accolade 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. In winning an Accolade, Giovanna Caruso joins the ranks of other high-profile winners of this internationally respected award including the Oscar-winning production of “The Lady in Number Six” by Malcolm Clarke, the very talented Dave Bossert of Disney for his short documentary, “The Tunes Behind The Toons,” Hollywood industry veteran Ron Howard for “When You Find Me,” and Highwire Films Australia for their popular ABC TV series “twentysomething.” Rick Prickett, who chairs The Accolade Global Film Competition, had this to say about the latest winners, “The Accolade is not an easy award to win. Entries are received from around the world from powerhouse companies to remarkable new talent.

The Accolade helps set the standard for craft and creativity. The judges were pleased with the exceptional high quality of entries. The goal of The Accolade is to help winners achieve the recognition they deserve.”