To celebrate the 120th anniversary of Nato Vachnadze, our foundation has launched the Eliso Awards, an annual event honoring Georgian filmmakers.

A special jury selects the winners in the following categories: Best Film, Best Acting, Best Directing, Best Editing, Best Original Music, and Best Cinematography.

We are committed to assisting filmmakers in navigating the challenges of making films in Georgia. The Eliso Awards are the only cinema awards in the country, and this initiative will provide much-needed financial and professional support to filmmakers.

We believe that empowering people will create a lasting impact on Georgia’s film industry.

‘My parents, Nikoloz Shengelaia and Nato Vachnadze, always deeply cared about the development of cinema, and they were renowned for supporting people around them. I couldn’t think of a better way to honor their legacy than by creating an award that empowers filmmakers today. I strongly believe that ‘Eliso’ is the most important film in our family.’ – Eldar Shengelaia