The purpose of the Foundation is to support and promote producing, distributing and broadcasting programmes dealing with religion, ethical issues and values from the perspective of basic values of the Evangelical-Lutheran Church of Finland.
Current issues
Following the promising nominations, the Oscar ceremony felt like a disappointment. For the first time, the Academy had nominated international films such as “Sentimental Value” from Norway and “Secret Agent” from Brazil in the Best Picture category. Yet in the end, it was American productions that walked away with all the awards.
Film director Selma Vilhunen has won the Church Media Foundation’s 2026 prize for her documentary film 'Gate to Paradise' (Portti Paratiisiin).
Dossier
The lists in this dossier summarize the church film awards of past years.
Events
16.02.2025
Haus der EKD, Charlottenstraße 53/54, 10117 Berlin