Jury Comments: "We have chosen to honor a filmmaker whose storytelling profoundly affected us all. This director's work was not loud, did not call attention to itself, it displayed no excess. The filmmaking showed incredible focus, artistry, love and dedication. It told one simple story and told it well. This film has a beautiful soul, and to some extent it's about soul. It inspired us, and we wish to honor its filmmaker so that they may continue to inspire others."
