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George Sikharulidze is an Associate Professor of Film Production at the University of Notre Dame, specializing in Design and Production with a focus on Narrative Filmmaking. He holds a B.S. in Media Communications from New York University and an M.F.A. in Film Directing from Columbia University.
Education:
- B.S. in Media Communications, New York University
- M.F.A. in Film Directing, Columbia University
His research emphasizes cinematic storytelling across short and feature formats, with works like Panopticon (2024)—developed at Cannes Cinéfondation and recognized with the Ecumenical Jury Prize at Karlovy Vary—and short films such as Fatherland (Sundance 2019) and A New Year (Toronto IFF 2018). His films explore themes of cultural identity, moral dilemmas, and human emotion through visually rich narratives.
Awards:
- Ecumenical Jury Prize, Karlovy Vary Film Festival (2024)
Previously taught screenwriting and directing at New York University and Columbia University. His creative works reflect a commitment to international collaborations and festival engagement, with projects developed through prestigious labs like Torino Script Lab and Cinéfondation Residence.
