The veteran cinematographer and director takes home Best Film and Best Dramatic Feature
Director and cinematographer Vic Sarin achieved a major milestone at the 20th anniversary edition of the Byron Bay International Film Festival, with his feature "The Lightkeeper" emerging as the festival's standout triumph.
Sarin's production captured top honours at the Australian festival, securing both Best Film and Best Dramatic Feature. For the filmmaker, the recognition represents a poignant chapter in a storied career behind the camera that initially began in Australia at the ABC before expanding onto the international stage.
The Byron Bay International Film Festival used its landmark 20th anniversary gathering to spotlight craft across numerous storytelling formats. Alongside Sarin's sweeping wins in the dramatic feature categories, the festival celebrated excellence across short filmmaking, animation, screenwriting, cinematography, and music videos.
By recognising Sarin's visionary dramatic work alongside emerging technical disciplines, the festival highlighted the enduring power of seasoned visual storytellers who began in practical camera work and continue to push dramatic storytelling forward.
Vic Sarin's dual honors underscore the lasting value of cinematography-driven directors who build long-term international careers from foundational camera work. It proves that technical mastery honed behind the lens remains a formidable foundation for award-winning dramatic feature storytelling.
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