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| RADIO DRAMA | The Swallows Flying South – Episode I: It’s Time to fly | China Media Group-China National Radio CMG-CNR China | A captivating children’s drama with a delightful atmosphere that draws listeners in. The story is thoughtfully structured, guiding the listeners through the hero’s journey of discovery. Overall, this radio drama is an informative and enjoyable experience, combining a well-crafted story with excellent production values and authentic, talented voice actors. |
| RADIO PODCAST | Boundary Breaking Music: Campursari | Radio Republik Indonesia RRI Indonesia | An excellently crafted podcast about the fascinating history of an Indonesian music genre rooted in local communities. What makes it stand out is the superb soundtrack that accompanies the storytelling, enhancing the overall listening experience. It keeps the audience engaged without overwhelming them, and the light-hearted conversational style makes it both entertaining and informative. A joy to listen to! |
| RADIO DOCUMENTARY | Dig – Saving The Franklin | Australian Broadcasting Corporation ABC Australia | This documentary tackles an extremely relevant topic with remarkable finesse. Its technical execution is nothing short of impressive, immersing the audience in an experience akin to a cinematic documentary. What makes it truly impactful is its universal theme, as the axis between environmental protection and development is something that resonates with everyone, making it a must-listen. |
| RADIO NEWS REPORTING | The Dream of Swimming and a 7300-Day Journey | The Voice of Vietnam VOV Vietnam | This news report is commendably well-structured, presenting a newsworthy story that resonates with a broad audience due to its relatability. The strength of the report lies in its compelling overall presentation. The reporting style and its relevance make it a standout piece of news. |
| COMMUNITY SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT (CSA) | 25cm of Hair Will Help Me Blend in With Flair | The Voice of Vietnam VOV Vietnam | A beautiful and uplifting CSA expertly produced and perfectly catering to its intended target audience. It stands out as an exemplary piece, encapsulating an inspiring narrative with skilful production that communicates the challenge and solution in a direct but very effective manner. |
| RADIO ON-AIR PERSONALITY | When There’s a Piano in the Heart | China Media Group-China National Radio CMG-CNR China | The personality of this reporter shines through the entire documentary; she has a captivating voice and exceptional skill in extracting a great story. She establishes a strong rapport with the subject of the story, allowing for a deeper and more engaging narrative. She seamlessly navigates through moments of humour and sadness, creating a well-rounded and emotionally resonant listening experience. |
| RADIO ABU PERSPECTIVE AWARD | HOME | China Media Group-China National Radio CMG-CNR China | This is a masterfully crafted work of art, delivering a profound message of harmony and co-existence. It captivates the listener’s attention through the use of immersive natural sounds, creating a sensory-rich experience. The theme of “Green and Sharing” shines throughout, encapsulated in the program’s central message of striving to live in harmony with nature. This audio production stands as a testament to the power of storytelling and the hope for a more harmonious relationship between humanity and the environment. |
| RADIO SPECIAL JURY PRIZE | Save The Bornean Primates | Radio Republik Indonesia RRI Indonesia | This program’s adept use of sound, coupled with a clear and effectively delivered message, left a profound impression on the Jury. The program harnessed the full range of available audio tools to create a compelling narrative on the critical subject of primate conservation. It is an excellent example of how audio can be harnessed in storytelling, to make a lasting impact. A worthy recipient of the Special Jury Prize for Radio! |
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| TV DRAMA | The Swarm | Zweites Deutsches Fernsehen ZDF Germany | The ZDF (German) drama “The Swarm” is a fiction production, based on real life situation on global issues: ecological crisis and the relationship between human and nature, mostly the sea. By concentrating the narrative, which spans worldwide locations, a group of scientist who come together through their shared sense that something bigger is happening. The cinematography and the story telling was beyond doubt and emerge as winner. |
| TV DOCUMENTARY | Discharged by Death | Japan Broadcasting Corporation NHK Japan | The NHK (Japan) documentary “Discharged by Death” takes viewers inside a psychiatric hospital and what beneath behind the close door. This program revealed the conditions faced by people with mental disorders, towards which Japanese society has long turned a blind eye. The documentary obtained exclusive video and sound recordings of a psychiatric hospital from an inside whistleblower, along with records of nearly 1500 patients. This documentary is further enhanced by interesting plot structure and suspense elements. |
| TV CHILDREN | Hello Baby Birds | Korean Broadcasting System KBS Republic of Korea | KBS’ “Hello Baby Bird” is a fun and educational show for kids to watch and learn. Kids can learn about how baby birds develop and interact with humans, and how humans take on the responsibility of caring for them and releasing them when the time is right. It’s a great way for kids to learn about the circle of life and how they can be more responsible for the environment. |
| TV ENTERTAINMENT | Journey of Chinese Art on the Scroll | China Media Group-China Central Television CMG-CCTV China | Journey of Chinese Art on the Scroll is an entertainment program on CMG-CTV (China) that uses scroll art artefacts from top museums in China to create an immersive viewing experience. It uses AI and VR to recreate the ancient scenes and the spirit of the cultural relics that still resonate in China today. It’s a perfect blend of traditional and modern elements. |
| TV NEWS REPORTING | Commentary Club | Media Service Support and Asset Management Fund MTVA Hungary | The news report “Commentary Club” by the Hungarian news agency “MTVA” shows what exceptional news reporting should look like. The production crew conveys the message that protecting cultural heritage is just as important as protecting the environment. By bringing climate activists and artists together, instead of resorting to vandalism, we can achieve both. Through the eyes of activists, artists and museums of Vienna and Budapest, we are able to do both. |
| TV SPORTS | Bradman and Tendulkar | Australian Broadcasting Corporation ABC Australia | Bradman vs. Tendulkar is a sports program on the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) (Australia). It explores the similarities and differences between the cricketing greats. The show follows the lives of two cricketers who share the same passion for the game. Sir Donald Bradman, the founder of cricket, and Tendulkar, the current skipper of the Indian National Cricket Team. They meet for the first time on Mr. Bradman’s 90th birthday, and were photographed together for the first time in their lives, a moment that would become newsworthy in Australia as well as India. |
| TV ABU PERSPECTIVE AWARD | The Green Hero | Televisi Republik Indonesia TVRI Indonesia | The ABU Perspectives Award was given to TVRI’s documentary “The Green Hero” for 2022 Theme: Green. It’s about a villager, Sadiman, from a village called Geneng in Central Java who has been working hard to save the forest in their area for more than 25 years. The goal of the program is to bring attention to global efforts to tackle climate change, while also showing the struggles and challenges faced by each individual and how complex the issue is as a whole. |
| TV SPECIAL JURY PRIZE | Nature’s Hidden Miracles: Episode 1 The Secret Life of Plants | Japan Broadcasting Corporation NHK Japan | The Special Jury Prize for TV is awarded to the NHK (Japan) entertainment “Nature’s Hidden Miracles: Episode 1 The Secret Life of Plants”. The program utilizes Artificial Intelligence and Virtual Reality technology to create an immersive viewing experience. |
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| DIGITAL CONTENT AWARD | Why We Love Dunhuang | China Media Group- China Radio International CMG-CRI China | It has outstanding quality, creativity based on valuable originality and is a well-made digital content production as they have touched on various ways of storytelling to reach a wide audience. The production team’s tenacity in unearthing captivating stories of cultural exchanges is truly commendable, while their extensive use of cutting-edge technology, such as 5G, XR, VR, and AR, adds an unparalleled dimension to viewers’ experience. |