Highlighting the new voices of independent cinema, Paris IFF puts French and international filmmakers with a positive message under the spotlight. Built around its independent feature and short films competitions, the Festival offers a wide look on both International and French independent production, in particular independent films broadcasting a clear, positive message with international potential. Academy Award Nominee Jeff Arch (Sleepless in Seattle), AMAA Award-Winning Dakore Egbuson-Akande, Director Bobby Roth (Prison Break, Lost), Producer Jeff Riviera (Forever My Lady), Chesley Heymsfield (Louisiana IFF Executive Director), Carrie Bernans (Black Panther) are on the Jury to grant the Awards to the selected filmmakers.