The 54th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival took place from June 28 to July 6, 2019, in Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic.
A total of 177 films were presented at the festival, including 34 world premieres, eight international and six European premieres.
Bulgarian-Greek co-produced film, The Father won the Crystal Globe.
This segment was presented as a tribute to Egyptian filmmaker Youssef Chahine.
[4] The following awards were presented at the 54th edition:[3][5] Grand Prix – Crystal Globe Special Jury Prize Best Director Best Actress Best Actor Special Jury Mention East of the West Grand Prix East of the West Special Jury Prize Grand Prix for Best Documentary Film Documentary Special Jury Prize Právo Audience Award Crystal Globe for Outstanding Artistic Contribution to World Cinema Festival President's Award for Contribution to Czech Cinematography Award of International Film Critics (FIPRESCI) The Ecumenical Jury Award Ecumenical Jury Commendation FEDEORA Award FEDEORA Jury Special Mention Europa Cinemas Label Award