Anthony Maras

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Anthony Maras stands out in the Australian film industry for his consistent ability to deliver emotionally resonant and technically proficient work. His two AACTA Awards for Best Short Fiction Film highlight his early mastery of the craft. The critical success of Hotel Mumbai and Pressure demonstrates his capacity to transition seamlessly from short films to large-scale international productions. His work is celebrated for its authenticity and commitment to telling difficult stories with respect and precision.

AwardsAnthony Maras has won two major awards from the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA), both for his short films. He received the AACTA Award for Best Short Fiction Film for Azadi in 2006 and again for The Palace in 2010. He has not yet won major international awards such as Oscars, Golden Globes, or BAFTAs for his feature work, though Hotel Mumbai received critical acclaim and several nominations in various categories.