It also won two of the biggest accolades at the Melbourne Cineverse Film Festival earlier this month- taking out Best Australian Film and Best Actress, for Cassidy Krygger. It’s the fifth best actress award for the Geelong 29 year old, who suffers from Multiple Sclerosis, this awards season.
That’s a total of 10 film awards so far for the film directed by Alyssa Scott and produced by Daisy Productions, “Daisy” has captured the hearts of audiences worldwide with its poignant narrative and compelling performances.
Inspired by the true story of Krygger’s great-grandmother, “Daisy” transports viewers to 1930, where a young Catholic woman named Daisy finds herself at a crossroads after discovering she is pregnant out of wedlock with the child of her Protestant lover, Charlie (Krygger’s Great Grandfather). As societal pressures and familial expectations loom large, Daisy must navigate love, sacrifice, and self-discovery in the face of adversity.
“I have put lots of nods to my great grandmother in the film to honour her legacy.” Says Cassidy. “My production company logo for Daisy Productions is Daisy’s real signature from her 1930 marriage certificate. In the film, I wear her actual necklace that has been passed on for generations. It is the only thing of hers that still exists.”
Despite the film’s modest budget, director Alyssa Scott and the talented cast and crew brought Daisy’s story to life with authenticity and passion, capturing the essence of the era and the emotional depth of the characters.
“Daisy” has received widespread acclaim, earning the following accolades:
Best Biographical Short Film- Cannes World Film Festival
Best Australian Film– Melbourne Cineverse Film Festival
Best International Short Film – Golden Lion International Fil Festival
Best Narrative Short – Athens Art Film Festival
Best Historical Short– Blue Bird Indian Film Festival
Best Actress: Cassidy Krygger- Melbourne Cineverse Film Festival
Best Actress: Cassidy Krygger – Robinson Italian Film Awards
Best Actress: Cassidy Krygger- Paradise Film Festival (Italy)
Outstanding Performance: Cassidy Krygger – Athens Art Film Festival
Golden Actress: Cassidy Krygger- Golden Short Film Festival (Italy)
In addition to these honours, “Daisy” has been selected for the Marina Del Rey Festival in Los Angeles, with Cassidy and her executive producer travelling there in June. It’s also a finalist at the Toronto International Women’s Film Festival and Top Shorts in Los Angeles later this month.
“To have won five best actress awards and five best short film awards at so many prestigious film festivals, it does not even feel real.” Says Cassidy.
Cassidy has been open in the past about her Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis and is an advocate for those suffering with their diagnosis. “At first I thought I’d never work as an actress again. So to now come full circle and win so many best actress awards is pinch yourself stuff!”
“Daisy” will be screening with Geelong Waterfront Film on June 13 and 18th tickets are here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/daisy-geelong-screening-presented-by-geelong-waterfront-film-tickets-902087797887
About Daisy Productions
Daisy Productions, founded in 2021 by actor and writer Cassidy Krygger, is a film and podcast production company. Their mission is to tell stories spanning from the past to the present. Their first short film, ‘Enigma,’ is a period piece that has been featured in film festivals worldwide. Their second film, ‘Daisy,’ is currently making rounds in the film festival circuit.
About Cassidy Krygger
Cassidy is an Australian actress, filmmaker and founder of Hollywoodland Photos the viral old Hollywood instagram account, as well as co-host of Hollywoodland The Podcast. She also has Multiple Sclerosis and is an advocate for living a full life with her disability. Cassidy lives in Geelong, Victoria.
