Chicago, USA: The documentary titled “Benazir and Democracy” won the Certificate of Merit in the Category of Documentary on History & Biography at the Chicago Film Festival Hugo Television Awards. SAMAA TV, the leading Urdu news channel in Pakistan produced the documentary, which was aired on 27 December 2009, SAMAA TV won the award for its contribution in over viewing the future of democracy in Pakistan at the 2009 Hugo Television Award ceremony in Chicago, USA as well. The award was received by Farah Jamal-Uddin, producer of the documentary. Ms. Jamal-Uddin has been working with SAMAA TV for more than year now. Farah Jamal-Uddin is also the person behind producing the documentary, which won the hearts of all the judges.
Speaking at the occasion Ms. Farah shared that “I am extremely honored to be recognized for playing a part in influencing the ever-advancing field of television and making Pakistan proud of her greatest leader, Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto”. She further said that “the content and object of this documentary was to overview the future of democracy, after the assassination of Benazir Bhutto who strived for the institution of democracy her whole life and came to a tragic ending”.
The documentary was shown on Benazir Bhutto’s first death anniversary, 27th December 2009 on Samaa TV as part of its tribute to a strong personality in the Pakistan political scenario and who has shaped the future of the democratic agenda for Pakistan.
SAMAA TV’s Chief Executive Officer, Amir Jahangir expressed great enthusiasm on SAMAA receiving this international award and credit and applauded the entire team for creating world class documentary and following the rules of factual journalism. “Farah and her team members have done us all proud. This documentary is one of our contributions in bringing Pakistan on the international platform and positioning the Pakistani media on a competitive global footing. We will continue to create content for our viewers and support in building the image of Pakistan on the world map”.
The award show was a celebration of the 45th anniversary of the Hugo Television Awards. These awards are held on an annual basis to honor the important events, beloved personalities, and inspiring ideas that have shaped the unforgettable moments of television. Every year the most innovative members of the television industry submit their work to the Hugo Television Awards to be recognized as a leader in the field.
This year the 2009 Hugo Television Awards was launched with the theme of raising the standard of quality in all aspects of the medium. With new and exciting approaches continually influencing television programming and commercials alike, the Hugo Television Awards paid tribute to those who push the envelope and display mastery of their craft. This year, two companies were awarded with the Commitment to Excellence Award, for their outstanding contribution to the medium of television.
The Hugo Television Awards‘ mission is to recognize the enormous technical and creative energy behind television commercials and productions and to highlight their importance in communications. Each year, panels of distinguished media professionals judge the competitive categories. To insure fully qualified appraisals, judges are selected, who are familiar with the industry and intended audience of each entry. All aspects of the production’s technical execution are evaluated for professionalism, creativity, and effectiveness in achieving its goals. The production budget is carefully considered; a resourceful use of limited funds is highly valued by the judges.
SAMAA TV is one of Pakistan’s leading private satellite television channels, which takes pride in its fair, factual and independent news coverage through its on-the-hour bulletins, breaking stories, incisive political analysis and current affairs programs. The channel has also made a niche for itself through its programs on women and youth issues besides infotainment and sports. SAMAA TV, launched in December 2007 is the only Pakistani news channel, which is run as a corporate entity rather than as a family owned business. SAMAA TV has network of district correspondents and 5 bureaus across Pakistan along with international stringers in the Middle East, Europe and North America.
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