Best Animation-The Ballad of Sheriff Kid McLain: In the rugged town of Ferro Grande, nestled deep within the Wild West, a legend is born in the form of Sheriff Kid McLain. This family-friendly short film takes you on a thrilling journey to a time when courage and justice were the only currency that mattered.

Best Feature-A Ranch Musical: Kristyn Harris stars in a charming and spirited love song dedicated to the heart of the American rural West and the people who keep its traditions alive. Ranch life is tough. It demands grit, resilience, and an unspoken rhythm between humans, animals, and the land.