Colorful award trophy shaped like a clock with a vibrant yellow, red, and blue design. It features a film strip and star motifs in the background.
A promotional banner for the Cuesta California Awards featuring a skyline with tall buildings, a drawing of a woman's profile, and vibrant colors.

The Design of the Crisostomo Ibarra Awards, the Award Trophy

The Crisostomo Ibarra Awards were designed to embody the transformative heroism and enduring ideals of the iconic character from José Rizal’s Noli Me Tangere.

The 2023 Crisostomo Ibarra Award Winners

Reflecting the mission of the Las Vegas Filipino Short Film Festival, the name, identity, and trophy symbolize the journey of Crisostomo Ibarra as he transforms from an educated, idealistic ilustrado to the passionate, revolutionary Simon. This transformation highlights the attributes of the Filipino hero: a deep passion for education, unwavering love of country, and commitment to nationalism. The awards honor filmmakers who, like Ibarra, challenge the status quo and inspire change through their art.

The multi-awarded creative duo, Joel and Olivia Enriquez, of Luna Design International, undertook the Naming and Branding Identity Design System for the Ibarra Awards and the Las Vegas Filipino Short Film Festival. Their work reflects a deep commitment to promoting Filipino culture and heritage, using design as a powerful tool to elevate and amplify the Filipino identity and voice on the global stage.

A trophy with a black and silver design, featuring line art of a woman's face and the text 'Las Vegas Filipino Short Film Festival 2023, The Custodial Sara Awards'. 
The coveted Crisostomo Ibarra Award trophy