Recognition & Honors
Awards & Accolades
Over 200 awards at 130 film festivals worldwide — a career defined by cinematic excellence and global storytelling.
Marlin Darrah's films have been recognized by festivals and institutions across six continents. From Paris to Istanbul, from documentary to feature film, the honors span every genre and format of his extraordinary career.
Award-Winning Films
A selection of the films and moments behind the recognition.
Award Ceremony
Festival Recognition
Screening
Premiere
Film Poster
Behind the Camera
On Location
Honor
Selected Honors
2014·Paris Film Festival
Best Documentary
Dalí's Greatest Secret
2016·Istanbul Film Festival
Best Film
Relic Kingdoms
2005·International Documentary Association
Best Documentary Nomination
Jesus in Egypt
2001·World Film Festival
Best Documentary
Lost Tribes of New Guinea
2010·Marco Polo Film Festival
Best Documentary
Marco Polo & The Great Silk Road
2018·International Cinematographers Guild
Lifetime Achievement Award
Career Honor
2014·Royal House of Portugal
Knight of the Royal House of Portugal
Career Honor
1970–Present·130 Film Festivals Worldwide
200+ Festival Awards
Career Total