The Infiniti Music and Film Awards honored extraordinary achievements in cinema and music this year, with visionary filmmaker Sean McNamara's Bau, Artist at War and breakout artist Ryn Kid emerging as the evening's standout winners.

Fresh from its nationwide release on September 26, 2025, Bau, Artist at War has already resonated deeply with audiences and critics alike, boasting an impressive 93% RT Popcorn Meter score and an A- CinemaScore. The sweeping WWII drama, produced by Brookwell/McNamara, Busy Bee Productions, and Iron Image Media, earned some of the night's most prestigious film accolades, including:

• • Best Film Production Company – Brookwell/McNamara, Busy Bee Productions, Iron Image Media
  • Best Film – War Drama Love Story – Bau, Artist at War
• Best Director in a Film – Sean McNamara, Bau, Artist at War

Starring Emile Hirsch (Into the Wild, MILK, Lone Survivor, Once Upon A Time In Hollywood) and Inbar Lavi (Lucifer, Imposters), the film delivers powerful performances in a story of resilience, courage, and the transformative power of art amid history's darkest chapter.

Music tied to the film was celebrated just as memorably. Rising artist Ryn Kid captivated audiences with her soul-stirring ballad,“However Long Forever Is”, sweeping three of the evening's most competitive music categories:

• Female Songwriter of the Year – Ryn Kid
• Pop Artist of the Year – Ryn Kid
• Single of the Year –“However Long Forever Is”

The track's visually moving companion video also garnered honors, with Sean McNamara, Marc Griffith, and Michelle Griffith receiving Music Video Producer of the Year for their cinematic work.

“To see both the film and the music celebrated at this level is truly humbling,” says McNamara.“Bau, Artist at War is a story of resilience, hope, and the healing force of art-and we are deeply grateful to witness its embrace by audiences worldwide.”

With its commanding performances, masterful direction, and evocative original music, Bau, Artist at War has secured its place as one of 2025's most acclaimed creative achievements-bridging cinema and music with unforgettable impact.

About Bau, Artist at War

Directed by Sean McNamara (Soul Surfer, Reagan), Bau, Artist at War tells the remarkable true story of Bau, a Holocaust survivor whose art became both a source of survival and a lasting legacy. Starring Emile Hirsch and Inbar Lavi, the film is produced by Brookwell/McNamara, Busy Bee Productions, and Iron Image Media. Bau, Artist at War is now playing in theaters across the United States and Canada.

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