Jon Paul: Filmmaker of Dojo – A World Record Achievement
“Dojo,” the most internationally awarded live-action fictional short film in history, has earned 1,191 international film awards.
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Jon Paul is an award-winning filmmaker, martial artist, and actor whose groundbreaking short film Dojo has made cinematic history. With a verified 1,191 international awards, Dojo has officially set the world record for “Most Awards Won by a Live Action Fictional Short Film.” Known for integrating real martial arts action with powerful storytelling, Jon Paul created Dojo on a modest budget of $5,000, handling production, writing, and starring in the lead role. His achievement has garnered global acclaim and established him as a visionary voice in independent cinema.
Top 15 International Film Festival Award Highlights:
1. Urban Action Showcase International Action Film Festival – 2023
Category: Short Film Showdown – Best Martial Arts Film
2. Best Actor & Director Awards – 2024
Category: Best Actor in an Action Film
3. Fighting Spirit All Action and Martial Arts Film Festival – 2023
Category: Best Short Film Actor
4. Action Thriller Crime Adventure Film Festival – 2023
Category: Best Martial Arts Film
5. New York International Film Awards – 2024
Category: Best Action Film
6. Edinburgh Film Festival International – 2025
Category: Best Cinematography in a Short Film, Best Short Film
7. Red Movie Awards – 2024
Category: Best Action Film
8. Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival – 2024
Category: Best Film – Stunt Coordination, Best Short Film – International
9. LA Sun Film Festival – 2023
Category: Best Indie Short Film
10. Edinburgh Film Awards – 2024
Category: Best Action Film
11. Zepstone Film Awards – 2023
Category: Best Music Score
12. Eastern Europe Film Festival – 2023
Category: Best Short Film – Special Award
13. Vegas Short Movie Awards – 2023
Category: Best Indie Film
14. Stockholm City Film Festival – 2024
Category: Best Actor Short Film
15. Oniros Film Awards – 2024
Category: Best Action Film
For more about Dojo and Jon Paul’s work, visit:
jonpaul.net
dojothefilm.com
