"Death Marriage" (គូស្នេហ៏កំបុតក្បាល) Wins Best Special Effects at Legend Awards 2026
- PR @SASTRA
- Jul 13
- 2 min read
A landmark moment for Cambodian cinema as the psychological thriller takes home its first-ever industry award for visual effects excellence.
We are thrilled to announce that our feature film "Death Marriage" (គូស្នេហ៏កំបុតក្បាល) has been honored with the Best Special Effects award at the Legend Awards 2026 — marking the film's first major industry recognition and a proud milestone for the entire production team.
This achievement reflects months of dedication, technical innovation, and creative collaboration behind the scenes. From striking visual sequences to meticulously crafted effects, the film's production and CGI teams worked tirelessly to bring its haunting, atmospheric world to life on screen — pushing the boundaries of what's possible in Cambodian filmmaking today.
Winning Best Special Effects is more than a personal triumph for our team; it's a testament to the growing technical sophistication of Cambodia's film industry, and a signal that Khmer cinema is ready to compete on a regional, and eventually global, stage.
Key Credits
Producer & Executive Producer: Bun Channimol
Director: Bun Chanpich
Story & Screenplay: Ngoeuy Bunrath
Director of Photography: Suk Dara
CGI / Visual Effects: Song Bunnet and Team
We extend our deepest gratitude to every member of the cast and crew whose talent and hard work made this recognition possible, and to the Legend Awards 2026 committee for celebrating excellence in Cambodian filmmaking.
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International Recognition & Market Presence
Beyond its award win at home, Death Marriage has already made its mark on the international stage. The film has been featured at major global film markets, including Hong Kong FILMART 2026, the Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale), and the Cannes Film Market — significant milestones that reflect growing international interest in Cambodian genre cinema.
As a result of this exposure, Death Marriage has already secured distribution rights in several territories, with more deals currently in negotiation. This marks an important step forward for Khmer horror cinema on the world stage, opening doors for future Cambodian productions to reach international audiences.
