Filmfest DC 2008 honored the following award-winners:

Capital Focus Award
The Capital Focus Award is a juried competition of selected films deserving of increased recognition. Films in competition were selected by the Festival's Programming Committee and the winner was determined by a jury of accomplished film professionals. This year's winner is "Paloma Delight" by Nadir Mokneche (Algeria, France). Additionally, a Special Jury Award goes to "La Zona" by Rodrigo Plá (Spain, Mexico).

Circle Audience Award
Founded by Ted and Jim Pedas, Washington's Circle Theatres set the standard for innovative quality film programming. Filmfest DC presented an award to the feature film voted the most popular by our audience. The top 5 films are:

1. "Katyn"
Directed by Andrzej Wajda (Poland)

2. "Late Bloomers"
Directed by Bettina Oberli (Switzerland)

3. "We Are Together"
Directed by Paul Taylor (United Kingdom)

4. "Empties"
Directed by Jan Sverak (Czech Republic, United Kingdom, Denmark)

5. "Beyond the Call"
Directed by Adrian Belic (USA)