Best Art Direction - translation?

In summary, the conversation discusses the confusion between the terms "direction" and "director" in the context of the Best Art Direction award at The Game Awards 2018. The question is whether the award recognizes the artistic decisions made by the director or the overall artistic trends set by the game. The conversation also mentions the role of producers in making artistic decisions in the film industry.
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So it all starts with the fact that the game Return of the Obra Dinn (I love it, just in case you wonder) won Best Art Direction during The Game Awards 2018. We discussed it here with a friend of mine and turned out we understood the name of the category differently.

In Polish direction and director are two different words. Direction translates to "kierunek" as in a "property of a vector" (or in general direction of a motion, be it physical motion, artistic or economical trend and so on), director translates to "reżyser", as in "someone who leads the team of the filmmakers and controls the artistic side of the movie" (in Poland producer was more of a person involved in organization and logistics than in artistic decisions, these were reserved for the director).*

So, is the "Best Art Direction" a prize for the artistic trends set/used/created in the game, or for the work done by whoever was responsible for making the artistic decisions?

Perhaps it boils down to direction as a noun vs direction as a verb.

Screenshot just to show you how the the game looks like, it is kind of a criminal puzzle revolving around a fate of the crew of the brig Obra Dinn.

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*This is a bit simplified, but I am leaving nuances aside.
 

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Some, say movies, are visually stimulating, stunning in the settings and scenes, appropriate music, etc... that everything seems to all fall in place perfectly.
Best Art Direction would be the award given for the movie and director who put it all together better than anyone else did that year.
 
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As a devoted movie and movie quality series fan I'm struck by two trends in commercial films. The number of production companies and executive producers and the length of on screen credits. Do we need to know the name of the assistant to the animal wangler? The drivers for the food caterers?
 
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Best Art Direction would be the award given for the movie and director who put it all together better than anyone else did that year.[/QUOTE]

Presumably the award for best art direction should be won by the best art director?
The director will certainly be important for the"look", but art direction is a separate line from directing the movie itself.
Similar to how awards for cinematography would be won by the cinematographer (not the director)
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What is "Best Art Direction - translation"?

"Best Art Direction - translation" refers to the category in award ceremonies, such as the Oscars, that recognizes the art direction of a film or TV show that has been translated to another language. This includes the set design, costumes, props, and overall visual aesthetic of the translated version.

How is the winner of "Best Art Direction - translation" determined?

The winner of "Best Art Direction - translation" is typically determined by a group of judges or members of the award ceremony's academy who have the expertise and knowledge in art direction and translation. They review and evaluate the nominated translations and ultimately select the winner based on their artistic and technical merits.

What makes a translation stand out in terms of art direction?

A translation that stands out in terms of art direction is one that successfully transports the audience to the setting and time period of the original film or TV show. This requires careful attention to detail in recreating the visual elements and maintaining the overall aesthetic of the original version while also incorporating cultural and linguistic nuances of the translated language.

Can a translation win "Best Art Direction - translation" without being nominated for other categories?

Yes, a translation can win "Best Art Direction - translation" without being nominated for other categories. This is because art direction is a specific element of a film or TV show and can be recognized separately from other aspects such as acting or directing.

How important is art direction in a translated version of a film or TV show?

Art direction is crucial in a translated version of a film or TV show as it plays a significant role in creating an immersive and authentic experience for the audience. It sets the tone and atmosphere of the story and helps to convey the cultural context and visual language of the original version. Without strong art direction, a translation may fail to effectively convey the intended message and impact of the original version.

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