Sarah Polley was the big winner at the 2007 Directors Guild of Canada Awards on Saturday. Not only was Polley herself named best director, but her film Away From Her won best picture.

Keeping it in the family, Polley’s husband, David Wharnsby, took home the award for best picture editing.

Other big winners include:

Documentary: “Sharkwater”

Comedy Television Series: “Corner Gas”

Family Television Series: “Instant Star”

Direction, Television Movie/Miniseries: “Above and Beyond.”

Production Design – Feature Film: “Fido.”








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