THE DAY I BECAME A WOMAN celebrated its world premiere at the Venice International Film Festival and was subsequently screened at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), Chicago International Film Festival, Festival des Trois Continents in Nantes, and Busan International Film Festival. The film received numerous awards, including the CinemAvvenire Award for Best Debut Film in Venice, the Silver Hugo – Best First Film in Chicago, the Discovery Award – Runner Up in Toronto, and the New Currents Award in Busan. At the Festival des Trois Continents, it was also honored with the Special Jury Prize, a Special Mention from the Audience, and a Special Mention from the Young Audience. Other awards include the CICT-UNESCO Award and the FIPRESCI Award at the BFI London Film Festival and Vancouver International Film Festival.