San Diego, CA — (May 24, 2012) – The film development company, Way To Go Media, has won a prestigious Award of Merit from The Indie Fest. The award was given for Way To Go Media’s exciting, mystical family drama “Dreams Awake,” which is getting recognition for its stunning locations of the Mt. Shasta area where it was shot.

Writer/Director Jerry Alden Deal was thrilled that his directorial debut film has won yet another award, “It is very gratifying to see so many festivals recognizing what we were trying to achieve with this film. Thank you so much for this honor.”

The Indie Fest recognizes film professionals who demonstrate exceptional achievement is craft and creativity, and those who produce standout entertainment or contribute to profound social change. Entries are judged by highly qualified professionals in the film industry. Information about The Indie Fest and a list of recent winners can be found at www.theindiefest.com.

In winning an Indie, “Dreams Awake” joins the ranks of other high-profile winners of this internationally respected award. Thomas Baker, Ph.D., who chairs The Indie Fest, had this to say about the latest winners, “The Indie is not an easy award to win. Entries are received from around the world. The Indie helps to set the standard for craft and creativity. The judges were pleased with the exceptionally high quality of entries. The goal of The Indie Fest  is to help winners achieve the recognition they deserve.”

This is the fifth award from four film festivals that “Dreams Awake” has received. For more information about Way to Go Media, visit the company’s website at www.waytogomedia.com.  And for additional information about the film, go to the film’s website at www.dreamsawakemovie.com.