Osaka Asian Film Festival 2024 Film Entry
Submissions closed on November 18, 2023.
Thank you for your submissions.
OAFF is now accepting submissions. Films produced in Asian countries/regions, and films related to Asia and/or Asian people are eligible. The selected films will be screened at the Osaka Asian Film Festival 2024, held from March 1 to 10, 2024.
If you are interested in submitting your film, please read the the Entry Regulations carefully to confirm if your film meets all the requirements and if you understand and agree to all terms and conditions.
Eligibility（summary）
[Competition] Japan premiere feature films
[Other sections] Osaka premiere feature or short films (Japan premiere films will be given priority in the selection.)
Entry Deadline
November 18, 2023 (Japan Time)
Entry Fee
Free
Awards
Grand Prix (cash prize of JPY500,000)
Most Promising Talent Award (cash prize of JPY200,000)
Audience Award
Sponsor Awards (TBD):
ABC TV Award
Yakushi Pearl Award
JAPAN CUTS AWARD for a Japanese film in the Indie Forum section
Hosen Short Film Award for a Japan Premiere short film (cash prize of JPY100,000)
FAQs
Q. Can I submit a documentary?
A. Yes.
Q. Can I submit an animated film?
A. Yes.
Q. Can I submit a film not produced in Asia?
A. Yes. Films related to Asia and/or Asian people, in the aspect of themes, story, creators and so on, are also eligible.
Q. What do “World premiere” and “International premiere” mean?
A. If your film will not have been publicly shown ANYWHERE AT ALL before the screening at Osaka Asian Film Festival 2024, your film will have its World Premiere at the festival.
Q. What do “International premiere” mean?
A. If your film will not have been publicly shown ANYWHERE OUTSIDE THE COUNTRY/REGION OF PRODUCTION before the screening at Osaka Asian Film Festival 2024, your film will have its International Premiere at the festival.
Q. What does “publicly shown” mean?
A. “Publicly shown” means that the film is shown in a situation where anyone can attend and view it, regardless of whether it is charged or free, and regardless of whether it is shown on screen or online. In addition to theatrical release, screenings at film festivals and one-time event screenings also fall under this category. Invitation-only private previews limited to interested parties do not fall under this category. If after submitting your film, another screening is scheduled, please contact us as soon as possible.
Q. Is English subtitles necessary for my film?
A. English subtitles is required, unless your film is English- or Japanese-speaking film.
Q. Can I submit a screener for a film still in post-production?
A. Yes.
Please contact us if you have any inquiries. We look forward to your submission!
Contact: info[at]oaff.jp
Please note that we will not answer any inquiries about the selection before the official announcement in late January/early February in 2024.