FAQs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nQ. Can I submit documentaries?
A. Yes, you can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q. Can I submit animation?
A. Yes, you can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q. I submitted my film to the previous edition. Can I submit it again?
A. As long as your film meets the requirements of the entry regulations, you can submit it again this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q. Can I change the submitted information?
A. No, you can’t. However, if the premiere status and\/or the screener link is changed, please inform us by e-mail (info[at]oaff.jp).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q. On the Entry Form, some items are not compulsory. Can I leave them blank?
A. Please fill in as many items as possible. The information on your entry form is very important for the selection process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q. What do \u201cWorld premiere\u201d mean?
A. If your film will not have been publicly shown ANYWHERE AT ALL before the screening at OAFF, your film will have its World Premiere at the festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q. What do \u201cInternational premiere\u201d mean?
A. If your film will not have been publicly shown ANYWHERE OUTSIDE THE COUNTRY\/REGION OF PRODUCTION before the screening at OAFF, your film will have its International Premiere at the festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q. What does \u201cpublicly shown\u201d mean?
A. \u201cPublicly shown\u201d 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q. Is English subtitles necessary for my film?
A. English subtitles is required, unless your film is English- or Japanese-speaking film.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q. Can I submit a screener for a film still in post-production?
A. Yes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
Looking forward to your submission!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Contact: info[at]oaff.jp
Please note that we won\u2019t answer any inquiries about the selection process.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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