ASEAN Film Festival 2024

EVENT DESCRIPTION

The Hong Kong-ASEAN Foundation (HKAF) is delighted to announce the second edition of the ASEAN Film Festival (AFF), taking place from 5 to 28 September 2024. For the first time in Hong Kong, the Festival will feature films from all 10 ASEAN countries, offering free screening of over 20 films to foster cross-cultural understanding and celebrate ASEAN’s diverse cultures. Moreover, filmmakers, directors, and actors from around 10 featured films will participate in special sharing sessions, meeting with local youth and ASEAN students in Hong Kong to enhance their viewing experiences.

AFF 2024, a non-profit initiative themed ‘Collaboration and Co-Creation’, is a collaborative endeavour involving HKAF, the Consulates-General of ASEAN countries in Hong Kong, and more than 20 local and ASEAN partners. Its aim is to inspire and connect audiences through a celebration of film and storytelling.

Over 20 films to showcase the vibrant diversity of ASEAN

Many renowned directors and artists from ASEAN have garnered international acclaim for their creativity and unique storytelling approach. From heartwarming comedies and inspirational dramas to suspenseful sci-fi and thrilling action films, the region’s filmmakers have made significant contributions to the ASEAN and global film industries. Hong Kong, recognised as a hub for the Asian film industry and renowned for its rich history and unique cinematic offering, welcomes ASEAN films, the new perspectives they can bring to the community and the opportunities that can be explored for co-creation.

The over 20 films to be showcased at AFF 2024 will provide Hong Kong audiences with the opportunity to explore and delve into the diverse communities of the 10 ASEAN countries through a cinematic lens. Each film serves as a window into the cultures it represents, encouraging a greater appreciation and understanding of the traditions and values of the region.

Dive into a month of films and exclusive sharing sessions with the creators

With the support of the Consulates-General of ASEAN countries in Hong Kong and various partners, AFF 2024 will also feature around 10 special sharing sessions where production teams of the films will share their inspiration and the stories behind their creations. During these sessions, filmmakers, directors, and actors from countries like Brunei, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, The Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand will engage with stakeholders and students in Hong Kong. These engagements will be complemented by post-screening dialogues with the film crews and prominent Hong Kong film industry professionals such as the director of ‘Still Human’, Oliver Chan and the director of ‘Hong Kong Family’, Eric Tsang, enhancing cultural exchange throughout the Festival.

Hong Kong’s film enthusiasts will have the opportunity to enjoy a diverse lineup of movies, featuring notable selections including Laos’ ‘The Signal’, whose actress earned the Best Actress Nomination at the Asian New Talent Awards of the Shanghai International Film Festival, ‘The Missing’, the Philippines’ first animated film submitted for the Oscars® for Best International Feature, and ‘Malbatt: Misi Bakara,’ billed as Malaysia’s highest-budget film ever produced. Each film offers a distinct narrative, showcasing the vibrant diversity of ASEAN cinema.