■ International Auto Film Festa 2026 – Overview
Official Website:
https://www.autofilmfesta.net
- Application Period
・Open: January 1, 2026
・Deadline: February 28, 2026
・Selection Results Announced: March 31, 2026
(by the International Auto Film Festa Executive Committee)
- Awards Ceremony
・Date: April 2026
・Event: International Auto Film Festa 2026 Award Party! (tentative title)
・Venue: AXIS Building, 5-17-1 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
・Program: Announcement and recognition of award-winning works / After-party
・Co-sponsors: International Auto Film Festa / LE GARAGE
・Cooperation: AXIS Bldg.
- Application Fee
・Free of charge
■ Eligibility & Regulations
- Eligible Works
・Films completed or first released on or after January 1, 2025
・Maximum running time: 15 minutes
- Participants
・Open to individuals, groups, and companies
・No restrictions on nationality or age
■ Rules & Terms Agreement
By submitting an entry, applicants must agree to all rules and terms of the International Auto Film Festa.
■ Submission Rules
・The theme of the submitted work must be “Automobiles.”
・The submitted work must have been completed or released on or after January 1, 2025.
・Applicants must own the copyright to all materials used (including music, images, and video), or have obtained permission from the respective rights holders.
・The festival does not restrict the use of generative AI as a tool for creative expression.
If generative AI was used in the production of a submitted work, filmmakers are encouraged to disclose its use on a voluntary basis.
・Copyright of the submitted work remains with the applicant.
However, the Executive Committee reserves the right to publish and use submitted works free of charge for festival-related promotion on websites and official accounts.
The Committee may also edit or modify the work for promotional purposes.
・Selected works will be announced online.
・All costs related to the production and submission of works are the sole responsibility of the applicant.
・The Committee assumes no responsibility for accidents, disputes, or legal claims arising during production or submission, including claims related to intellectual property rights.
・To submit a work, applicants must upload it to a video-sharing platform such as YouTube or Vimeo, and provide the URL in the entry form.
■ Video Upload Notes
・Any video-sharing service may be used, provided the work can be viewed during the judging period.
・Videos must be set to “Public” or “Unlisted.”
・If a password is required (e.g., Vimeo), it must be provided in the application form.
・Works that cannot be viewed due to access settings will not be considered.
・Nominated works will be published on the festival’s official platforms. Applicants will be contacted as necessary.
■ Submission Platforms
Entries may be submitted via:
・Official website
・Festhome
・FilmFreeway
Required information may vary depending on the platform.
Submission method does not affect the judging results.
■ Disqualification & Invalidations
The Committee reserves the right to disqualify any work that violates rules or laws.
If violations or fraudulent actions are discovered after selection or award, the Committee may revoke the award. Applicants bear full responsibility for any issues arising.
■ Disqualifying content includes, but is not limited to:
・Infringement of portrait rights, privacy rights, or related rights (including people, buildings, artworks, trademarks)
・Content that violates public order or morals (e.g. abusive or obscene expressions)
・Defamation of individuals, companies, or organizations
・Political advertising, religious solicitation, or similar purposes
・Any other matters deemed inappropriate by the Committee
■ Personal Information
Personal information of applicants and recommenders will be managed by the Executive Committee and used solely for purposes related to this festival.
