Celebrating Southeast Asian cinema since 2009, Blue Chair — formerly known as the Luang Prabang Film Festival — brings regional filmmakers together each December for a program exclusive to recent film from across Southeast Asia (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor L'este, and Vietnam), alongside workshops, public discussions, and other special events.

All screenings and public discussions are free and open to the public.

We ONLY program films produced in the following countries: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor L'este, and Vietnam.

Submissions require a password and are normally by invitation only. If your film meets the above requirement and you would like to submit, please contact us at info@bluechair.film.

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  • A massive congratulations to Sean and the entire Blue Chair Film Festival team on a truly wonderful event! Thank you for selecting our film Oversteer, we were thrilled to be a part of your program and are so appreciative of the screening payment, which is a meaningful and valued support for filmmakers.

    We are also deeply grateful for the stunning 5-star resort stay, your hospitality was exceptional.

    From the vibrant opening night and red carpet to the brilliantly curated selection of Southeast Asian films, a perfect blend of art and commercial cinema, every moment was a delight. The networking events were fantastic, the outdoor screenings were magical, and the palpable support from the entire Luang Prabang community made it all so special.

    It was an unforgettable experience. We truly hope to have the chance to return!

    August 2025
  • Thank you Blue Chair for the experience!

    January 2025
  • A great festival. The organization really values films and filmmakers. A major festival in the Southeast Asia region.

    December 2024
  • The most important film festival in South East Asia. Truly connected to the region and full of love for cinema and the people making it. If you or your film have any connections to Asia you have to submit.

    December 2024
  • kean hian Lim

    I would like to express my gratitude to the Blue Chair Film Festival and the team. I can feel how much effort they put into the film festival. From the opening ceremony night, to the various films screened both indoors and outdoors, public discussions, and the closing ceremony, everything was well done by the team. One of my best experiences was watching the films outdoors at the primary school, together with audiences, including kids from Luang Prabang; their reactions and interactions with the films were so directly and cute. There is not a single cinema in Luang Prabang. I wish the Blue Chair Film Festival will continue on its journey to spread the love of films to the community.

    December 2024