The Korea Artificial Intelligence Cinema Festival (KACF) is the premier AI-driven cinema event in Korea, showcasing the present and future of creative works produced through generative AI—including films, music videos, commercials, and animation.
Here, AI is not viewed merely as a technological tool, but as a creative partner and collaborator that expands the artistic potential of human expression.

Works generated with AI contain traces of human emotion, experience, imagination, and philosophy.
Though built from machine-rendered images and algorithmic processes, these works reflect human questions, sensitivities, and the evolving direction of contemporary art.
KACF serves as a platform where these possibilities are brought to the screen—a beginning point for a new era in which humans and AI create art together.

The festival features a diverse range of categories, including AI Film, AI Music Video, AI Movie Director, Best Animation Short, Best AI Commercial Film, Best Trailer, Film Poster, and Screenwriter, encouraging bold experimentation and innovative storytelling from creators across Korea and around the world.
Every participating work embodies the intersection of imagination, rapid technological advancement, and creative exploration, showcasing new artistic possibilities.

KACF is also enriched by the expertise of distinguished judges from various creative and academic fields.
Among them are Director Jongmin Ahn, an interactive composer active across K-POP, advertising, musicals, and global IP projects;
Professor Jungwook Kim, a filmmaker known for works such as The Fat Family and The Noise Between Floors;
Dr. Jeongso Lee, a specialist in social and child welfare research and narrative interpretation;
Creator Namgyung Cho, a leading figure in AI generative art and the operator of Midjourney Korea;
and Director Eunkyoo Lee, recipient of the Houston International Film Festival’s Grand Prize and the Asian TV Awards’ Best Short Program, as well as chairman of the Drama Creative Alliance.
Their participation brings credibility, depth, and artistic insight to the festival’s judging process.

Looking ahead, KACF aims to expand its scale, international partnerships, and global reach each year—growing into a central hub for AI cinema not only in Korea but on the world stage.
As AI and art converge to create entirely new forms of storytelling, KACF will continue to evolve, offering audiences and creators alike the opportunity to witness the very first frames of a transformative cinematic future.

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JUNG-WOOK KIM, President of the Jury

BIOGRAPHY
Jung-Wook Kim is a veteran South Korean filmmaker and dedicated media educator who has spent over two decades bridging the gap between artistic cinema and public film education. He holds a B.A. in Film Directing from Kyungsung University and an M.A. in Film and Media from Dankook University's Graduate School of Culture and Arts.

His directorial work spans across various genres, from socially conscious documentaries to award-winning comedies and thrillers. His recent features, Cute Man (2021) and Exist Within(2022), have achieved significant international recognition, winning awards at major comedy and independent film festivals in North America and Europe.

As a passionate educator, Kim has served as an adjunct professor at Hallym Sungsim University and Baekseok Arts University. He currently serves as the Lead Mentor for the "Citizen Film School," where he conducts weekly humanities lectures, and leads the "Short Film Production Class" under the Jungbu RISE project. He is currently in pre-production for the feature film LIVE II, which examines the 1999 Inhyeon-dong fire tragedy, and is organizing the Paju International Citizen Film Festival.

FILMOGRAPHY
[Features & Documentaries]
2024: Ah! That Day, Sister (Documentary)
Adaptation, Directing, Editing, Narration
Broadcast: KBS "Open Channel"
Winner: Best Work, KBS Viewer Committee Awards

2022: Exist Within (Sait-sori) (Feature)
Starring Ryu Hwa-young, Park Jin-woo
Winner: Best Actress, NYTVFF (New York Venture Film Festival)

2021: Cute Man (Feature)
Screenplay by Lee Byeong-heon (Extreme Job)
Winner: Best Foreign Language Film, Canada International Comedy Film Festival
Winner: Best Foreign Language Film, Dublin International Comedy Film Festival
Winner: Best Production, NYTVFF (New York Venture Film Festival)

2016: Summer with Mica
Official Selection: Boston International Film Festival, Kansas International Film Festival

2014: Amazing Grace (Short Project on Chuncheon Modern Heritage)

2008: Obese Family (Biman Gajok)
Winner: Encouragement Prize, Korea Video Awards
Official Selection: Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia (Japan), Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival (BiFan)

2005: The Final Daughter Chung
Official Selection: Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival (BiFan)

2003: Sundays in August
Winner: Best Film, Fish Eye International Film Festival
Official Selection: Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival (BiFan), IndieForum

2002: I Have the Right to Destroy Myself (Line Producer)

2001: Departure of the Train (Special Screening: Chuncheon Youth Film Festival)

1998: I Went to See an Old Journey (16mm)
Official Selection: IndieForum, Busan International Short Film Festival
1996: Waiting (Ma-jung)
Winner: Best Film, Korea Creative Short Film Festival (BISFF)

1996: Night of the Boys (Debut Documentary)
Finalist: 2nd Seoul Documentary Video Festival

Awards & Prizes

Gold, Silver, Bronze, and the Jury Award will be presented to the selected winners.

Additionally, one Grand Prize (Best of Festival) will be awarded, which includes a cash prize of $1,000

AI Film
AI Music Video
AI Movie Director
Best Animation Short
Best AI Commercial Film
Best Trailer
Film Poster
Screenwriter

Rules & Terms

Korea Artificial Intelligence Cinema Festival (KACF)
Official Submission Rules & Terms

Before submitting your film, please read the following regulations carefully.
Submitting your work to the Korea Artificial Intelligence Cinema Festival (KACF) signifies full agreement to all terms and conditions outlined below.

1. Submission Requirements

KACF accepts entries exclusively through online screeners.
Physical media such as DVDs, USB drives, or hard copies will not be considered under any circumstances.

All films not presented in English must include English subtitles.
Submissions without English subtitles may be disqualified from the screening and evaluation process.

Filmmakers may submit multiple projects, and each project may be entered into more than one category.

2. Selection and Evaluation Process

All submitted films are reviewed through a fair and independent evaluation process.
Entries are assessed based on artistic quality, technical execution, creativity, and the use of artificial intelligence.

Films selected as Official Selection will be screened
as part of the official program of the Korea Artificial Intelligence Cinema Festival (KACF).

Festival screenings are conducted at
cinemas, theaters, screening halls, or similar venues
designated by the KACF Organizing Committee for official program operations
(hereinafter referred to as “Official Screening Venues”).

Festival screenings are organized solely for festival purposes and
do not constitute a commercial theatrical release or commercial distribution.

All official screenings and main programs take place in
Seoul, Republic of Korea.

All official communications regarding submissions, selections, and screenings
will be conducted via email only.

The KACF Organizing Committee reserves the right
to refuse selection or screening of any film that does not align with the festival’s vision or standards.

3. Submission Fees and Refund Policy

Submission fees are non-refundable, regardless of the outcome of the evaluation.

If a filmmaker withdraws a submission after payment,
the submission fee will not be refunded under any circumstances.

Incorrect category selection, missing materials, or failure to comply with submission requirements
are the sole responsibility of the filmmaker.

KACF assumes no financial responsibility for any costs incurred during production, submission, or material delivery.

4. Official Selection and Screening

If a film is selected as an Official Selection,
the filmmaker will be notified individually via email.

Official Selection results will also be announced
through KACF’s official social media channels.

Official Selection indicates that the film has been chosen as
an official screening work of the Korea Artificial Intelligence Cinema Festival (KACF).

The screening schedule, program section, number of screenings, and screening format
are determined at the sole discretion of the festival, in accordance with its operational policies.

Festival screenings are conducted at
Official Screening Venues designated by the KACF Organizing Committee
for official program operations.

In cases where a film’s running time makes a full screening impractical
within the festival program schedule,
the festival may, while respecting the nature and integrity of the work,
present the film through alternative screening formats,
such as a trailer, excerpt, or selected footage.

In such cases, the film shall remain
fully recognized as an Official Selection and an official screening work
of the Korea Artificial Intelligence Cinema Festival (KACF).

Films selected as Official Selection may use
the official KACF logo and laurels for promotional purposes.

5. Awards Structure

Each competition category will present a Gold Award.

Among all Gold Award recipients,
one film will be selected to receive the festival’s highest honor:

KACF Best Picture of the Year

The Best Picture of the Year represents
the official top film of KACF for that edition.

6. Communication Policy

To ensure fair operation and reduce unnecessary inquiries,
KACF limits communication by phone.

All inquiries, announcements, and official notices
will be handled exclusively via email.

7. Festival Schedule

The Korea Artificial Intelligence Cinema Festival (KACF)
is held once per year.

The official schedule and detailed program
will be announced through KACF’s official social media channels once confirmed.

8. Amendments to the Rules

KACF reserves the right to modify or update these Rules & Terms
without prior notice.

Any revised rules take effect immediately upon publication.

Filmmakers are responsible for reviewing
the most current version of the regulations.
35 Reviews
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  • Soegimitro BOOM

    A highly professional and thoughtfully curated festival that showcases the future of AI-driven cinema.

    Korea AI Cinema Festival stands out for its focus on innovation, quality, and forward-thinking storytelling. The process is smooth, communication is clear, and the overall experience feels well structured and internationally aligned.

    I appreciate the balance between artistic vision and technological advancement.

    Honored to have "WORTHY" selected as a Finalist.

    A strong platform for filmmakers pushing the boundaries of modern cinema.

    April 2026
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  • Tang Pusen

    A truly phenomenal experience with the Korea AI Cinema Festival (KACF)! My short film, "The Answer to a Question," had the honor of being screened and awarded. I have been working as an independent filmmaker for many years, but this being my very first recognition at an AI-focused film festival makes it an incredibly meaningful milestone.

    Unfortunately, unexpected passport issues prevented me from attending the Seoul Cinema Center screening in person. However, the organizing committee was absolutely outstanding. Their communication was top-notch—they promptly shared photos of my film being screened to the Korean audience and generously accommodated a special logistical request to ship my physical trophy and certificate to a friend's address in Korea. I just received the package in China, and the trophy is exceptionally beautiful and exquisitely crafted!

    The level of care, patience, and professionalism they showed to international filmmakers is highly commendable. Cinema has brought us together across borders, and there is absolutely nothing cooler than that. I strongly recommend KACF to all creators exploring AI and filmmaking. I eagerly look forward to submitting again for their 3rd edition!

    April 2026
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  • Mickaël FARINA

    Spot on, amazing comunication, helpful all the way, ticket, trophy, picture of the poster and screaning, this has been a treat, cant wait for the next festival, thank you Korea AI Cinema Festival

    March 2026
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  • Danny Ratcliff

    It was truly an honor to have been in Officially Selection here at the Korea AI Festival with my second film "Goodbye". As a first-time filmmaker it was honestly dispiriting to have gone through the festival process with my first film - there were really very few festivals I submitted to that were as invested in the AI community as the team at KACF. They were so validating and communicative, it was so humbling to be selected amongst such incredible films. The team were really encouraging. I'd absolutely recommend the festival to filmmakers of any genre - they seem to be really invested in helping the AI space grow, which not all festivals are demonstrating. I'm really looking forward to seeing the festival grow, and submitting again next year!! Thanks so much again, I'm truly honored to have been part of this year's event.

    March 2026
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  • 박스미디어 None

    It was a great honor to be able to watch the world-leading AI movies in person, famous directors from all over the world.
    From the welcoming ceremony to the networking after the awards ceremony, it was a satisfactory procedure, and I felt supported until the end by contacting me after the event.
    We would like to attend every year to raise the status of AI movies and lead the trend together.

    March 2026
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