What is Ara Korea Film Festival?
Ara Korea Film Festival, or AKFF, is an international in-person film festival held in Korea for independent, emerging, and experimental filmmakers worldwide.
01 · Festival
A screen for
new voices.
AKFF is an international, in-person film festival in Korea dedicated to discovering bold work and supporting emerging filmmakers worldwide.
Why AKFF exists
Beyond categories.
Toward cinema.
Ara Korea Film Festival presents works that engage contemporary culture, identity, and evolving forms of cinematic expression.
Rather than reducing films to format or genre, we look for originality, artistic integrity, and the clarity of a singular point of view.
Our vision
Recognition that
opens a next chapter.
AKFF recognizes promising voices early and builds meaningful visibility around their work. Our screenings connect filmmakers with audiences, working artists, and cultural conversations that continue beyond the festival.
Festival at a glance
- 01FormatOffline · In-person screening
- 02LocationKorea · Venue to be announced
- 03EntriesWorldwide · Ages 10+
- 04Official languageEnglish
- 05SubtitlesKorean subtitles required for non-Korean films
- 06SubmissionFilmFreeway only
Essential answers
AKFF, clearly explained.
Who can submit a film?
Filmmakers aged 10 and above may submit from any country. Individuals, groups, organizations, institutions, clubs, and small businesses are eligible.
What kinds of films does AKFF accept?
AKFF accepts every genre, length, and format. Feature, short, documentary, dance, experimental, and new-media works are considered together.
How are films submitted?
All entries are submitted exclusively through the official AKFF page on FilmFreeway. Submission information must be provided in English.
Is AKFF an online festival?
No. AKFF is an offline, in-person festival in Korea. The confirmed venue and screening schedule will be announced separately.
How many awards does AKFF present?
AKFF presents four awards in total: Best Film, Best Director, Best Performance, and the Jury Special Prize.