Welcome to 2023
After the return and success of the Across Asia Youth Film Festival last year, it returns for 2023 in a bigger and bolder form!
Once again returning to its original venue at Tanglin Trust School in Singapore, AAYFF 2023 will take place on the 11th of May 2023 for the fifth edition of the Awards. The live event will bring back the original format and aim of the festival by showcasing the amazing young filmmakers we have in the region through many different categories and ages.
Who can participate?
The AAYFF is open to ALL YOUNG PEOPLE who are currently enrolled in primary/junior, high schools, senior schools throughout the region. Films can be submitted in any one of three age divisions:
10 - 12 AGE GROUP (Junior / Elementary)
13 - 15 AGE GROUP (Middle / High school)
16 - 18 AGE GROUP (Senior / High School)
Film Categories
Narrative – any film that is primarily a narrative
Genre Film – any film that primarily fits a specific genre convention (Horror, Comedy, etc)*
Animation – any form of animation
Documentary – any subject!
Experimental – any film that does not fit the mould of typical filmmaking.
Short short – any film 60 secs or under
*Please remember be mindful this is a family festival! Please refer to the AAYFF RULES for further clarification about content.
Film Duration
In order to be accepted in the AAYFF competition, your submitted film must adhere to the following durations (including credits).
10 - 12 AGE GROUP – No longer than 3 MINUTES
13 - 15 AGE GROUP – No longer than 5 MINUTES
16 - 18 AGE GROUP – No longer than 7 MINUTEs