Hong Kong AI International Film Festival 2027
Hong Kong AI International Film Festival 2027 is a film festival organized by Hong Kong AI International Film Festival. It is open to participants worldwide, and the current submission deadline is March 1, 2027, 23:59 (HKT). These details come from the organizer's official information, last checked on September 29, 2026.
Overview
HKAIIFF is an AI-native film festival in Hong Kong. Its published 2027 framework applies a weighted 51%+ AI participation standard while retaining an explicit role for human authorship and creative responsibility.
Who Can Enter?
Organized in Hong Kong and open to participants worldwide.
Eligibility details: Welcomes qualifying AI-native works from around the world from individuals, teams, studios, educational institutions and organizations holding the rights.
- Participant types
- Creator, Team
- Entries
- Individual and team entries
- Entry fee
- USD 99 per submitted work according to the official 2027 entry guide. USD 99 per work
Categories and Tracks
Listed under AI Video & Film, and also relevant to Multimodal AIGC. Competition format: Film Festival.
Prize and Benefits
The organizer lists: Seven Unicorn Awards including the Golden Unicorn Grand Prix and awards for creative method, digital character, worldbuilding, narrative, audiovisual and experiential innovation.
Important Dates
- Submissions open
- October 1, 2026
- Submission deadline
- March 1, 2027, 23:59 (HKT)
Entries close at 23:59 in the organizer's stated timezone (HKT, Hong Kong time). Convert it to your own time before you plan the submission.
AI Tool and Model Rules
Entries must meet the festival's AI-native standard, with AI acting as a leading creative force while human authorship remains material.
Review the official rules for the complete submission terms.
Submission Requirements
Complete application details and payment, then provide the required film materials such as poster, trailer and full film, plus specialist evidence where applicable.
Source Verification
Verified via official source
We last verified this listing against the organizer's official page on September 29, 2026.
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