Entries are closed — judging is under way.
The organizer expects to announce the results on December 4, 2026.
Melbourne AI Film Festival 2026
Melbourne AI Film Festival 2026 is a film festival organized by Melbourne AI Film Festival. Submissions closed on October 20, 2026. These details come from the organizer's official information, last checked on September 29, 2026.
Overview
Melbourne AI Film Festival showcases short films made with or through AI at Cinema Nova in Melbourne. The competition accepts international entries and does not require every element of a film to be AI-generated.
Who Can Enter?
Organized in Australia and open to participants worldwide.
Eligibility details: Open to international filmmakers; Australian and international competition categories are provided. Films must have been completed no earlier than May 2024.
- Participant types
- Creator, Student
- Languages
- Non-English films must include English subtitles.
- Entry fee
- Fees vary by category and student status; late-deadline fees shown on the official listing include USD 15–30. Varies by category; late-deadline fees include USD 15–30
Categories and Tracks
Listed under AI Video & Film, and also relevant to AI Animation & 3D. Competition format: Film Festival.
Prize and Benefits
The organizer lists: Best Australian AI Film and Best International AI Film festival awards.
Important Dates
- Submissions open
- October 23, 2025
- Submission deadline
- October 20, 2026
- Results announced
- December 4, 2026
- Event dates
- December 12, 2026 – December 12, 2026
The organizer lists a date without a timezone or exact closing time. Submit well before the deadline.
AI Tool and Model Rules
Submitted films must incorporate AI-generated content. AI does not need to create 100% of the film.
Review the official rules for the complete submission terms.
Submission Requirements
Submit via FilmFreeway. Films must be 1–12 minutes, include AI-generated content, and entrants must hold necessary rights and permissions.
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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