Entries to the Competitions
10.15(Wed)
Start Submissions
11.30(Sun)
Duedate
2.20(Fri)
-25(Wed)
Film Festival
How to Submit the Film
How to apply
The applicant must complete all fields in the FilmFreeway online application form, including information about the film and the director, before submitting.
If you have any questions regarding your application, please contact us at the email address below.
Niigata International Animation Film Festival Secretariat
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Is a premiere screening in Japan mandatory for submitted works?
A: No, it is not mandatory. You are welcome to submit films that have been screened at other film festivals or events in Japan. Furthermore, any work completed on or after 2024, including those that have had a theatrical release in Japan, is eligible to be submitted.
Q: Is it possible to submit works created using generative AI ?
A: Yes, it is possible. However, the work must not infringe upon the copyrights of any existing third-party works, as stipulated in the Submission Guidelines (2-d). Please ensure that your work does not contain any elements that violate third-party rights, such as the unauthorized use of existing characters.