• Best Film

    This award recognizes an outstanding film that excels in all aspects of filmmaking, including storytelling, acting, directing, cinematography, and overall artistic vision.

  • Best International Film

    This award honors a film from outside Asia that demonstrates exceptional cinematic achievement and cultural significance.

  • Best Student Film

    This award recognizes a film created by a student or student team, showcasing exceptional talent and creativity among emerging filmmakers.

Director Categories

  • Best Director

    This award recognizes a director for their exceptional creative vision, storytelling ability, and technical expertise in a film.

  • Second Best Director

    This award honors a director who has demonstrated outstanding filmmaking skills and made a significant contribution to the film industry.

  • Best International Director

    This award recognizes a director from outside Asia for their exceptional achievements in international cinema.

  • Best Student Director

    This award honors a student director for their talent, creativity, and potential for future success in the film industry.

Technical Categories

  • Best Screenplay

    This award recognizes a screenplay that is well-written, engaging, and contributes significantly to the overall quality of the film.

  • Best Camera Work

    This award celebrates exceptional cinematography, recognizing the use of camera techniques, lighting, and composition to create visually stunning and impactful images.

  • Best Editing

    This award honors a film editor for their skill in assembling the film's various elements, including shots, sound, and music, to create a coherent and engaging narrative.

  • Best Sound

    This award recognizes outstanding sound design and mixing, including dialogue, sound effects, and music, that enhance the film's atmosphere and storytelling.

Special Categories

  • Best Animation Film

    This award celebrates a film that uses animation techniques to tell a story, create visual metaphors, or simply enhance the narrative.

  • Best Original Score

    This award recognizes a film soundtrack that is exceptional in its musical composition, thematic relevance, and ability to enhance the storytelling.

  • Best Documentary Film

    This award honors a film that presents factual information or stories in a creative and engaging way.

  • Best Creative Concept

    his award recognizes a film that has a unique and innovative concept, pushing the boundaries of storytelling and filmmaking.

  • Best Music Video

    This award celebrates a music video that excels in its production, creativity, and storytelling.

  • Best Music Composition

    This award recognizes a film's original music score for its musical quality, thematic relevance, and contribution to the overall storytelling.

  • Best Experimental Film

    This award honors a film that challenges traditional filmmaking conventions, explores new techniques, and pushes the boundaries of cinematic expression.