KCAIF
KCAIF 2027
K-CULTURE AI INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
May 1, 2027 · Seoul, Republic of Korea
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About
K-CULTURE AI INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
“The K-CULTURE AI INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (KCAIF) was founded with the hope that imagination and creativity empowered by AI can shine as art and help advance our world into a more beautiful and enriched place. Based in Korea and rooted in K-Culture, KCAIF aims to create a global platform where people from around the world can come together to share the art, emotion, and inspiration of the AI era.”
K-CULTURE AI INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (KCAIF)는 AI를 통해 상상과 창의성이 예술로 빛나며, AI를 통해 더 아름답고 풍요로운 세상으로 진보 하기를 염원하는 마음으로 창립하였습니다.
대한민국의 K-CULTURE(문화)와 세계인이 만나는 플랫폼을 만들어 AI 시대의 예술과 감동을 함께 나누고자 합니다.
About the Organizer
K-CULTURE AI INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (KCAIF)
is organized by the Korea AI Film Festival Association (KAIFA),
a non-profit incorporated association based in Korea.
KAIFA is dedicated to advancing the convergence of
artificial intelligence, cinema, and visual culture
through film festivals, education, research, cultural programs,
and international exchange.
As the official organizer of KCAIF,
KAIFA supports a professional festival framework
with a commitment to fairness, transparency,
and international standards.
For inquiries, please contact:
General Inquiries: korea.culture.ai@gmail.com
Business Inquiries: info@kcaif.net
Organizer: Korea AI Film Festival Association (KAIFA)
Official KCAIF Gathering
Organizing Team & Participants
앙트레블(enTravel), Gangnam, Seoul
KCAIF Staff
The KCAIF staff is dedicated to the successful presentation of the K-Culture AI International Film Festival, overseeing festival operations and execution, international networking, venue preparation, award and trophy production, and submission support. We carefully prepare each aspect of the festival so that filmmakers from around the world can participate with ease and enjoy a welcoming and celebratory experience.
Hyo Jeong Shin
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AI Film Director
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Ph.D. in Political Science and International Relations, Korea University
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President, Korea Artificial Intelligence Film Festival Association
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Vice President, Korea AI Literacy Instructors Association
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AI Education Specialist, AI Media Content Lab, Seoul National University
Founder / Organizing Committee Chair
Jae-Yong Choi
Preparation Committee Chair
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AI Film Director
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Organizing Committee Chair, Seoul International AI Film Festival
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President, Korea AI Video Production Association
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Adjunct Professor, Department of Knowledge Service & Consulting
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Vice President, Korea AI NFT
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B.A. in Economics and M.A. in Law, Yonsei University
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Ph.D. in Interaction Science (HCI), Sungkyunkwan University
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Assistant Professor, Ari Liberal Arts College, Anyang University
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President, Korea Convergence Talent Development Foundation
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President, International Convergence Science Association
CHAIR OF DIGITAL MEDIA
Jong Sik Lee
Changsik Park
자문위원
Advisory Board Member
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한국국제문화교류진흥원(KOFICE) 원장 / President, Korea Foundation for International Cultural Exchange (KOFICE)
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SBS 프로덕션 제작 프로듀서 / Producer, SBS Productions
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MBC 드라마제작국 / MBC Drama Production Department
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김종학프로덕션 대표이사 / CEO, Kim Jong-hak Production
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한국드라마제작사협회 회장 / Chairman, Korea Drama Production Association
Jin Seon Kim
홍보위원장
Chair of Public Relations
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Advisory Member and Director at Finance Today
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CEO of SNS Story Journal
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Vice Director of the Digital Convergence Education Institute
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CEO of PETTODAY
Min Jung Kang
부회장 / Vice President
& Chair of Global Affairs
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미주리 대학교 졸업\Graduate of the University of Missouri
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컬럼비아 대학원 졸업Graduate of Columbia University Graduate School
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코트라 컨설턴트
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Consultant, Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA)
Dr. Gyeongseok Byeon
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KAIST 김재철AI대학원 초빙교수 / Visiting Professor, KAIST Kim Jaechul Graduate School of AI
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서울대학교 졸업 / Graduate of Seoul National University
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미국 스탠퍼드대학교 석·박사 / M.S. and Ph.D., Stanford University
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삼성전자 IT & Mobile 신사업, 모바일 인식 시스템 개발 / New Business Development and Mobile Recognition System Development, IT & Mobile Division, Samsung Electronics
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미국 엔비디아 본사 수석 데이터 과학자, 클라우드 AI 리드 아키텍트 / Principal Data Scientist and Lead Cloud AI Architect, NVIDIA Headquarters, USA
Jury Member
Cheol Hyun Park
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Film Director
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Head of the Media Division, Korea Popular Musicians Association
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Representative of Magic Art F Exhibition Planning
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Director of Arim, invited as the opening film at the Yangsan Film Festival
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Director and Producer of Kim~chi!, winner of the Jury Prize at the 15th Chungmuro Short & Feature Independent Film Festival
Jury Member
KCAIF Jury
Meet the jury members of KCAIF 2026.
Respected professionals from diverse fields evaluate submitted works with fairness, insight, and care.
Nam Hee Park
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Jury Member
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KAIST 김재철AI대학원 초빙교수 / Professor, KAIST Kim Jaechul Graduate School of AI
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문화유산 디지털 복원 전문가 / Cultural Heritage Digital Restoration Specialist
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AI·미디어 기술 융합 분야 선도 연구자 / Leading Researcher in AI and Media Technology Convergence
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전 고려대학교 연구교수 / Former Research Professor, Korea University
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전 서울대학교 차세대융합기술연구원 연구원 / Former Researcher, Advanced Institutes of Convergence Technology, Seoul National University
Jury Member
So Jung Paik
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M.A. in Economics, Yonsei University
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Trade Finance Specialist
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Former Operation Department Head at Deutsche Bank Seoul and Societe Generale Seoul
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Currently CEO of Mirae Design Company
FESTIVAL DATE & SCHEDULE
접수시작(Submission Opens)
2026.10.01 / October 1, 2026
얼리버드 마감 (Early Bird Deadline)
2027.01.31 / January 31, 2027
일반 마감 (Regular Deadline)
2027.02.28 / February 28, 2027
후기 마감(Late Deadline)
2027.03.21 /March 21, 2027
최종 마감 (Final Deadline) 2027.04.10 / April 10, 2027
선정 발표 (Notification Date)
2027.04.15 / April 15, 2027
페스티벌 개최 (Event Date)
2027.05.01 / May 1, 2027
주요 일정 KEY DATES
2026. 04. 01 (April 1, 2026)
접수 시작 (Opening Date)
얼리버드 마감 (Earlybird Deadline)
2026. 05. 31 (May 31, 2026)
일반 마감 (Regular Deadline)
2026. 06. 30 (June 30, 2026)
최종 마감 (Late Deadline)
2026. 07. 25 (July 25, 2026)
2026. 08. 10 (August 10, 2026)
선정 발표 (Notification Date)
페스티벌 개최 (Event Date)
2026. 09. 06 (September 6, 2026)
SUBMISSION CATEGORIES
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AI Narrative Film
Narrative works that creatively integrate AI to elevate storytelling, cinematic quality, and emotional impact.
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AI Documentary
Documentary works that use AI to reveal fresh insights into reality, society, culture, and human experience.
Animated works shaped by AI-driven imagination, artistic vision, and innovative visual design.
AI Animation
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AI Experimental Film
Works that challenge traditional cinematic conventions and explore new audiovisual language through AI.
05
AI Music Video
Music-driven visual works that blend sound, rhythm, and AI-generated imagery into a compelling creative form.
AI Commercial Film
Brand and promotional films that deliver messages with originality, strong visual identity, and AI-powered creativity.
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These categories are visual guides. Official submission categories and entry options are available on our FilmFreeway page.
LAURELS & AWARDS
Official Selection
Semi-Finalist
Finalist
Award Winner
Grand Prize
OFFICIAL VENUE
앙트레블
서울특별시 강남구 강남대로102길 45 앙트레블(entravel)
대한민국 서울 강남에 위치한 앙트레블은 K-컬처의 예술성과 AI 기술의 혁신이 만나는 특별한 공간입니다.
KCAIF 2027의 오프닝 세레모니와 시상식이 펼쳐질
특별한 순간을 만나보세요.
Entravel
앙트레블(entravel)) 45, Gangnam-daero 102-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Venue Contact: +82-50-71443-1417
A unique venue in Gangnam, Seoul, where the artistry of K-Culture meets the innovation of AI.
Experience the Opening Ceremony and Awards Ceremony of KCAIF 2026.
NEWS & UPDATES
KCAIF 2027 Festival Principles
Message body
KCAIF 2027 is committed to fairness, transparency, and professionalism throughout the festival process.
The festival aims to create a reliable and welcoming platform where filmmakers from around the world can share new creative possibilities at the intersection of K-Culture and AI.
Stay updated with the latest news, press coverage, and key announcements from KCAIF.
Discover festival updates, submission information, program news, and insights on the future of AI cinema.
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K-CULTURE AI INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL · KCAIF ·
Venue: Entravel, 45 Gangnam-daero 102-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
General Inquiries | 일반 문의: korea.culture.ai@gmail.com
Business Inquiries | 비즈니스 문의: info@kcaif.net
서울특별시 강남구 강남대로 102길 45, 앙트레블