Busan Asian Film School
 AFiS Logo | |
| Type | Film school |
|---|---|
| Established | 2016 |
| Location | Busan , South Korea |
| Campus | (Urban), 55, Suyeong-ro 521beon-gil, Suyeong-gu, Busan Metropolitan City, Korea (48264) |
| Website | Official website |
Busan Asian Film School (AFiS) is an esteemed govt. institution located in Busan, South Korea, dedicated to nurturing emerging talent in Asian cinema. Established in 2016 with the vision of promoting cultural exchange and collaboration among Asian filmmakers, AFiS offers specialized education and hands-on training in filmmaking and film producing, It has scholarship offer to the asian filmmaker every year, supported by the Government of South Korea.[1][2][3][4]
History and Overview
[edit]AFiS was founded to foster cinematic excellence in Asia and is supported by Busan Film Academy and the Busan Film Commission, reflecting Busan's status as a cultural hub in the region.[5][6][7]
Programs Offered
[edit]AFiS offers a range of programs designed to equip aspiring filmmakers with the skills and knowledge necessary for success in the industry.[8] These programs include:
- Producing Track
- Business Track
They also offer Short Courses and Workshops: Intensive workshops covering various aspects of film production and theory.[9][10][11]
Partnerships and Collaborations
[edit]AFiS collaborates with various film festivals like Busan International Film Festival, Three Continents Film Festival industry professionals, and academic institutions across Asia to enhance its educational offerings and provide networking opportunities for its students.[12]
Facilities and Resources
[edit]The school is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including Darcy Paquet,Jenna KU, Lee Ho-jae, BANG Junwon, Han Soonho to support practical learning and creative exploration among its students.[13][14][15][16]
References
[edit]- ^ Hyo-won, Lee (8 October 2014). "Asian Film School to Open in Busan". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 21 October 2024.
- ^ AFiS Official Website
- ^ Busan International Film Festival
- ^ "Busan Asian Film School Begins International Film Business Academy in March". Korean Film Biz Zone. Retrieved 21 October 2024.
- ^ Official website
- ^ "Busan Film Commission".
- ^ Ramachandran, Naman (12 March 2024). "Asian Film Awards Nominee 'Rapture' Finds Distribution in France With Capricci (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved 21 October 2024.
- ^ Wong2024-09-27T16:10:00+01:00, Silvia. "Busan film festival going bigger despite slashed budget and ongoing challenges". Screen. Retrieved 21 October 2024.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ Screen Daily
- ^ Ramachandran, Naman (12 March 2024). "Asian Film Awards Nominee 'Rapture' Finds Distribution in France With Capricci (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved 21 October 2024.
- ^ "New partnership 2022 - Busan AFIS". Festival des 3 Continents. Retrieved 21 October 2024.
- ^ "New partnership 2022 - Busan AFIS". Festival des 3 Continents. Retrieved 21 October 2024.
- ^ "Busan Asian Film School".
- ^ "CHANEL X BIFF ASIAN FILM ACADEMY". CHANEL X BIFF ASIAN FILM ACADEMY (in Korean). Retrieved 21 October 2024.
- ^ Ramachandran, Naman (7 October 2023). "Busan Film School Alumnus Aakash Chhabra Teams With Indie Powerhouses Akanga, Crawling Angel on APM Project 'I'll Smile In September'". Variety. Retrieved 21 October 2024.
- ^ Zaveri, Rhythm (7 April 2023). "The 40th Busan International Short Film Festival, Featuring 146 Films from 39 Countries!". Asian Movie Pulse. Retrieved 21 October 2024.