Seoul Global AI Film Festa 2025
Dances with A.I
Where AI and Humanity Harmonize, and Media Dances!
Where Tradition Meets Technology and Nature Coexists with Innovation,
Where Humans and AI Co-create a Melody
MBC Welcomes the AI-Powered Future.
We are looking for innovative content from visionary creators
who utilize generative AI to create new content.
Curious
Drawn to cutting-edge technologies
and new creative methods
In 2025, it is you—the AI creator—
who stands at the forefront of innovation
Open-minded
Open to experimentation
and the creative process over fixed answers
Embraces collaboration across technology, art, and people
Aesthetic
Merging advanced technology with
emotion and thought
Rich in artistic sensitivity—expressed through
visuals, sound, mood, and atmosphere
Broadcast-First AI Film Festa
From Awards → Screenings → Broadcast → to the MBC AI Content Platform,
the only AI film festival in Korea that connects all stages!
※ Outstanding works may be scheduled for TV or OTT platforms.
Call for Entries
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Competition Categories
Category Description Film (Video) Short narrative films created using generative AI Music Music video content based on a generative AI-composed song
(※ A single completed piece must be submitted, consisting of a song with lyrics in Korean or English and a music video based on the song.)K-Brand Brand or product commercials created using generative AI
※ Please refer to the table below for the competition brand and theme.Company Theme Nongshim <Spicy Happiness In Noodles>
- spicy happiness in every bite with SHIN Ramyun
- The new global slogan of SHIN Ramyun,
Korea’s iconic ramyun that represents
the bold flavor of Korean spiciness.
Learn MoreKIA <Future Mobility Life with AI>
- A creative exploration of how AI-powered
transportation and services could reshape
our everyday lives, cities, and the way we live. - Submission Period 1 August – 20 August 2025 (until 24:00 KST)
- Winners Announcement Winners will be contacted individually by email or phone in September 2025
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Film Festival Dates
30 September – 2 October 2025
• Program: Screening of award-winning works and awards ceremony
• Venue: COEX & Megabox, Gangnam-gu, Seoul -
Awards
Film (Video) Music Prize Amount (KRW) Prize Amount (KRW) Grand (1) 50,000,000 Grand (1) 10,000,000 Gold (1) 20,000,000 Gold (1) 3,000,000 Silver (1) 7,000,000 Silver (1) 2,000,000 Bronze (1) 5,000,000 Bronze (1) 1,000,000 Finalist
(8 works)4,000,000
(500,000 each)K-Brand Content Brand Prize Amount (KRW) Brand Prize Amount (KRW) Nongshim Grand (1) 10,000,000 Kia Grand (1) 10,000,000 Gold (1) 3,000,000 Gold (1) 3,000,000 Silver (1) 2,000,000 Silver (1) 2,000,000 Bronze (1) 1,000,000 Bronze (1) 1,000,000 Total Prize (KRW): 150,000,000
Sponsor
- nongshim
- hyundai motor group
- sga
- sba
- hancom
- Seoul AI Foundation
- UPbit
Eligibility
- Open to all nationalities, genders, and age groups (Foreign residents must be eligible for legal entry and stay in the Republic of Korea, if required)
- Entries may be submitted individually or as a team (For team entries, the work must be submitted under the name of the team representative. All rights related to the submitted work should be managed internally within the team)
- Each applicant (or team) may submit one entry per category using generative AI
- The applicant (or team) must hold the copyright and all necessary legal rights to the submitted work
Submission Guidelines
- How to Submit All entries must be submitted online via the official submission page.
- Production Eligibility Date: Only works completed on or after 1 August 2024 are eligible for submission.
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Permitted Running Time
Category Duration Film (Video) 2 to 15 minutes Music 1 to 5 minutes K-Brand Standard commercial lengths (15 seconds, 30 seconds, or 1 minute) ※Submitted works must be recently produced and align with the purpose of the festival.
※If your film will have its world premiere at this festival, please indicate that it is a "premiere" when submitting—this will be considered during the judging process.
※Award-winning works in the K-Brand category may be used as official advertisements by the relevant brand. -
Video Specifications
• Minimum resolution: Full HD (1920x1080)
• Recommended aspect ratio: 16:9
• Minimum frame rate: 24 FPS -
Required Materials
Two versions of the video must be submitted:
1. Original version (Version with subtitles in the original language)
2. English-subtitled version -
Submission Method
• Upload your entry to YouTube as an “Unlisted” video.
• Include the YouTube video URL in the submission form.
- If awarded, the submitted video will be used as the official screening copy. No edits or re-uploads are allowed after the initial submission. The organizer is not responsible for any disadvantages incurred due to changes made after submission.
- All elements of the submitted work (including video, images, music) must be free of copyright issues. Finalists may be required to submit documentation verifying the use of generative AI. The organizer is not legally responsible for any copyright or rights-related disputes; such submissions will be disqualified.
- Contact: sgaff@mbc.co.kr
