Jimin Choi

The popularity of horror and action thrillers has inspired the relaunch of a genre section at HAF. Screen profiles the selection Source: Emoumie Pictures ‘Strange Root’ (concept still) Asia has long been known for producing innovative horror features and thrillers that pack a punch. Embracing this, HKIFF Industry Project Market will host a dedicated genre film focus, comprising five titles in development and one work-in-progress.

Returning for a second year, Indonesia’s JAFF Future Project continues to position itself as a platform for early-stage projects from across Asia Pacific. This year’s edition presents a line-up of 10 projects that will compete for $74,000 in cash and production support. Running alongside the Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival (JAFF), the programme provides tailored development support and industry meetings for both fiction and documentary projects.