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The 2nd HKUST AI Film Festival Hackathon
36 Hours · AI Filmmaking · Youth Perspective
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AI Mirroring Hong Kong: Urban Narratives through Youth Perspective
AIFF Hackathon 2026 is a non-profit educational event designed for K12 students in Hong Kong. As part of the HKUST AI Film Festival (AIFF) series, we are committed to enabling students to experience the entire filmmaking process using generative AI tools, cultivating creativity and collaboration skills.
This year's theme is "AI Mirroring Hong Kong: Urban Narratives through Youth Perspective". We hope participants will use their unique youth perspective and AI technology to tell stories that belong to this city.
3 systematic workshops
Winners screened in May
Industry pros guidance
Winners recommended
AI × FILM × HONG KONG
From workshops to film festival, the complete creative journey
Training and team selection through workshop series
36-hour intensive creation challenge
Winning films officially premiered at AIFF Film Festival
Winning teams will be recommended for Beijing International Film Festival Hackathon Finals
Three systematic training sessions, from beginner to AI filmmaker
Master the fundamentals of core AI models and generation tools
Learn AIGC creation processes and film production structure
Story construction, visual design, and team selection
Limited time, themed challenge, unlimited creativity
March 28-29, 2026
Tsang Shiu Tim Art Hall (G017)
~10 teams selected from workshops
"AI Mirroring Hong Kong"
Urban Narratives through Youth Perspective
Using youth's unique perspective and AI technology to tell stories that belong to Hong Kong. The specific direction will be announced on competition day.
Winning films will be screened at May's AIFF Film Festival
On-site awards and networking with industry experts
Winners recommended for Beijing Film Festival Hackathon Finals
Thank you for your generous support
Join us and start your AI filmmaking journey
Register for workshops via Luma
Attend all three workshop sessions
Top participants form teams for main event
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