Astana AI Film Festival 2026

Astana AIFF

Kazakhstan's first international AI film festival. $1M total prize fund — one of the largest in the category. AI-generated short films up to 10 minutes. Festival held autumn 2026 with screenings, AI content conference, and pitch sessions.

Prize

$1,000,000 Total Prize Fund

$1M total prize fund across categories
AI content conference and pitch sessions for finalists
Open globally — no professional studio access required

Who can enter

Open globally. No restriction on experience or studio access. Short films up to 10 minutes.

AI tools allowed

Any AI toolsGenerative video

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free entry, cash prize, million dollar prize, international, kazakhstan

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