1️⃣ Programs to Explore at ACFM Today
Day 2 of ACFM 2026 features programs examining changes in the content industry and practical business strategies, from the impact of AI on filmmaking to investment, international co-production, new markets, and IP. Industry professionals from across the field will discuss changes in production, investment, and distribution environments and explore new approaches to collaboration.
InnoAsia will examine the growth of microdrama and its potential for expansion. New Cinematic Possibilities: Reimagining Filmmaking with Kling AI will explore how generative AI is being applied to filmmaking and storytelling. Thailand: The Next Chapter will spotlight Thailand, ACFM’s inaugural Country of Honor, and examine the potential of its content industry as a partner in the global market, with a focus on original IP and international co-production.
Discussions connecting projects with capital and production partners will also gain momentum. The A Summit: Investor Summit & Connect will share current film capital flows and investment strategies in Korea and abroad while exploring ways to connect Asian projects with global capital. At Producer Hub, Co-Producing with Japan: Opportunities and Challenges co-hosted by VIPO will examine co-production environments, financing structures, and collaboration strategies through actual case studies.
Other programs include the K-Comics & Webtoon IP Showcase, The A Summit: AFAN Spotlight - The Dynamic Shifts and Shake-up for Film Distribution in Asia co-hosted by AFAN, which examines changes in the Asian film distribution landscape, and Documentary WIP Showcase II. Together, these programs address a broad range of issues in the content business, from production and investment to distribution and IP.
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New Cinematic Possibilities:
Reimagining Filmmaking with Kling AI
co-hosted by Kling AI
11 October, 13:00 - 15:00 | Event Room A
Focusing on Kling AI’s latest model, this session explores how AI video technology is being used in film production and storytelling. Across both creative and production settings, the discussion will examine new possibilities for filmmaking enabled by AI and changes in the global film industry.
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Thailand: The Next Chapter
11 October, 16:00 - 17:30 | Event Room A
This session will examine new possibilities and growth strategies for the content industry of Thailand, ACFM’s inaugural Country of Honor. Highlighting the country’s creative stories, original IP, and emerging producers, it will explore opportunities for international co-production and showcase Thailand’s potential as a partner in the global content market.
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The A Summit:
Investor Summit & Connect
11 October, 13:30 - 15:00 | Event Room C
This open panel session of the Investor Summit will connect Asian projects with global capital and examine global co-production trends and current film capital flows in Korea and abroad. It will share financing routes and investment strategies for the rapidly changing Asian film market and explore new opportunities to connect projects with investors.
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Co-Producing with Japan: Opportunities and Challenges co-hosted by VIPO
11 October, 14:00 - 15:00 | Producer Hub
This session will examine the production environments and financing structures encountered in international co-productions with Japan, along with the opportunities and challenges involved. Drawing on case studies of live-action films and stop-motion animation, it will share practical strategies for successful partnerships, including financial incentives and structural barriers to consider when working with Japan.
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2️⃣ Yesterday’s ACFM Review |
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ACFM 2026 kicked off to a strong start, drawing film and content industry professionals from around the globe. At Producer Hub, Focusing on Japan: Pitch Showcase of 10 Selected Producers with VIPO drew a standing-room-only crowd, with attendees standing after all seats were taken. The Japanese producers presented their projects currently in development and sought international co-production partners.
The InnoAsia Opening Speech & Startup Demo Jam presented AI technologies and new production methods, while BSM Pitch & Match - Thai Remake IP introduced promising Thai film IPs highlighting their strong commercial value for remakes. At UTA × Gold House: Hollywood & The Asian Diaspora, creators shared their experiences connecting Hollywood and Asia and explored opportunities for exchange and collaboration across the global content industry.
The ACFM 2026 Opening Reception with Country of Honor Thailand, was also held that day. Ellen Y. D. Kim, Director of the Asian Contents & Film Market (ACFM), said, “Until now, we worked with partner countries through individual programs. Now, we have established a comprehensive, market-wide partnership with an entire country,” underscoring the significance of the new Country of Honor initiative.
Saratsanun Unnopporn, Secretary to the Minister of Culture of Thailand, said, “For Thailand, being named Country of Honor is more than a celebration. It is an important step toward a deeper and more enduring partnership between Thailand and Korea,” expressing hope for new projects and long-term partnerships. Film and content industry professionals from around the world greeted one another and networked, marking the beginning of the four-day ACFM.
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ACFM 2026 Opening Reception |
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InnoAsia Opening Speech & Startup Demo Jam |
BSM Pitch & Match - Thai Remake IP |
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Focusing on Japan:
Pitch Showcase of 10 Selected Producers
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UTA × Gold House:
Hollywood & The Asian Diaspora
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3️⃣ Tomorrow’s ACFM Schedule |
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 The A Program
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Event Room A Meeting Room 121-123
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 Asian Project Market Program
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Event Room B Meeting Room 125-126
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 Busan Story Market Program
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Event Room C Meeting Room 325-326
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 InnoAsia Program
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Event Room D Meeting Room 321-322
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 Producer Hub Program (Pre-registered Producers Only)
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Producer Hub Hall 4F
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 Doc Square Program
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Doc Square Hall 4E
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 Platform BUSAN Program
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PB Lounge Hall 4B
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 Korean
 English
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Networking Lounge Hall 4A
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 Japanese
 Mandarin
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 Simultaneous Interpretation into English & Korean
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ACFM - Where Future of Asian Content Is Decided
31st Busan International Film Festival: 6 — 15 October
21st Asian Contents & Film Market (ACFM): 10 — 13 October
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