Freedom Film Fest

About

When selecting films, the committee concentrates equally on both human rights content and artistic quality. FFF gives special priority to community and indigenous-made films; and films that have resonance to the people of South East Asia region.

Awards

• BEST SEA HUMAN RIGHTS FILM — For best film from/about South East Asia;
• BEST MALAYSIAN FILM (JURY PRIZE) — For the best film made by a Malaysian filmmaker;
• THE FREEDOM AWARD — For the best amateur/community/student film;
• BEST SHORT FILM (AUDIENCE CHOICE AWARD) - For the best amatuer/community/student film.

Rules

• Films must be completed after January 2022.
• Priority will be given to South East Asian films that are shorter than 60 minutes and contain the following themes:
  • Indigenous, land and cultural identity
  • Environment, technology and sustainability
  • Freedom of Expression
  • Gender, Identity and Disability
  • Poverty and the economic structure
  • Repressive regimes and community uprisings

Documents and Other Requisite Items:

• Fill out entry form,
• Give us a link to preview the film online. (VIMEO is the recommended online platform).

Selection Media Type: online

Audio language: original

Subtitles language: English

Premiere Requirements

No premiere requirement

Jury and Organizers

The FreedomFilmFest (FFF) is organized by Pusat KOMAS, a non-profit, non-governmental organization based in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia.