KAFA 3D Forum: 3D & BEYOND co-presented with KAFA (Korean Academy of Film Arts)

Part 1 of this forum, under the theme of ‘industry,’ will present the achievements and limitations so far in 3D cinema and its storytelling, staff incubation, aesthetics and technology. Furthermore, panelists will present the financing and theatrical aspects of 3D cinema and how its production can become a part of mainstream cinema, thus heightening its profitability and taking a part in future industry.

Part 2, under the theme ‘technology,’ will examine the trend in cutting-edge visual technology and realistic media, including 3D, ScreenX and VR, while looking into the future of KAFA+ Next D program.

Date Sunday 19 July 14:00 ~ 18:00

Venue Koryo Hotel 4F

NAFForum 2. Low-budget Filmmaking: Ways to Successful Outcome

With the domination of blockbuster films at the box-office, having profitable independent film productions are getting more difficult. However there are still ways to make successful low-budget film productions. Filmmakers specializing such productions will share their case studies and their visions to provide optimistic viewpoints in this difficult time.

Date Monday July 20 15:30 ~ 17:00

Venue Koryo Hotel 4F

NAFForum 3. Alternative Film Distribution

With the advancement in technology, new ways of marketing films are available for filmmakers more than ever. With the participation from the leading new media professionals and film distribution and marketing experts, this panel discussion will provide key points to take advantage of these opportunities.

Date Monday 20 July 17:15 ~ 18:45

Venue Koryo Hotel 4F

NAFForum 4. CHINA

1: New Trend in China Film Marketplace

China has been a huge player in global film industry for some time and now is a serious challenger as the largest film marketplace in the world today. Industry expects will provide their views on the new trends in China that make it so attractive for the global film industry.

Date Tuesday 21 July 15:30 ~ 17:00

Venue Koryo Hotel 4F

2: VFX Technology in China: Its Growth and Outlook.

From the inception of Hollywood-scale VFX and, to a certain degree, participation of Korean VFX companies in China, VFX industry in China has seen an exponential growth during the last decade. Key members of the industry working in China today will present their views on this, including case studies, changes taking place (formation of Chinese post-houses, co-productions, etc.) and more.

Date Tuesday 21 July 17:15 ~ 18:45

Venue Koryo Hotel 4F