Submit your film to our 15th edition of AAAFF!

Hey AAAFF Community,

We just have a handful of weeks left to submit to our 2023 festival, our regular deadline is February 28. This year marks our 15th Edition! We are currently accepting entries for Narrative Features, Narrative Shorts, Documentary Features, and Documentary Shorts.

Use code: RABBIT2023 for $10 off your submission fee until February 12.

Here’s what some of our fest alums have to say about being selected for AAAFF:

I first heard of AAAFF through a volunteer many years back. The idea of a non-profit in Austin focused on championing Asian + Asian American voices seemed so wonderful! If I ever had the opportunity again to make a film I wanted to submit to AAAFF. Texas has always had a special place in my heart as I have many family members still living there but more importantly it would be so incredible to be a part of a film festival that aims to empower diverse storytellers. - Van Ditthavong, Elvis of Laos

I felt the film aligns with the history and body of work that the festival represents and I thought it would be a great chance for this film to be a part of this year's program.

- Yuka Murakami, Sincerely Miné Okubo

2023 submissions fees:

Narrative Features (60 minutes or longer) and Documentary Features (45 minutes or longer):

  • Standard: $40

  • Student: $30

Narrative Shorts (45 minutes or shorter) and Documentary Shorts (45 minutes or shorter):

  • Standard: $25

  • Student: $20

The 2023 Austin Asian American Film Festival will take place from June 21-25, so make sure to save the date! Want to get a feel for the fest? Click through photos from last year here

Click here for more information about rules and eligibility. Have questions? Don’t hesitate to email Festival Director Jenny Nulf

Stay tuned to our social channels, and you may find a discount to submit! 

GOOD LUCK! :)