WAIFF 2026
WORLDWIDE
The Road to Cannes
The road to Cannes is WAiFF's global journey. International editions select the five best AI-driven films in each country. These finalists travel to Cannes for the Grand Finale at the Palais des Festivals, competing with creators worldwide. Each nation brings its culture, vision, and creative identity to the global stage.
Opening Ceremony & Awards Night
The largest AI film awards event in Korea
The Opening Ceremony marks the launch of WAIFF Seoul and sets the stage for a new era of cinema.
This landmark night brings together the world’s leading AI filmmakers, creators, and industry voices for the most significant AI film awards ceremony in Korea and one of the largest globally.
The program features award presentations and live performances created through collaboration between humans and AI, celebrating the future of storytelling at the intersection of technology and creativity.
– On to the WAIFF Cannes stage in 2026! –
Five award winners will be invited to Cannes, France along with their works (tickets and accommodation provided).
