The deadline for the 9th HAF Film Lab 2026 is just ONE WEEK away! 

Taking place from 24 to 28 August 2026, this intensive five-day programme offers public lectures open to all, alongside exclusive one-on-one consultations for shortlisted Chinese-language project teams. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your project under expert guidance and gain international exposure. Apply NOW! 

Our esteemed mentor lineup features world-class professionals across scriptwriting, cinematography, sound mixing, international co-production, financing and distribution: Chan Hing-kai, Lav Diaz, Dong Jinsong, Isabelle Glachant, Li Ruijun, Wang Changrui, and Yeh Ju-Feng. 

▶   Eligibility   ◀ 

Project Stage: 

Currently in the pre-production or early-production phase

Script Requirement: 

Must include a completed Chinese-language screenplay

Format: 

Chinese-language feature-length fiction film projects (60 minutes or longer)

Director's Profile: 

Open to emerging directors who have helmed no more than two feature films

▶   Awards   ◀

Script Services Awards (2 Winners): 

Recipients will receive tailored mentorship to refine their screenplays

Winning teams secure automatic shortlisting for the HKIFF Industry Project Market 2027

▶   Submission Deadline   ◀

22 Jun 2026, 23:59 (GMT+8)