黑客日：2026年3月28-29日
地点：曾肇添展艺厅
主活动日：2026年5月16-17日
地点：逸夫演艺中心
The HKUST AI Film Festival returns in 2026 to advance artistic innovation at the intersection of media and generative AI. Building on the success of its inaugural edition—which received over 700 submissions and attracted more than 600 attendees—the festival continues to promote meaningful engagement between creative communities and emerging technologies.
With the theme “New Boundaries, New Life,” this year’s festival invites creators to explore how human imagination can push beyond the constraints of AI systems. The program highlights new methods of visual language, narrative experimentation, and emotional expression made possible through human–machine collaboration.
A core component of the festival is a 36hour Hackathon during which local secondary school students will develop AI generated filmmaking works. Outstanding pieces from this challenge will be showcased during the Main Event at the Shaw Auditorium, evaluated by a professional jury, and presented alongside discussions led by international experts from both the humanities and the sciences.
Across campus, interactive exhibitions will spotlight a range of AI-driven art forms—from narrative films and vertical content to AR experiences and robotic installations. Fireside conversations with established creators and emerging talent will further foster dialogue on the evolving role of AI in creative practice.
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