The Colorful Stories and Genres of Light of Asia, a Competition Program for Short Films at JAFF20
On its fourth day, JAFF20 presented a selection of short films lineup in the Light of Asia 3 competition program, where the selected works will…
JAFF20 Emerges as the Hub of Asian Innovation Through Netflix Creative Asia Showcase
The 20th Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival (JAFF) marked a significant milestone yesterday (2/12) as the Ballroom of Hotel Tentrem Yogyakarta transformed into a hub of…
WHAT’S ON DAY 5: Conversations on Safe Spaces for Women, Presenting Two Distinct Genres from Hong Kong, and Highlighting Works from Celebes Island
As JAFF20 enters its fifth day, the festival continues to offer a diverse range of programs that not only celebrate Asian cinema but also open…
Vidio Presents Pertaruhan: The Series 3 Premiere at JAFF20, More Emotional Yet Action-Packed
On the third day of the Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival (JAFF) ke-20, Vidio presented the premiere of Pertaruhan The Series 3. Directors Fajar Martha Santosa…
Three Stories, Three Voices, One Solid Narrative at JAFF 2025
Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival (JAFF), the largest and longest-running Asian film festival in Indonesia, returns this year with a remarkable lineup of 227 films from…
Masterclass with Ann Hui: When Cinema Mirrors Real Life
In its 20th edition, JAFF once again collaborates with the Asian Film Awards Academy (AFAA) to present Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation. One of this…
Exploring and Reflecting on Reza Rahadian’s Two Decades of Career
The year 2025 marks a dual milestone: twenty years of JAFF and twenty years of Reza Rahadian’s journey in Indonesian cinema. Over the past two…
Love Chaos Kin: An Intimate and Fiercely Honest Take on Adoption, Identity, and Class
It seems that conversations around child adoption will always circle back to an unending dilemma. Adoption isn’t simply about providing a home; it also comes…
WHAT’S ON DAY 4: From Award-Winning Films, Saudi Arabian Cinema, the Transformation of Indonesian Cinema, to Celebrating 20 Years of Reza Rahadian at JAFF20
Entering its fourth day, the JAFF 20 program continues to showcase the richness of perspectives and the evolving dynamics of the film ecosystem in Asia…
A Look at Reza Rahadian’s Directorial Debut Pangku (On Your Lap) at JAFF20
On the second day of the festival, the Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival (JAFF) screened Pangku (On Your Lap), the directorial debut of Reza Rahadian and…
Nurturing Memory, Celebrating Growth: Two Important Books for JAFF’s 20th Anniversary
The two-decade journey of the Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival (JAFF) is not only about film screenings, but also about sustaining an ecosystem, a community, and…
JAFF 2025 Sneak Peek of Four Seasons in Java (Empat Musim Pertiwi) and Kamila Andini’s Courage in Confronting Wounds
During the most awaited sneak-peek program on the second day of JAFF 2025, renowned Indonesian female director Kamila Andini revealed Four Seasons in Java to…
JAFF Kids Creates a Safe Learning Space for Children Through Cinema
The Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival (JAFF) 2025 brings back one of its most beloved family programs. Carrying the spirit of transformation and nurturing the life…
WHAT’S ON DAY 3: Learning from Masterclass with Ann Hui & Discovering Outstanding Asia–Pacific Films Across Genres
JAFF20 rolls into its Day 3 with a rich lineup of screening and non-screening programs that promise an ever-widening look at Asian cinema. Here’s what…
Archive Manifesto of the 20th Anniversary of JAFF
Today marks JAFF’s twentieth year as a film festival, yet our celebration comes with a reminder: our memories are fragile. Despite Indonesia’s growth in cinema,…
Two Decades of JAFF Celebration Have Officially BegunThrough Its Archive Manifesto, JAFF Calls for a National Strategy for Film Archiving
The 20th Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival (JAFF) officially opened on Saturday, 29 November 2025 at the Gelanggang Inovasi dan Kreativitas (GIK) UGM in Yogyakarta. Marking…
WHAT’S ON DAY 2: From JAFF Kids, Award-Winning Animation, to the Sneak Peek of Four Seasons in Java
Get ready for a lively second day of JAFF20. Fresh stories, energetic screenings, and exciting non-screening programs available for you to enjoy. Here are some…
JAFF20 “TRANSFIGURATION”: Celebrating Two Decades of Indonesia’s Largest Asian Film Festival
The Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival (JAFF) returns for its 20th edition, running from 29 November to 6 December 2025, showcasing 227 titles from 43 countries.…
JAFF20 “TRANSFIGURATION”: Unveiling JAFF20 Official Artwork by Artists Muklay & Wulang Sunu
Celebrating its 20th edition, the Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival (JAFF) embraces the theme "TRANSFIGURATION." This concept is brought to life visually through a special collaboration…