2024 Eutopia Arthouse Film Festival Screening

Introduction

The Eutopia Arthouse Film Festival (EAFF) is a non-profit international film exhibition focused on fostering artistic exchange and development among young filmmakers. EAFF is organized by the Queen’s University Belfast, UKTI Hub, and the China-Europe Youth Film Society, funded by the Queen’s Annual Fund. Held annually from February to May in Belfast, it is specifically geared towards university students who have made films during their academic studies. The festival encompasses a two-day cinema exhibition in Belfast, allowing students, scholars, and film enthusiasts from around the world to explore cultural diversity through visual storytelling. EAFF also features a series of thematic workshops, combining both online and offline formats, providing a platform for emerging filmmakers from diverse cultural backgrounds to exchange ideas, showcasing the richness of their respective cultures and artistic treasures through the medium of film.

Screening information

This is EAFF received 517 film submissions from countries and regions including China, the United Kingdom, the United States, Japan, South Korea, India, Malaysia, Ireland, Hong Kong (China), and Macao (China). After two round evaluations, 75 films were awarded the honour of official selection and will proceed to the next round of judging. In the end, there will be 15-20 film works screened on the Queen's Film Theatre.  The screening of EAFF are admission-free, completely open to the public. We welcome movie enthusiasts from various universities and industries to come to Belfast for live screenings and engage in conversations with our filmmakers.

What you’ll acheive

EAFF has introduced the 'Northern Ireland Stars' special unit this year, highlighting films created by local filmmakers or shot in Northern Ireland. This offers a glimpse into the region's rich culture and compelling narratives. Additionally, EAFF features the 'Cultural Bridge' special unit, showcasing films that explore the cultural, artistic, and societal facets of East Asia. The aim is to foster dialogue, exchange, and integration between Eastern and Western artistic cultures. At the festival screenings, you'll have the opportunity to watch diverse films from around the world, experience the cultural nuances of different countries and regions, and engage in face-to-face discussions with representatives of award-winning teams, gaining insights into the ideas and creativity of filmmakers from across the globe.