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The 3rd Future Animation Program Showcase (anifest 2026)

The 3rd Future Animation Program Showcase (anifest 2026)

第三屆「明日動畫」支援計劃作品展 (anifest動画藝術祭2026)

Released
22 Aug 2026
Runtime
109 min
Certificate
Category IIB

Animation

The verdict

There are not yet enough audience votes to give this a reliable score. It is not currently playing in Hong Kong cinemas. Category IIB · 109 minutes.

What it is about

This program features six animation works created with the aid of artificial intelligence: REFRAME, which leverages AI to heal psychological trauma; Tuen Mun vs Tin Shui Wai, an epic battle between aliens and robots; Cirkillation, an atmospheric exploration of suspense and solitude; Tai Lung Fung – Full Throttle Kitchen, a quest to recapture tastes and emotions; Airbag, an existential contemplation on the meaning of life; and Odium Zero, a tale of catastrophe triggered by a lie.

What to expect

Six Hong Kong shorts made with AI assistance, running 109 minutes in total. The lineup moves between a therapeutic piece that uses AI to address psychological trauma, a Tuen Mun-vs-Tin Shui Wai alien-and-robot brawl, a quiet suspense piece built around solitude, a kitchen story chasing lost tastes and feelings, a meditation on existence, and a disaster triggered by a lie. The tone jumps around, so the programme works best as a sampler for anyone curious about what local animators are doing with these tools right now. Rated IIB (not suitable for children). English and Chinese subtitles throughout. Opens 22 August at selected cinemas.

Crew

  • Director Mandy Tsang
  • Director Kat Luk
  • Director So Yat Man
  • Director Lau Ho Leung
  • Director Ng Kai Chung
  • Director Tsang Fung Chi
  • Director James Hung

Common questions

How long is the programme?
109 minutes in total.
What is the Hong Kong certificate?
IIB – not suitable for children and young persons.
Are there subtitles?
Yes, English and Chinese subtitles are provided throughout.
Is this suitable for children?
No. The IIB rating means it is not recommended for children.

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