A curated list of upcoming funding calls, festival submissions, and workshops relevant to Lao and Southeast Asian filmmakers.
| Opportunity / Fund | Status | Deadline | Eligibility & Focus | Notes & Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purin Film Fund - Production Grant | Expected 2026 | ~ Sep-Oct 2026 (TBC) | Lao & Southeast Asian filmmakers. Short & feature films. | Check Purin.org for official call. |
| Busan ACF (Asian Cinema Fund) | Expected 2026 | ~ June 2026 (TBC) | Asian filmmakers. Development & Post-production funding. | BIFF Website. Major opportunity. |
| ASEAN-ROK Film Fund | Expected 2026 | Varies (Often Q1) | Filmmakers from ASEAN member states. Co-productions. | Government fund. Check ASEAN or Korean Film Council sites. |
| IDFA Bertha Fund (Documentary) | Expected 2026 | ~ May 2026 (TBC) | Documentary filmmakers from developing countries. | IDFA Website. World's top doc fund. |
| Luang Prabang Film Festival | Open (Example) | DD Month 2026 | Lao & Southeast Asian films. Screening submissions. | LPFF Website. Premier regional festival. |