Upcoming
GENflick: Reimagine. Create. Generate.
Event date
16 Nov - 19 Nov 2026
Page published
20 May 2026
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School of Technology for Arts, Media and Design
GENflick is a high-energy, 72-hour creative sprint designed to empower the next generation of storytellers. Join us from 16-19 Nov and discover the Greater Possibilities.
We challenge content creators aged 14 and up to explore the intersection of human vision and machine intelligence — crafting short, powerful narratives that blend traditional filmmaking with the limitless possibilities of generative AI.
This is more than a competition — it's a playground for bold ideas and cinematic risk-taking — it is the future of storytelling!
GENflick Key Dates
📝 Registration Deadline | 8 Nov |
🎤 Opening Ceremony | 16 Nov |
📆 Event Programme | 4:30pm to 8:30pm |
📥 Submission Deadline | 19 Nov, 5pm via submission link |
Reimagine. Create. Generate. Learn how to use GenAI as a creative partner and tell your story from script to screen at GENflick 2026
Upcoming Workshops
Bring Your GENflick Film from Idea to Audience
A compelling AI film takes more than striking visuals. It needs a strong story, thoughtful refinement and a plan to reach your audience. Whether you’re developing an idea or polishing your GENflick submission, these two workshops will help you move forward.
Discover how Adobe’s generative AI tools can support your creative process, then explore how IPVISE can help you manage, publish and showcase your work. Sign up to learn practical workflows, create more efficiently and understand the intellectual property considerations that come with AI filmmaking.
Workshop 1: Supercharge Your GENflick Project with Adobe GenAI
Turn your ideas into a stronger GENflick submission with Adobe. Through live demonstrations, discover how AI-powered tools can help you develop your story, create visuals and refine your content.
What you’ll learn:
Use generative AI to explore ideas and develop your storytelling.
Apply Adobe’s AI-powered workflows to create and refine content more efficiently.
Learn about access to Adobe Creative Credits and how they can support your project.
Register for the Adobe workshop (opens in new tab)
Workshop 2: From Creation to Distribution with IPVISE
Give your finished film a platform to reach an audience. Join IPVISE to explore AI-supported workflows for publishing, managing and showcasing your creative projects through a streaming and hosting platform. Understand the intellectual property considerations involved so you can share your work more confidently and responsibly.
What you’ll learn:
Explore how AI can support content creation and digital distribution.
Discover practical workflows for publishing, managing and showcasing your film.
Understand key intellectual property and rights management considerations for AI-generated content.
Register for the IPVISE workshop (opens in new tab)
Past fireside chat
Discover how to turn Gen AI into your competitive advantage, boost productivity, build smarter creative workflows, and create stronger ideas that stand out in GENflick and beyond.
This webinar will focus on:
AI as an opportunity multiplier
Real-world tools, workflows and industry applications
Using AI to gain a competitive advantage
Q&A segment
Watch Webinar (opens in new tab)
Meet the speakers
Theresa Ong
Head of Creative Shop for ANZ, India and Southeast Asia, Meta
Jaze Phua
Founder, Gentube
Nelson John
Manager, Solution Consulting for Southeast Asia, Adobe
Ken Hayashida
Lecturer, Diploma in Digital Content Creation, School of Technology for Arts, Media and Design, Republic Polytechnic
Past webinar
Gen AI: Hero, Villain or Creative Partner?
Can Gen AI replace creativity, or can it help you take your ideas further?
Hear from creative and technology leaders from Meta, TSL Media Group and RP as they explore how the next generation of creators can thrive in an AI-powered world.
Discover how to:
Use Gen AI as a creative partner while retaining your unique voice
Develop skills for the future of content creation
Create stronger stories that stand out in GENflick and beyond
Whether you are taking part in GENflick or simply curious about the future of creativity, this session will give you practical insights from those shaping and using AI today.
Celebrating Stories Powered by Creativity and AI
Last year, GENflick brought together creators from diverse backgrounds to explore how AI can shape storytelling in meaningful ways. The inaugural edition showcased microfilms that are thoughtful, inventive, and deeply personal — setting the benchmark for what this challenge can become.
We are proud to present the first GENflick winners and honourable mentions. Watch the winning microfilms that stood out, and stay tuned as GENflick returns in 2026 with even more creative energy.
Watch the 2025 Winning Microfilms
Watch the past winning microfilms (opens in new tab) that impressed our judges with their storytelling, creativity, and use of AI.
GENflick 2025 Winners
Explore the stories that stood out. These GENflick winners turned ideas into powerful films, using AI to shape narratives, visuals, and greater possibilities for storytelling.
Best Use of AI
Open Category
Stuffed with Longing 酿乡愁
By Niki Wang Qianying, Jae Ng Jing Han
A thoughtful exploration of memory and emotion, using AI to enhance storytelling and mood.
Student Category
The Phoenix’s Door to New Beginnings
By Adrea Lim (NP), Sophia Ng (NP)
A symbolic and visually driven story that blends AI tools with narrative intention.
Best Picture
Open Category
The Last Bus
By Saravanan Sam
A visually striking microfilm with strong composition, pacing, and atmosphere.
Student Category
A.L.T
By Jerry Gao (NP)
A confident visual approach that elevates the story through cinematic framing and detail.
Best Character
Open Category
Stuffed with Longing 酿乡愁
By Niki Wang Qianying, Jae Ng Jing Han
A memorable central character that anchors the emotional journey.
Student Category
Celebrate Ordinary Heroes
By Hashireen D/O Abdul Khadar (RP), Davian Tan (RP), Sharveena D/O Nantha Kumar (RP)
A heartfelt tribute that brings everyday heroes to life with warmth and authenticity.
Best Story
Open Category
The Last Bus
By Saravanan Sam
A compelling narrative with emotional clarity and simplicity.
Student Category
A.L.T
By Jerry Gao (NP)
A well-structured story with a strong arc and clear thematic focus.
Honourable Mentions
These microfilms stood out for their originality, effort, and creative potential.
Open Category
CalypSO-097 — Azri Sufyan
PROJECT AMY — Mehraj Begum
AFTERLIFE — Angela Chan, Shawn Tan
New Beginning of Day — Dynax Yiu Wing Ho, Li Fung Yan
Student Category
The Shift — Aleesya Adriana Binte Roslee (RP), Wong Shi Qi Kiana (RP), Leya Ho Lok Nga (RP), Tan Teik Wen (RP)
Inspired by the winning microfilms? You could be next!
Submit your interest now (opens in new tab)
Industry Partners
GENflick is made possible through the support of our industry partners, who bring valuable expertise and perspectives to the challenge.
GENflick 2026 Partners
