Home > Application > FAQ 1. Is there any restriction on academic background or gender? There is no restriction on academic background or gender. Any Asian who meets the qualification can apply. 2. I am Asian, but currently staying outside Asia. Can I still apply? Yes, you can if you have an UN defined Asian nationality. 3. Can I attend just a part of the 17 days program? If you are selected, you must complete the whole program from September 25 to October 11, 2008. If you are unable to attend the entire program for any reason, your admission will be automatically withdrawn. 4. How do you select your participants? Our selection process includes a preliminary and final examination. The preliminary examination will be based on your submitted materials selecting triple numbers of the final candidates. The final examination will be taken with phone interview in English and further examination of your submitted materials. Although your portfolio is one of the key criteria for selection, we lay more emphasis on the applicant’s passion for film and his/her potential. 5. How much does it cost to participate in AFA? If you are admitted to the program, AFA will pay for your flight tickets, accommodation and meals for the entire period of the session. 6. Do I need an educational background in film or any experience in film production? You should have professional experience in directing, cinematography, editing or sound design at least for two short films or has worked as a main staff more than one feature film. Your name should be credited for the film to verify your involvement. However, we do not select our participants according to the quality of the film work. Rather, AFA is a program for Asians with passion and talents in film. 7. I have already submitted my portfolio, but can I replace it with a new one? Yes, you can. But the replacement should take place before the application deadline and you must check with the AFA office regarding the replacement as AFA is not responsible for any problem induced by this action, such as loss or misplacement of your portfolio. 8. What is the appropriate length of the portfolio? There is no restriction on the length of the work. 9. Can I get my portfolio back? All materials submitted for application will not be returned. 10. What do I get after the completion of AFA? An AFA completion certificate will be issued to those who finish the program. 11. How can I find out about the selection result? The result will be notified to each applicant on July 2, which will also be posted on our website. 12. Can I participate in Pusan International Film Festival while I am attending AFA? You will be given a PIFF ID and be able to attend some of the festival’s official events and films in accordance with AFA’s schedule. However, we want you to know that AFA will be very tightly scheduled. 13. How does my English ability effect my application? Since Asia is a multilingual continent, English is an important communication medium in AFA and all workshops and classes are delivered in English. However, your English ability does not determine your admission. 14. Do my religion, physical condition, and cultural background affect my application? No. At the end of selection, AFA will do its best to identify and accommodate fellows with special needs and concerns, and will also seek cooperation from other fellows if necessary in order to ensure most conducible work environment for everyone. 15. What is ‘preparation of script’? There will be a workshop for short-film making during the AFA program. The participants admitted to the program will have their scripts ready and send them to AFA by August 4, 2008. Two of film scripts will be selected for filming. The detailed guideline for the script will be given when the fellows are selected. 16. Does the participant whose scenario is chosen get to direct the film? Not necessarily. A director will be chosen based on his/her directing experience, film work and interviews. 17. In order to attend AFA, I will miss my class or work. Can I receive an official letter for my school or      work? An official letter that indicates your attendance in AFA will be sent to you upon your request. E-mail us at afa@piff.org 18. I cannot download the application. What should I do? Please e-mail us at afa@piff.org and we will send you one.