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BIFAN AI International Conference will be held at the Arts Theater in Bucheon Arts Center under the theme 'AI STEP 2: EXPAND' for 3 days from July 6 (SUN)~July 8 (TUE).

Along with the latest trends in AI content creation, the BIFAN AI International Conference will see overall changes in the field of Education, Policies and AI Creators Showcase.

🖥️ How to Reserve the Ticket?
Ticket reservation is mandatory through BIFAN official website, log-in required

🎫 Ticket Price? Free for all seats

🔎 Notice

- All tickets need to be reserved regardless of having badges, one person could buy up to 4 tickets at one time.

- All seats are sold online and there are no portion for on-site registration.

💌 Contact: Creativity Support Team conference@bifan.kr

Conference Information

Ticket Reservation

�� Posters from the 2025 Focus: France Official Selections

Drive in Bloodbath and VANISHING VULTURES

A distinguished French delegation will visit the 2025 BIFAN, including Gaëtan Bruel, newly appointed Président of the CNC (Centre national du cinéma et de l’image animée) as of this February, along with Jérémie Kessler, Axel Scoffier, and Pierre Morcos.

Launched for the first time last year, ‘Focus: France’ is a special program designed to strengthen collaboration between the Korean and French film industries. The section is proudly supported by CNC(Centre national du cinéma et de l’image animée) and is operated in close partnership with UniFrance and the Embassy of France in Korea(Ambassade de France en République de Corée).

This year, two French genre film projects have been selected for the NAFF Project Market and will be pitched to international industry professionals. Additionally, the newly established CNC Award will offer €5,000 in cash production support to one outstanding project. The final selection will be made by the jury panel, which includes renowned French producer Alexis Perrin, Kwon Hojin from SBS Medianet, and Chang Sanling.

📌 NAFF ‘Focus: France’ Pitching Session
🗓️ Sunday, July 6 | 3:30 PM
📍 1st Floor, Webtoon Convergence Center

In addition to the NAFF Project Market, a variety of French genre films and VR works will also be presented throughout the festival. We look forward to your active participation and interest!

💌 Contact: NAFF Team naff2@bifan.kr

Focus: France Information

Beyond Reality × Bucheon Astronomy Museum

Stories of the Universe Inside the Dome

Beyond Reality presents a new immersive screening format using a dome-shaped space, offering XR content that explores the cosmos in an entirely new way. Cinematic documentaries and celestial content designed around themes like constellations, planets, and the structure of the universe will be presented in the planetarium dome theater at the Bucheon Astronomy Museum.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family & Kids-Friendly Screenings

Beyond Reality welcomes young audiences and families! (Recommended for ages 5–7, and elementary to high school students) Fun and educational content tailored to children is brought to life through immersive dome projections. The lineup includes the Kitz the Cat's series – Kitz the Cat's SUPERMOON ADVENTURE, Kitz the Cat's - Secret of the Space Station, and the Dr.Nyan Meow-It-All series – Dr.Nyan Meow-It-All Wondrous Aurora, Dr.Nyan Meow-It-All Purrplexing Constellation, and KomKom by K3I.

🌌 Cinematic Planetary Content

Explore deep questions about space, light, time, and life through immersive screenings including: Black Hole, New Korean Northern Sky, Cosmos Odyssey, UYUNI – Volcanic Twilights & Milky Way, 16 Sunrises, Dark Biosphere, and Immersive Architecture Essays.
These works bring the cosmos closer than ever before.

🎥 Special Fulldome Shorts by Jérémy Oury

A special showcase of four fulldome short films by French media artist Jérémy Oury will be held at the Bucheon Astronomy Museum’s dome theater. The selection includes: NEST, DESTIN, SKYLARK, and EMERSIVE. Oury explores the intersection of light, sound, and space, investigating the relationship between perception and digital environments.

His work emphasizes immersive visual experiences through geometric distortion, synesthetic audiovisual effects, and minimalist virtual environments that challenge our spatial awareness.

🌠 Outdoor Stargazing Program

Daytime solar observations and nighttime stargazing sessions are offered alongside a special lecture by director Kwon Oh-chul on the Perseid meteor shower. These programs provide a unique blend of science and emotion for visitors of all ages.
*In case of inclement weather, alternative programs will be provided to ensure all guests can experience the wonder of the cosmos.

✨ When the dome opens, the universe unfolds before your eyes.

Let’s meet where the stars cross paths.

Please note: Bucheon Astronomy Museum is located separately from the main exhibition venue, Art Bunker B39. Transportation will be required for visitors planning to attend.

💌 Contact: New Media Team newmedia@bifan.kr