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JAFF21: 254 Films from 34 Countries
JAFF21 showcases 254 films from 34 countries across eight days in Yogyakarta.
In brief
JAFF21 showcases 254 films from 34 countries across eight days in Yogyakarta. JAFF21 will screen 254 films from 34 countries during its eighth-day event in Yogyakarta. Originally reported by Republika Online.
JAFF21 Dates
JAFF21 runs from 28 November 2026 to 5 December 2026 in Yogyakarta.
JAFF21 Theme
JAFF21 uses the theme 'Influx' to explore societal changes through cinema.
Opening Film
Filmed in the Philippines, 'Silenced Nights' by Lawrence Fajardo opens JAFF21.
Closing Film
Japanese film 'You Are the Film' by Makoto Ueda closes JAFF21 after winning the White Raven Award.
Film Selection
254 films from 34 countries will compete in JAFF21's main and non-competitive categories.
The short version
JAFF21 will screen 254 films from 34 countries during its eighth-day event in Yogyakarta.





