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Criteria

FAQs

We welcome films that use emerging AI tools as a core part of how they are conceived and created, where the technology contributes meaningfully to the storytelling

OR

Films that reflect on how AI technologies are affecting the arts in society

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  1. Your film must substantively use AI in some way OR illuminate possible consequences of the AI revolution. It does not need to be 100% computer generated, but you must clearly state in your submission what was and wasn’t AI generated, along with what platforms you used. 

  2. The video must be 3 - 15 minutes in duration with a clear linear underling narrative. 

  3. Artists may submit individually or as a collective. 

Please view the full submission criteria HERE before submitting your film.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The conversation around AI in creative industries is pretty binary; creators are either generating content in isolation or putting their heads in the sand.

    We know human collaboration is a key element of filmmaking. Rather than encourage working on a particular platform and taking over the filmmaking process completely with AI tools, we want to explore how auteur filmmakers can explore AI tools to expand their own ideas. The goal of our festival is to get closer to answering a complicated question. AI was created to optimize efficiency and maximize profit. How can we interact with this technology safely for the benefit of creative innovation?

  • Yes - $250 per category

  • No

  • Every applicant is limited to 1 submission

  • Yes, teams may submit films collaboratively; however, each individual may only be associated with a single submission. For team entries, one member must be designated as the official representative, responsible for submitting the film and communicating on behalf of the group. Any awards will be issued to this representative, who will be solely responsible for distributing them among team members.

  • Submissions will be reviewed according to the following criteria:

    • Overall craft and execution of the film

    • Clarity and unity of its narrative or artistic intent

    • Distinctiveness and creative originality

    • Integration and thoughtful use of AI tools or techniques

    Each submitted film may be entered into up to two award categories.

    Judges will assess each film across all criteria using a scoring scale of 1–12 per category, allowing for a maximum of 48 points from each judge. Final selections are determined by the highest composite average across the full judging panel.

*Generated content refers to any deliverable idea created with generative AI— this includes visual content, audio content, character design, screenplay, storyboard, editing, project management, etc.

  • Submissions must be original works created by you or your team. Entries may not include any material that infringes upon or violates the rights of others, including rights related to privacy, publicity, copyright, trademarks, trade secrets, patents, or any other form of intellectual property. Films can be in any language, and subtitled in English if in another language. You and your collaborators are responsible for securing all necessary permissions and rights to any elements included in the film—such as titles, visuals, text, branding, and music—prior to submission. You can find the full terms and conditions of submission HERE.

  • You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.

  • You can use any software you like!

  • Submissions must include AI-generated content*, which must be acknowledged/cited in the submission form. We encourage filmmakers to marry analogue forms of filmmaking with AI tools.

  • All movies submitted must be between 2 to 20 minutes in length.

  • By submitting your work, you provide the Token Institute and festival with permission to display eligible films across its website, digital platforms, and affiliated channels, and to feature excerpts or stills for promotional and marketing purposes.