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International Short Film Festival SSFF & ASIA 2025: Jury Announcement

The excitement around the Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia (SSFF & ASIA) 2025 has reached new heights with the announcement of its official jury members. This prestigious festival, recognized by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, stands as one of the largest international short film festivals in Asia. It has been a platform for showcasing exceptional short films, with nominees in various categories being considered for the prestigious Academy Awards nominations in the short film categories for the following year.

A Diverse Jury Panel

In this year's competition, nine distinguished figures from the film industry will come together to evaluate the submissions. The jury includes:

• - Juri Ueno (Actor)
• - Miyuki Fukumura (Producer)
• - Shunji Iwai (Director)
• - Satoshi Jinbo (Actor)
• - Tao Okamoto (Actress)
• - Ryohei Odai (Actor)
• - Tomoyuki Sugiyama (President of Digital Hollywood University)
• - Debo Adedayo (Actor/Producer)

Each of these jurors brings a unique perspective, enriching the evaluation process for this year's short films. Debo Adedayo, known for his impactful works and significant social messages, will bring an international flair to the jury as he joins Japanese talents who have made outstanding contributions to cinema.

Categories Under Review

The SSFF & ASIA 2025 encompasses a broad range of categories, including:

1. International Live Action Category: Out of 1,980 submissions from 91 countries, 29 films will be nominated.
2. Non-Fiction Category: 295 works from 35 countries will see 14 nominated films.
3. Asia International Category: From 738 submissions across 23 Asian countries (excluding Japan), 21 films will be shortlisted.
4. Japan Category: Among 218 submitted works, 21 films will be nominated.
5. Animation Category: 417 entries from 52 countries will lead to 25 nominations.

The jurors in these categories are tasked with the significant duty of selecting the nominated films that showcase extraordinary creativity and storytelling. Their selections will hold a pivotal role in the film community's engagement with emerging talents.

Award Ceremony

The culmination of this event will take place at the award ceremony scheduled for June 11, 2025, where winners from each category, including the prestigious George Lucas Award for the Grand Prix, will be announced. This year's awards mark a historic moment as the festival expands its connection with the global film industry and provides filmmakers with opportunities to reach international audiences.

Ticket Information

Tickets for the awards ceremony will go on sale starting May 10, 2025, and can be purchased online. Attendees will have the chance to witness the live announcement of the award winners, as well as being part of a celebrated event that highlights the creativity of filmmakers.

The SSFF & ASIA aims to remain a vibrant hub for nurturing young talents and fostering new cinematic languages. With an aim to expand the appreciation of short films, this festival continues to play a crucial role in the global cinematic community.

Explore more about the festival and secure your tickets by visiting the official website. Join us for this extraordinary celebration of short films from around the world!