Forum 1:

Life After FLY: A New Chapter for Asian Filmmakers

Date & Time: November 4, 2025 | 10:00-12:00

Venue: Cinema 2, Busan Cienma Center

Language: English/Korean with simultaneous interpretation

About

This special roundtable brings together graduates from over a decade of FLY programs to share their stories and experiences. The discussion revisits how FLY shaped their first steps as filmmakers, and how those experiences evolved into creative and professional growth. Rather than simply reflecting on the past, this forum closes one chapter of FLY while asking together: “Where do we go next?”

Panelists

Phichith Rithea (Director, Cambodia) - FLY2012
Giancarlo Abrahan (Director, Philippines) - FLY2013
Luhki Herwanayogi (Director, Indonesia) - FLY2014
Nguyen Luong Hang (Director, Vietnam) - FLY2015
Jolinna Ang (Cinematographer, Singapore) - FLY2016
Aaqiil Ahmad (Director, Brunei) - FLY2017
Yazeid Suhaimi (Director, Malaysia) - FLY2018
Patiparn Boontarig (Director, Thailand) - FLY Film Lab 2019
Xaypaseuth Xayyalath (Cinematographer, Lao PDR) - FLY2023
John Thomas Trinidad (Director, The Philippines) - FLY2024
Pyae Zaw Phyo (Director, Myanmar) - 2025 FLY POST LAB

Moderator:

Kim Sungho (Director, Korea) - FLY2024 & 2025 Directing Instructor

Key Topics

1. From FLY to Film

How did the FLY experience influence your creative journey afterward?

2. Challenges & Growth

What challenges and changes have you faced as a young filmmaker in Asia?

3. The Next Chapter

Where are you headed after FLY, and what do you look forward to next?

Forum 2:

Exploring Korean-ASEAN Co-production Models: From Production to Market

Date & Time: November 4, 2025 | 13:00-15:00

Venue: Cinema 2, Busan Cienma Center

Language: English/Korean with simultaneous interpretation

About

As FLY celebrates 11 years of fostering Korean-ASEAN film collaboration, this forum brings together experienced producers and filmmakers to share their co-production journeys and practical insights. Panelists will discuss their real-world experiences, challenges, and successes, offering FLY alumni and emerging filmmakers concrete guidance on initiating and navigating international collaborations, while exploring future opportunities in the Korean-ASEAN film landscape.

Panelists

Maenum (Chagasik) Lou (Producer, Thailand) - 2023 FLY POST LAB
Lee Yve Vonn (Producer, Malaysia) - 2023 FLY POST LAB
Carlo Enciso Catu (Director/Producer, Philippines) - FLY2016
Choi Yuno (Producer, Korea) - SATE (Sidus And Teu Entertainment)

Moderator:

Kim Young (Producer, Korea) - MIRU Pictures

Key Topics

Diverse international co-production experiences and lessons learned
How to initiate your first international collaboration
Navigating funding, contracts, and partnerships
Overcoming cultural and practical challenges
Market strategies and distribution insights
Future opportunities in Korean-ASEAN cinema