About
All-Inclusive Film International Network
A Brisbane-based, internationally connected film festival that recognises bold storytelling on equal terms, and gives every filmmaker a real night in front of an audience.
AFIN, the All-Inclusive Film International Network, is a Brisbane-based, internationally connected film festival running every year since 2018. Entries are evaluated on artistic value, originality, distributable appeal, production quality, and narrative. Live screenings take place in Brisbane, followed by a formal red-carpet awards ceremony; the 2026 Awards Night was at SunPAC, Brisbane.
AFIN sits inside the Top 100 Best Reviewed festivals on FilmFreeway: a trust signal earned from filmmakers themselves, not from us. That recognition reflects an explicit choice: budget constraints are weighed into every selection, projects submitted in one category are considered for multiple awards, and every entry can choose to add written feedback at an affordable price.
…probably the most wonderful experience I’ve ever had making a character come to life.
AFIN is consistently ranked among the Top 100 Best Reviewed festivals on FilmFreeway : a trust signal earned from filmmakers themselves. Reviews come from entrants who've walked the full submit / screen / award path; no marketing department can game that.
Entries are selected and screened based on their artistic value, originality, globally distributable appeal, production values/quality, and narrative content. The festival includes live screening nights in Brisbane, Australia which are attended by film makers and film lovers alike, and a formal red carpet awards night.
An open, and market orientated film industry event, AFIN supports innovation and exploration in film, and provides networking opportunities for local and international film makers.
AFIN aims to aid in the development and encouragement of film makers regardless of nationality or experience level, and revels in supporting worldwide cultural exchange via cinematic experience.
We value, and seek to recognise films and screenplays which are engaging, thought provoking, and innovative; be that through concept originality, or exploring narrative, premise or style in a new way.
AFIN selects films which celebrate and execute high production values, but also understands that budget restraints can sometimes factor into technical production constraints, and takes this into consideration for all judging and decisions.
AFIN aims to provide a platform for filmmakers and writers to be seen and heard as best as possible. With this goal, filmmakers don't need to submit their projects for multiple categories to be considered for different awards: in fact, each project only needs to be submitted for one category.
With each submission, the project will be considered for several awards, and every entry will be offered feedback. All of this happens with a very affordable price.
The exact October dates are announced here once the venue confirms, and sent to every member, alumni filmmaker and subscriber. Register your interest to be on that list, or follow AFIN on social.
AFIN 2027
On FilmFreeway since Sunday 1 November 2026. 22 awards, and every film can be up for several.
