Foreword by the Festival Director
Each year, Jakarta Film Week becomes a space where filmmakers, audiences, and film enthusiasts come together to meet, share, and grow.
Now, in its fifth edition, we celebrate this journey with a spirit that continues to shine brightly — to create, to experiment, and to strengthen the cinematic network in Jakarta and beyond.
Indonesian cinema continues to thrive. Our filmmakers are gaining international recognition, forging new collaborations, and sharing stories that reflect the richness and diversity of our culture. With this year’s theme, “Reignite,” we invite everyone to renew the collective spirit of the festival — to dream boldly, experiment freely, and spark meaningful change. It is also a reminder to open more doors for emerging voices and to affirm Jakarta’s place as a vibrant, inspiring city of cinema.
Our 2025 lineup features competition programs including Global Feature, Global Short, Global Animation, Direction Award, and Jakarta Film Fund. Beyond competition, we present a range of thematic programs — Emergency Broadcast, Herstory, Fantasea, Classique, and Family Time — along with special awards recognizing outstanding achievements in filmmaking.
Meanwhile, the JFW NET – Industry Program, supported by MTN, continues to serve as a bridge between creativity and opportunity. Through initiatives such as the Producer Lab, Festival Meeting, Pitching Forum, Business Forum, Masterclass, and Talents Hub, we aim to empower young filmmakers and connect them with professionals across the industry.
May Jakarta Film Week 2025 be more than just a celebration of cinema — may it be a spark that ignites creativity, empowers new voices, and strengthens Jakarta’s place as a dynamic hub of world cinema.