[Commlist] Call for Papers: Launch Symposium of the Association for Curators and Programmers of Asian Cinemas (ACPAC)

Call for Papers: Launch Symposium of the Association for Curators and 
Programmers of Asian Cinemas (ACPAC)

Rethinking Film Curation in Asian Cinemas
Date: 4-6 September 2025 | Location: Asian Film Archive, Singapore

The Association for Curators and Programmers of Asian Cinemas (ACPAC) is 
delighted to announce its launch symposium, Rethinking Film Curation in 
Asian Cinemas. This event is co-hosted with the Asian Film Archive (AFA) 
in Singapore and sponsored by Newcastle University, UK.
ACPAC was established as part of the research project Decolonising Film 
Curation: Asian Cinemas as Method, funded by Newcastle University. The 
Asian Film Archive (AFA), an institution dedicated to promoting Asian 
cinema and nurturing the development of film programmers, organises 
screenings, activities, and events to foster a deeper appreciation for 
Asian cinema. With its commitment to advancing understanding and growth 
in the field, the AFA supports ACPAC’s efforts and is keen to be the 
platform for this symposium.

The launch symposium aims to bring together film curators, programmers, 
other industry professionals, and scholars to address the following key 
and pressing questions related to the field of film curation in light of 
technological advancements and shifts in global geopolitics. 1. What 
does film curation encompass, and what is its scope? How do we define 
the roles of film curators and programmers within today’s global 
cultural landscape?
2. Has film curation evolved into a specialised profession, with its own 
standards, skills, and recognition, distinct from broader activities 
like those in film archives or festivals? How does it relate to the film 
industry as a whole and the broader cultural development of societies?
3. What is the current state of film curation within the context of 
Asian cinemas?
4. How should film curators and programmers adapt to address challenges 
brought by shifting global geopolitics and the AI revolution, while 
meeting future demands?
5. Should and can film curation decolonise the appreciation and 
circulation of Asian cinemas in a global context?
We welcome film curators and programmers from all ethnic and cultural 
backgrounds, including freelancers and those working in film archives, 
museums, festivals, and other cultural institutions, to join us in 
building an inclusive and diverse community. Your contribution will 
provide ACPAC with valuable insights into how best to support film 
curators and programmers of Asian cinemas in an evolving professional 
landscape.

Selected presentations from the symposium will have the opportunity to 
be included in an anthology bearing the same title, offering 
contributors the chance to further amplify their work and engage with a 
broader audience.

We look forward to your submissions and to welcoming you to our launch 
symposium.

For inquiries, please contact: (contact /at/ acpacnet.org)


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