01Theme
National heroes and heroic battles
Creative reimaginings of Vietnamese national heroes, their battles and legacies.
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AI-Powered Content Creation CompetitionVietnam AI Film · 1st Edition — 2026
Vietnamese Legends Through AI — Vietnam AI Film 2026
Using artificial intelligence to retell Vietnam's history, legends, heritage, landscapes and culture in a new cinematic language.
Chapter I: Competition Themes
Three creative themes
02Theme
History, archaeology and Vietnamese culture
Reconstructions of Vietnamese society, culture and heritage rooted in authoritative sources.
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03Theme
Landscapes, tourism & local culture
Showcasing scenic beauty, heritage sites, festivals, craft villages and cultural landmarks of Vietnam.
Learn moreChapter II — Rules
Transparent & open
Four foundational articles that define the competition.
01
Format
Short films, trailers, concept videos, AI animation, AI-augmented live action, AI music videos / OSTs.
02
Duration
1 to 5 minutes. The organizers publish detailed limits per category.
03
AI tools
Any lawful AI tools that comply with the rules. A suggested toolkit is included in the official rulebook.
04
Eligibility
Individuals, teams, students, creators, studios and companies — Vietnamese and international.
Entry fee
199.000 ₫
/ individual or team representative. All fees fund production and the jury.
Chapter III
Prizes
& honors
* Prize structure may be adjusted by the organizers as the competition progresses.
Chapter IV — Timeline
Five pages
of the chronicle
From the opening torch to the awards gala — six months carved into five chapters.
I
18 / 05 / 2026
Official launch ceremony
Page One — Genesis
Official launch of “Vietnamese Legends through the AI Lens” on May 18 — the journey begins.
II
01 / 06 / 2026
Registration & entries open
Page Two — First Stroke
At 00:00 on June 1, registration and entry submission open nationwide.
III
31 / 08 / 2026
Submission deadline · Wave 1
Page Three — Wave 1 Close
Wave 1 closes at 17:00 on August 31; judging and results announced on September 25, 2026.
IV
15 / 10 / 2026
Submission deadline · Wave 2
Page Four — Wave 2 Close
Wave 2 runs September 1 to October 15, 2026, open to everyone, with the organizers' reference asset pack.
V
November 2026
Awards gala & talent casting
Page Five — Honors
A closing gala honoring the best works from both waves, combined with casting for actors, voice artists and directors.
Đặc quyền thí sinh
Kho tư liệu văn hoá – lịch sử Việt
Hơn 130 khung hình khảo cứu Trần – Lê – Nguyễn cùng danh mục cổ phục, hoa văn, âm nhạc di sản và bộ prompt mẫu — hỗ trợ thí sinh sáng tác bằng AI đúng tinh thần văn hoá Việt.
Dành riêng cho thí sinh đã xác nhận thanh toán lệ phí.
Tư liệu được tổng hợp từ nguồn chính quy (bảo tàng, viện nghiên cứu, tài liệu công bố) lẫn nguồn sưu tầm cộng đồng, chỉ nhằm mục đích tham khảo học thuật – sáng tác. Bộ asset sẽ liên tục cập nhật trong suốt mùa thi.
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with AI?
Entries open: 00:00 · 01 / 06 / 2026