【KIFF 2025 Inclement Weather Arrangement｜August 2 (Saturday)】
The Black Rainstorm Warning Signal is currently in effect. For everyone’s safety, all KIFF film screenings and workshops scheduled for today (August 2) will be cancelled.
🎨 For those who registered for today’s workshops — don’t worry! KIFF has already arranged the rescheduled sessions 👇
👩🎨 MAIKA
📅 Rescheduled Date: August 17 (Sunday)
🎬 Film Start Time: 14:00
🕐 Workshop Start Time: 13:00
👧 The Perks of Being Wild
📅 Rescheduled Date: August 17 (Sunday)
🎬 Film Start Time: 16:30
🕐 Workshop Start Time: 15:30
If you are unable to attend on August 17, you may apply for a refund via the FWD MAX platform within 7 days. Please refer to the FWD MAX ticketing page for details.
🎟️ If you hold tickets for either of the above screenings, you may choose within 7 days to:
1️⃣ Visit the PREMIERE ELEMENTS box office in person for a refund
2️⃣ Exchange for another KIFF screening (subject to seat availability)
🎨 For those who have registered for workshops on July 20, KIFF has arranged make-up sessions below
👩🎨 Hola, Frida
📅 Rescheduled to: Saturday, August 16
Movie Time: 13:40
Workshop Start Time: 12:40
👧 Nawi: Dear Future Me
📅 Rescheduled to: Saturday, August 16
Movie Time: 15:40
Workshop Start Time: 14:40
If you are unable to attend the rescheduled workshops on August 16, you may request a refund via the FWD MAX platform. Please refer to the FWD MAX ticketing page for more details.
Behind the Cine Workshop – Little Usher
For Parent & Child｜10 pairs per session
Ever wondered what it’s like to work in a cinema? In this fun and interactive workshop, kids and their parents will first get a backstage tour of the projection room, discovering the behind-the-scenes magic of how movies are played.
Then, children will become Little Ushers — learning how to greet guests, guide them to their seats, and experience the cinema from a staff’s point of view.
After completing their usher “duty,” participants will enjoy a movie screening together, making this a fun and memorable parent-child outing!
Target: Children aged 5 upon
Workshop Length: One hour before each KIFF screening starts, 30 to 45 minutes in duration
Venue: PREMIERE ELEMENTS
Language: Cantonese
Fee included: 2 movie tickets one for adults and one for children
Fee: $290
Registration Start Date: June 19 at 11:00 AM
Exclusive Registration via FWD MAX: https://fwdmax.fwd.com.hk/Ticketing
Date | Workshop Start Time | Movie | Movie Start Time |
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July 19 (Sat) | 01:00 PM | The Perks of Being Wild | 02:00 PM |
July 19 (Sat) | 02:30 PM | Maika | 03:30 PM |
July 20 (Sun) CANCELLED | 12:40 PM | Hola, Frida | 01:40 PM |
July 20 (Sun) CANCELLED | 02:40 PM | Nawi: Dear Future Me | 03:40 PM |
July 26 (Sat) | 12:40 PM | Space Cadet | 01:40 PM |
July 26 (Sat) | 02:45 PM | The Glassworker | 03:45 PM |
July 27 (Sun) | 12:40 PM | Babe (1996) | 01:40 PM |
July 27 (Sun) | 02:50 PM | Prank | 03:50 PM |
Aug 2 (Sat) CANCELLED | 01:00 PM | Maika | 02:00 PM |
Aug 2 (Sat) CANCELLED | 03:30 PM | The Perks of Being Wild | 04:30 PM |
Aug 3 (Sun) | 12:40 PM | Nawi: Dear Future Me | 01:40 PM |
Aug 3 (Sun) | 03:05 PM | Space Cadet | 04:05 PM |
Aug 9 (Sat) | 12:40 PM | The Glassworker | 01:40 PM |
Aug 9 (Sat) | 03:00 PM | Hola, Frida | 04:00 PM |
Aug 10 (Sun) | 12:40 PM | Prank | 01:40 PM |
Aug 10 (Sun) | 02:50 PM | Babe (1995) | 03:50 PM |
Aug 16 (Sat) | 12:40 PM | Hola, Frida | 01:40 PM |
Aug 16 (Sat) | 02:40 PM | Nawi: Dear Future Me | 03:40 PM |
Aug 17 (Sun) | 01:00 PM | Maika | 02:00 PM |
Aug 17 (Sun) | 03:30 PM | The Perks of Being Wild | 04:30 PM |
Please refer to English version for final workshop schedule arrangement
Behind the Cine Workshop – Junior Film Editor
For Parent & Child｜10 pairs per session
Step into the world of traditional cinema! This workshop introduces children to the origin of film reels, and guides them to try a hands-on experience using a real film splicer. Kids will learn how to cut and join film strips — simple, fun, and creatively engaging.
After the activity, families will watch the day’s featured film, followed by a tour of the projection booth, where they’ll learn how film is screened to audiences.
A full journey through film history, hands-on creativity, and cinematic appreciation — all in one session!
Target: Children aged 5 upon
Workshop Length: One hour before each KIFF screening starts, 30 to 45 minutes in duration, another 30 minutes for screening room visiting.
Venue: PREMIERE ELEMENTS
Language: Cantonese
Fee included: 2 movie tickets one for adults and one for children
Fee：$290
Registration Start Date: June 19 at 11:00 AM
Exclusive Registration via FWD MAX: https://fwdmax.fwd.com.hk/Ticketing
Date | Movie Start Time | Movie | Projection Room Visit Time | Workshop Start Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
July 19 (Sat) | 02:00 PM | The Perks of Being Wild | 03:11 PM | 01:00 PM |
July 19 (Sat) | 03:30 PM | Maika | 05:38 PM | 02:30 PM |
July 20 (Sun) CANCELLED | 01:40 PM | Hola, Frida | 03:22 PM | 12:40 PM |
July 20 (Sun) CANCELLED | 03:40 PM | Nawi: Dear Future Me | 05:43 PM | 02:40 PM |
July 26 (Sat) | 01:40 PM | Space Cadet | 03:26 PM | 12:40 PM |
July 26 (Sat) | 03:45 PM | The Glassworker | 05:43 PM | 02:45 PM |
July 27 (Sun) | 01:40 PM | Babe (1995) | 03:31 PM | 12:40 PM |
July 27 (Sun) | 03:50 PM | Prank | 05:41 PM | 02:50 PM |
Aug 2 (Sat) CANCELLED | 02:00 PM | Maika | 04:08 PM | 01:00 PM |
Aug 2 (Sat) CANCELLED | 04:30 PM | The Perks of Being Wild | 05:41 PM | 03:30 PM |
Aug 3 (Sun) | 01:40 PM | Nawi: Dear Future Me | 03:43 PM | 12:40 PM |
Aug 3 (Sun) | 04:05 PM | Space Cadet | 05:51 PM | 03:05 PM |
Aug 9 (Sat) | 01:40 PM | The Glassworker | 03:38 PM | 12:40 PM |
Aug 9 (Sat) | 04:00 PM | Hola, Frida | 05:42 PM | 03:00 PM |
Aug 10 (Sun) | 01:40 PM | Prank | 03:31 PM | 12:40 PM |
Aug 10 (Sun) | 03:50 PM | Babe (1996) | 05:41 PM | 02:50 PM |
Aug 16 (Sat) | 01:40 PM | Hola, Frida | 03:22 PM | 12:40 PM |
Aug 16 (Sat) | 03:40 PM | Nawi: Dear Future Me | 05:43 PM | 02:40 PM |
Aug 17 (Sun) | 02:00 PM | Maika | 04:08 PM | 01:00 PM |
Aug 17 (Sun) | 04:30 PM | The Perks of Being Wild | 05:41 PM | 03:30 PM |
Please refer to English version for final workshop schedule arrangement
KIFF Film Festival – Adverse Weather Arrangements
*(Applicable for Typhoon Signal No. 8 or above / Black Rainstorm Warning)*
1. Cancellation Policy
✅ All film screenings related to workshops will be CANCELLED during the following periods:
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While the warning is in effect
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2 hours before the warning is issued
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2 hours after the warning is cancelled
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📢 Please stay tuned to our social media channels for the most up-to-date information.
2. Refund & Rescheduling
🛠️ Workshops
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Refund arrangements for affected sessions will be processed through the FWD MAX platform. Please refer to the ticketing page for details.
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Rescheduled sessions will take place within August. For updates on alternative dates, please stay tuned to our website and social media channels.
3. Important Notes
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Screening/worshop changes are subject to availability (early processing recommended).
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We reserve the right to make the final decision on any changes or arrangements.