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JAFF Market Opens: Indonesia’s Film Ecosystem Growth

JAFF Market Sees Significant Growth in Second YearTable of ContentsJAFF Market Sees Significant Growth in Second YearA Young Market with Big AmbitionsIncreased ParticipationKey Takeaways The second edition of the JAFF Market opened in Yogyakarta with a vibrant customary…

JAFF Market Opens: Indonesia’s Film Ecosystem Growth

JAFF Market Sees Significant Growth in Second Year

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The second edition of the JAFF Market opened in Yogyakarta with a vibrant customary Hanoman dance performance. Market director Linda Gozali, also a producer with Magma Entertainment, formally launched the program, signaling a strategic phase in the platformS evolution.

A Young Market with Big Ambitions

Gozali emphasized the market’s youth, stating, “It’s a baby – JAFF is 20 years old, and our market is only in its second edition.” She was referring to the jogja-Netpac Asian Film Festival, the established Yogyakarta festival that serves as the foundation for the JAFF Market. Despite its relative newness, Gozali expressed confidence in its potential, describing it as “a reliable and structured, future-oriented industry platform.”

Increased Participation

This year’s market boasts a considerable increase in participation.gozali announced, “This year we have 116 exhibitors, 122 companies…” This growth indicates a rising interest in the JAFF Market as a key industry event in the Asian film landscape.

Key Takeaways

  • The JAFF Market is a relatively new industry platform connected to the long-running Jogja-Netpac Asian Film Festival.
  • Market director Linda Gozali envisions a strategic and future-oriented advancement for the platform.
  • The second edition demonstrates significant growth with 116 exhibitors and 122 companies participating.

Publication Date: 2025/11/29 13:59:18

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