Langkawi International Film Festival (LIFF) 2025
Theme: Cinema, Culture & Island Stories
Location: Langkawi UNESCO Global Geopark, Malaysia
Festival Venue Hub: Likely at Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre (MIEC), Kuah Cultural Zone & Open-Air Seaside Screening Venues
Organiser: Langkawi Development Authority (LADA) in partnership with National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS) and international film bodies & creative industry networks.
About LIFF 2025
The Langkawi International Film Festival (LIFF) 2025 is a global cinematic celebration set against the breathtaking landscapes of Langkawi — where cinema meets nature, culture, and world heritage. As an emerging international film platform, LIFF aims to:
-
Showcase international and ASEAN cinema
-
Promote Langkawi as a film-friendly destination
-
Inspire filmmakers to tell stories rooted in nature, geoparks, culture, heritage, and humanity
-
Encourage film tourism (Cine-Tourism) and position Langkawi as Malaysia’s Island of Arts & Creative Expression
Festival Experience
LIFF 2025 is expected to feature:
| Segment | Experience |
|---|---|
| Red Carpet & Opening Gala Night | Welcoming filmmakers, stars, directors, and media from around the world |
| International Film Screenings | Featuring regional cinema, global indie films, documentary showcases & environmental films |
| Outdoor Cinema by the Sea | Iconic open-air screenings with Langkawi sunset as a backdrop — a unique island cinema experience |
| Film Tourism Promotions | Introducing Langkawi as a filming location with breathtaking geopark landscapes and cinematic natural scenery |
| Workshops & Masterclasses | Conducted by international directors, cinematographers, scriptwriters & film industry pioneers |
| Youth Filmmaker Lab | Platform for Malaysian and ASEAN young filmmakers to showcase talent and receive mentorship |
| Cultural Integration | Traditional performances, island folklore storytelling, heritage village filming showcases |
Film Categories & Awards
LIFF 2025 is likely to honour excellence in categories such as:
-
Best International Feature
-
ASEAN Film Excellence Award
-
Best Documentary on Nature & Environment
-
Best Island Story / Coastal Cinema
-
Best Short Film
-
Young Filmmaker Award
-
Audience Choice – Island Sunset Screening Award
Why Langkawi?
Langkawi’s stunning geopark landscapes, mystical legends, pristine beaches, waterfalls, caves, mangroves, and traditional kampung settings make it a cinematic paradise. Through LIFF 2025, Langkawi aims to attract filmmakers, inspire film-based tourism, and create an international creative hub on the island.
Impact & Vision
LIFF 2025 focuses on:
-
Bridging cinema, nature, culture & creative economy
-
Empowering local film talents and youth creatives
-
Connecting global film networks to Langkawi
-
Supporting creative tourism and island branding
