Vesoul International Asian Film FestivalFestival international des cinémas d’Asie de Vesoul

An annual international film festival held in Vesoul (Haute-Saône) focused on cinema from Asia. Established in 1995, it is the oldest and one of the largest Asian cinema festivals in the world. Each year it screens around 90 films (feature and short, fiction and documentary) from East, Southeast, South, and Central Asia. The festival is known for the award of the "Cyclo d'Or" top prize and various sections celebrating Asian cinema. It attracts both Asian film enthusiasts and local audiences; special programs often include retrospectives and notable filmmakers (e.g. Asian directors visit for presentations). The festival is an important cultural bridge, raising awareness of Asian cultures in the region 1 2.

Started by film aficionados to introduce Asian cinema to France, the festival plays a role in promoting cultural exchange. It highlights the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region (Vesoul and Haute-Saône) as a center for Asian arts. The event is supported by an association, local government, and cultural networks (e.g. NETPAC). It has a strong identity in Vesoul, often involving local cinemas and the Edwige Feuillière theatre 1.