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Trends in Hollywood Dealmaking & Sharing of Profits:
A Look Back & Forward at the Risk v. Reward Model
Thursday, Oct. 6th
9:30am (PDT) | 12:30pm (EDT) | 5:30pm (BST) | 6:30pm (CEST)
via Zoom
Moderator:
Anita Wu | Managing Director, GHJ
Speakers:
Peter Klass | Partner, GHJ
James Roiz | SVP, Film Finance & Business Operations, PARTICIPANT
Thi...
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Stealing Cars, Having Sex and Falling in Love with a Native American Twist!
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The AFM Sessions to Feature 100 Industry Leaders, Including Roadside Attractions’
Howard Cohen, Picture Perfect Federation’s Ashley Stern, Constantin Film’s Martin Moszkowicz,
Legion M’s Jeff Annison, Millennium Media’s Jeffrey Greenstein,
Protagonist Pictures’ George Hamilton & Many More
LocationEXPO to Feature Film Commissions, Agencies and Production Service Companies from 30 Countries
The American F...
We had a tremendous turnout for our online orientation, “How to Work the AFM”. If you were unable to participate live, the video recording is available for you to Watch Now! A lot of ground regarding the American Film Market was covered and we hope you come away with greater insight into how the market works, tips for how to prepare for your time at AFM, and helpful tools and practical information. AFM 2022, Nov. 1-6 will be full of opportunities. Whether your ...
With so many recent changes in the business, The AFM Sessions will explore experiences and perspectives on the landscape of our industry – from script to screen. Along with the of 30+ conference sessions and 100 speakers -- leading film executives, producers, decisionmakers, and experts from around the globe -- to our two stages in the Loews Hotel. Speakers from future-oriented companies and organizations, including: Bleecker Street, FilmNation, Lion Forge Animation, Millennium Med...
The AFM Pitch Conference is a must-attend event! Not only will you have the opportunity to watch numerous script pitches in action and learn how to effectively pitch for yourself, but you also can submit a pitch video for the opportunity to take the AFM stage and pitch to our expert panel.
Award-winning producer Cassian Elwes (Mudbound, Dallas Buyers Club) and screenwriting expert Lee Jessup, will be among those who will hear each pitch and give unvarnished feedback – expl...
Whether this is your 43rd AFM or your first, there is so much to discover. Our Santa Monica beachfront campus will serve as the backdrop for production and distribution deals, screenings, panels, premieres, networking, parties and an extraordinary experience for all participants.
126 Sales & Production Companies from around the world confirmed so far!
101 Films International
A24
Access Entertainment
ACE Entertainment Films
All Rights Entertainment
Americ...
The American Film Market® (AFM®) is where the business of film comes to life every November in the world’s filmmaking capital. Participants can immerse themselves for five days and connect with every segment of the global film industry to collaborate, share knowledge, conduct business, and bring film to life.
Here are just some of the reasons why you need to be in Santa Monica this November.
The Who’s Who Of The Global Film Industry
AFM is where you can access the indu...
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Jonathan Wolf and Jérôme Paillard attended the annual filmfestivals.com wine tasting reception for festival directors held at FilmHedge Terrace - 57 la Croisette in partnership with FILMHEDGE: the film fund which just announced their 100M$ new line of credit at Winston Baker Film Finance Forum.
For both Jonathan and Jérôme this was the last "official" Cannes in office. Both had announced a new stage in their life an...
Jonathan Wolf and filmfestivals.com Bruno Chatelin
The Independent Film & Television Alliance® (IFTA®) announced prior to Cannes that Jonathan Wolf, Managing Director of its American Film Market® (AFM®) and EVP of the trade association, will step down when his current term ends on June 30, 2022. Wolf, who has led the AFM for 24 years, will continue on as an advisor through the 2022 AFM, which is set to make its in-person return to Santa Monica for the 43rd edition, N...
Did you miss an #AFMSession this week? Find ALL the sessions under SESSION REPLAYS on the #MyAFM platform for your convenience!
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EXHIBITORS A - Z
Apulia Film Commission
Audiovisual from Spain
Barrow Group, LLC
Busan Film Commission
DIADEMA SERVICE Di V. Doni & c.
Dominican Republic Film Commission
Edmonton Screen Industries Office
Film Alula
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THE LOST GIRLS
Altitude has acquired the UK & Irish distribution rights to fantasy/drama feature The Lost Girls. The film is inspired by J.M. Barrie classic Peter Pan and is based on the novel by Laurie Fox.
The film is written and directed by Livia De Paolis (Emoticon ;)), in which she also features along with an ensemble cast including Joely Richardson (101 Dalmatians, Nip/Tuck), Vanessa Redgrave (Atonement, Letters to Juliet), Julian Oven...
AFM2021 Closing Night was fun and loud with 2 World Premiere Concerts with performances by:
WORLD PREMIERE CONCERT:MICHAEL RYAN & DIFFERENT PLACE
WORLD PREMIERE CONCERT:MICHAEL RYAN & DIFFERENT PLACE
Director: Rob Clother & Chris Barfoot
Michael Ryan (lead vocals), Gil Garagnon (guitar), Brian Gee (drums), Sean Quinn (guitar), Dave Sweetenham (bass), Mark Vennis (guitar and backing vocals), Peter Walker (trumpet, saxophone, flute, percussion)
WORLD PREMIERE CONCERT:MA...
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NETWORKING PAVILION
Floor
9:00 – 11:00am
11:00am – 1:00pm
1:00 – 3:00pm
3:00 – 5:00pm
5:00 – 7:00pm
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Lobby Open Tables
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Mezzanine Open Tables
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Crowdfunding
Pi...
Networking Pavilion
Floor
9:00 – 11:00am
11:00am – 1:00pm
1:00 – 3:00pm
3:00 – 5:00pm
5:00 – 7:00pm
1
Lobby Open Tables
2
Mezzanine Open Tables
3
Pitch Practice
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THE MARKET BEAT FROM THE FILMFESTIVALS.COM TEAM!
Welcome to the release of our daily newsletter from virtual Santa Monica View in your browser
Promote your line up during AFM I email us for a quote
FOLLOW FILMFESTIVALS.COM
Filmfestivals.com will be covering the online AFM 2021 (42 nd edition) with dailies and newsletters.
Take center stage....  ...
9:00 am - 10:00 am
NETWORKING ON FILM FESTIVALS STRATEGY WITH BRUNO CHATELIN
9:00 am - 10:30 am
EUROPE! HOW TO CO-PRODUCE AN INDIE FILM BETWEEN THE US AND EUROPE
Pacific
9:00 am - 10:30 am
WHAT STRATEGIES WORK BEST WHEN MARKETING INDEPENDENT FILMS FOR VOD?
Marina
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Take a moment to learn all about the AFM 2021 Online Networking Pavilion and all it has to offer! We have scheduled a daily session focused on film festival strategy lead by Bruno Chatelin. feel free to join us on the 10th floor, room 8 each day from 9 to 10:00 am
Check the video tutorial to get familiar with our networking rendez vous
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9:00 am - 10:00 am
NETWORKING ON FILM FESTIVALS STRATEGY WITH BRUNO CHATELIN
9:00 am - 10:30 am
IT’S MORE FUN FILMING IN THE PHILIPPINES
Pacific
9:00 am - 10:30 am
THE INDEPENDENT FILM ECOSPHERE – PRESENT & FUTURE
Marina
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
FINANCE CONFERENCE I
BRIDGING...
AFM 2021 Online Launches today November 1 with ‘The Independent Film Ecosphere’ Session Featuring Participant’s Liesl Copland, Upgrade Productions’ Jonathan Kier, The Exchange’s Brian O’Shea & Telepool’s Julia Weber
Full Programming Lineup Unveiled Highlighting Such Topics as VOD, Production Insurance, Documentaries, and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Film with New Speakers Added from BRON, Campfire Studios, DogWoof, GLA...
INDIA SWEETS AND SPICES
LOS ANGELES, October 26, 2021 – Myriad Pictures is pleased to announce the international sales rights acquisition of INDIA SWEETS AND SPICES, a comedy from the producers of CRAZY RICH ASIANS, directed and written by Geeta Malik (Troublemaker). Starring Sophia Ali (Truth or Dare, The Longshots, “Grey's Anatomy”), Manisha Koirala (Sanju, Dil Se.., Company), Adil Hussain (Life of Pi, ...
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About American Film Market Dailies
Prewitt Jean (IFTA) The AFM is not a festival - it is the largest motion picture market in the world. 8,000 industry attendees, including producers, distributors, directors, agents, writers, lawyers & bankers. Over 540 films screened, most world or U.S. premieres.
$US3 Billion spent annually by participants to produce films
8,000+ industry professionals
2,000+ new films and projects
1,000+ production companies
400+ distributors
540+ films screened
100+ world premiers
70+ countries represented
50+ thought leaders speaking
7 days of networking activities
1 beachfront campus that covers it all
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