American Film Institute – AFI Fest 2014

AFI FEST presented by Audi is the American Film Institute’s annual celebration of international cinema from modern masters and emerging filmmakers. It takes place each fall in Hollywood, California and features nightly red-carpet galas, special screenings, conversations and tributes. AFI FEST presents a program of new international cinema from filmmakers from across the globe.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences recognizes AFI FEST as a qualifying festival for both Short Films categories of the annual Academy Awards^®. AFI FEST is Los Angeles’ longest running international film festival and has been bringing the best in world cinema to the film capital of the world since its launch as FILMEX in 1971.

The American Film Market (AFM) is the market partner of AFI FEST. The association between the two events connects art and commerce, broadening the opportunities for all participants, and collectively represents the largest gathering in North America.

AFI members are among the first to receive festival news and updates, as well as an array of other exciting member benefits targeted to motion picture enthusiasts. To learn more about AFI Membership, or to become a member, click here.

For more information about AFI FEST, please e-mail us at AFIFEST@AFI.com or call us toll-free at 1.866.AFI FEST (1.866.234.3378).

For over a century, on and off the road, Audi has nurtured the sporty, sophisticated and progressive values that define our drivers. From the logic of clean diesel technology and the breathtaking beauty of our vehicles, to adrenaline rushes at Infineon Raceway and Olympic glory for the U.S. Ski Team, Audi honors the highest achievements of the competitive and cultural ambitions of America.

As it has for a decade, Audi is proud to continue this tradition by supporting the American Film Institute and present AFI FEST 2014. Through its mission to preserve the history of the motion picture, to honor the artists and their work and to educate the next generation of storytellers, AFI shares the passion Audi has for truth in film.

The American Film Market (AFM) is the market partner of AFI FEST. The association between the two events connects art and commerce, broadening the opportunities for all participants, and collectively represents the largest gathering in North America.

The business of independent motion picture production and distribution reaches its peak every year at the AFM, when more than 8,000 industry leaders converge in Santa Monica for eight days of deal-making, screenings, premieres, networking, parties and conferences. Participants come from more than 70 countries and include acquisition and development executives, agents, attorneys, directors, distributors, festival directors, financiers, film commissioners, producers, writers, the world’s press and all those who provide services to the motion picture industry. The AFM is produced by the Independent Film & Television Alliance (IFTA). More information is online at AmericanFilmMarket.com.

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