The Festival Beat N°1145 Tallin and AFM in focus

Focus on Italy: A Strategic Hub for International Productions” panel at AFM. It was a great conversation on Italy’s growing role as a production partner for U.S. and international studios. As announced during the session, producer Gary Lucchesi was awarded the title of Cavaliere (Knight) of the Order of the Star of Italy for his contribution to strengthening ties between Hollywood and the Italian industry.   ...

 

15.11.2025 | American Film Market Dailies's blog

AFM News & Updates - Saturday, Nov 15         Day 4 of AFM has been one for the books! This week has f...

 

 

Laundry (Uhlanjululo) Directed by Zamo Mkhwanazi Has Been Picked Up For Global Sales By Summerside Media   Summerside Will Launch Global Sales At AFM   Laundry (Uhlanjululo), from South Africa, written and directed by Zamo Mkhwanazi, has been acquired for International Distribution from the Rome based Summerside Media, announced Summerside Managing Director Francesca Manno.   Following its world premiere in the Discovery section at the Toronto International Film Festival (TI...

 

 

AFM News & Updates - Friday, Nov 14   AFM Day 3 wrapped with remarkable momentum. Attendees filled the Sessions and meetings were running nonstop across the Fairmont — a clear sign the Market is in full swing. Tomorrow begins bright and early at 9 AM with another strong lineup of The AFM Sessi...

 

 

AFM News & Updates - Thursday, Nov 13   Day 2 of the AFM has been a whirlwind! Bumping into colleagues and friends, packed Sessions, meetings at the Innovation Hub, LocationEXPO and the Filmmaker & Networking Lounge! We'll start early tomorrow at 9 AM with incredible AFM Sessions and speakers throughout the day on the Santa Monica Stage (Platinum & Plus Badges required) and Constellation Stage (All Badges, except Day Badges unless noted). Grab your umbrel...

 

 

AFM News & Updates - Wednesday, Nov 12   AFM Day 1 was a vibrant start to this year’s Market. Exhibitors, Buyers, and Producers were all onsite at the Fairmont and AMC for meetings and screenings from morning to night, setting an impressive pace for the week ahead. The momentum continues tomorrow as The AFM Sessions begin, featuring a powerhouse lineup of spe...

 

 

The American Film Market® (AFM®), which officially launches tomorrow, November 11, and runs through November 16 at the Fairmont Century Plaza, has sold out of Exhibition space as the world’s leading independent production, sales, distribution, and buying companies, along with film commissions, production service companies, and AI/technology players, prepare to convene at the Market for its anticipated return to Los Angeles.  This year’s Market will open with more ...

 

 

The global independent industry will all convene in Santa Monica in just a few weeks for AFM25 with hundreds of productions, sales, distribution and buying companies from 70 countries registered. Over 260 companies – from A24 to Zena - as well as international umbrella stands are set to exhibit - with more still being added. To find out more about the Exhibitors coming to AFM, click on the company’s name on the exhibitor list and you’ll be taken to their profile on The Film C...