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AFM is more business-oriented than any other film market. The entire independent film community of decision makers is in one convenient location, allowing you to focus entirely on the business of film, without the distraction of a film festival. Time spent here always yields returns.

Films and projects from around the world – in all stages of development and production – are presented every year at AFM. That’s because most of the word’s films are financed, produced and/or distributed by AFM participants.

AFM’s beachfront Santa Monica locale allows you to foster relationships within the Hollywood community, home to more film industry companies and professionals than anywhere else in the world.

Hollywood’s largest Conference offer attendees knowledge and insights, and an opportunity to hear from the industry’s global thought leaders, decision makers and experts. Panels explore specialized topics and timely issues. The Writers’ Workshop helps shape screenplays into compelling narratives that will resonate with studios, investors and global audiences. And industry experts share their expertise throughout a diverse series of Programs.

400+ Production and Distribution/Sales companies from more than 50 countries set up offices at AFM for a week of deal-making. Connect with 1,000s of decision makers – in offices, at conferences & roundtables and during evening receptions.

Meet with 100+ film commissions, production facilities and service companies from around the world that can quickly get your film moving. Together they offer billions of dollars in production incentives.