Produced by the Independent Film & Television Alliance^®, AFM is where the global film business comes together to shape what’s next.

AFM is the premier marketplace for the acquisition, development, financing, and distribution of independent film, television, and premium content for audiences worldwide.

Distinctly business-focused, hundreds of millions of dollars in global distribution and financing deals are generated each year across projects at every stage, from development through completed films, as companies from around the world come together to connect and move projects forward.

At AFM, creativity and commerce converge, bringing together thousands of industry professionals from more than 85 countries across every corner of the global industry. The entire independent ecosystem, including producers, sales agents, buyers, financiers, writers, directors, agents, lawyers, and executives from leading independent companies, comes together with those who champion independent content to discover new opportunities, forge partnerships, and advance projects.

AFM also features The AFM Sessions, a dynamic conference program of 30+ panels offering practical insights from the executives, creators, and dealmakers shaping today’s industry, exploring the opportunities and technologies emerging across the business while addressing the challenges and shifts redefining it. Alongside the Sessions, dedicated programs include LocationEXPO^®, connecting filmmakers with film commissions, production service organizations and global production partners, as well as the Innovation Hub, spotlighting emerging AI and technology companies and platforms transforming the industry.

With opportunities across every facet of the business, AFM offers an unparalleled environment for engagement, connection, discovery, and collaboration. The relationships formed and deals initiated here continuing to shape companies, careers, and the global business long after the market concludes.