Accredited Buyer

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.

More centralized than Cannes, better weather than Berlin, AFM is the easiest market to conduct business! Complimentary Shuttle service makes it easy to access all AFM venues quickly and comfortably.

AFM’s location in Hollywood’s Backyard offers participants access to more film industry companies and professionals than any other region of the world.

More than 400 new feature films are screened every year at AFM, including 250+ market premieres and 100+ world premieres. They are presented in 29 commercial theatres – the most of any market or festival. Titles range from big budget blockbusters that will be released by the major studios to art and genre films recognized at international film festivals.

AFM Business Matchmaking is a complementary, pre-show tool exclusively for AFM Accredited Buyers and AFM Sales Companies that facilitates face-to-face meetings at AFM, creating new and valuable connections.

Santa Monica is the backdrop for the biggest film deals of the year. That’s because AFM is the meeting place for the world’s Buyers and Sellers. It’s where the industry gathers to discover, preview and buy next year’s most profitable films and projects.