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It’s good to be back …at AFM 2022 Newsletter N°3
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Every Fall, the Global Film Industry Converges in Santa Monica: Filmmakers, producers, directors and writers from around the world come to AFM to gain exposure, discover new projects and make deals.
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Finance I: The Risk Takers
What does it take to raise money for an independent …
02 NOV
9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Arcadia
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Filming in Italy: The Attractiveness of Tax Incentives and Unique Locations
Film and television productions in Italy have soared in recent …
02 NOV
9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Palisades
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Finance II: Strategies for Today’s VOD Dominated World
Production finance experts provide an international perspective on financing films …
02 NOV
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Arcadia
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A Story Analyst’s Approach to Screenwriting: A Workshop on the ins and outs of Screenplay Development
Whether you are writing a studio feature or an independent …
02 NOV
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Palisades
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Inspiration is Everywhere: Accessing & Adapting Existing IP for the Screen
Creating films from pre-existing works is not limited to Studio …
02 NOV
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Arcadia
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‘Mo Channels, ‘Mo Problems, but ‘Mo Money?
Viewers want to be one click away from viewing any …
02 NOV
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Palisades
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From Concept to Audience: How Films Come to Life
Filmmakers, producers, and executives share the journey and process of …
02 NOV
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Arcadia
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Pump Up the Volume – Virtual Production for Indie Filmmakers
Learn from cutting-edge industry leaders who are currently employing virtual …
02 NOV
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Palisades
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“It s good to be back” On the eve of the opening of the 43rd edition of the AFM filmfestivals.com co founder Bruno Chatelin sat down at Film Mode Entertainment offices (Loews 5th floor 509) with Clay Epstein : Elected Chairman of the IFTA Board of Directors and President, Film Mode Entertainment 2 hats, and two responsabilities which he accepted to share with our audience. When asked what would be the best one tip he could gice any new comer to …
First AFM for newly appointed Co-Managing Directors Matthew Thompson and Catherine Girard-Cobb
IFTA announced new executive additions to its AFM team. Matthew Thompson and Catherine Girard-Cobb have been appointed to the newly created roles of Co-Managing Directors, AFM, reporting to President & CEO Jean Prewitt. They join long-time IFTA Vice Presidents Jennifer Garnick and Robin Burt to develop and support the overall vision, operations and production of the AFM. Thompson, who brings 25 years of event management and production experience, will oversee the AFM Attendee se…
289 exhibitors ready to welcome the industry gathered in Santa Monica for AFM
The only independently produced sales market in the industry, AFM Exhibitor registration is trending strong with 289 companies registered, including sales, production and distribution companies, as well as international trade organizations, film commissions and production service companies. Confirmed exhibiting companies include: A24, Altitude Film Entertainment, Charades, CJ ENM, Contents Panda, Emperor Motion Pictures, Film Mode Entertainment, FilmNation, Gaumont, G…
The AFM Sessions to feature 100 industry leaders
The AFM Sessions to Feature 100 Industry Leaders, Including Roadside Attractions’ Howard Cohen, Picture Perfect Federation’s Ashley Stern, Constantin Film’s Martin Moszkowicz, Legion M’s Jeff Annison, Millennium Media’s Jeffrey Greenstein, Protagonist Pictures’ George Hamilton & Many More LocationEXPO to Feature Film Commissions, Agencies and Production Service Companies from 30 Countries The American F…
Watch “How to Work the AFM” Replay + Pitch & Screenings
We had a tremendous turnout for our online orientation, “How to Work the AFM”. If you were unable to participate live, the video recording is available for you to Watch Now! A lot of ground regarding the American Film Market was covered and we hope you come away with greater insight into how the market works, tips for how to prepare for your time at AFM, and helpful tools and practical information. AFM 2022, Nov. 1-6 will be full of opportunities. Whether your …
THE BUZZ MAKERS
Sales agent and executive producer Protagonist Pictures today unveiled the first look at Academy Award-nominee Saoirse Ronan in director Nora Fingscheidt’s highly anticipated adaptation of Amy Liptrot’s best-selling memoir The Outrun. Fingscheidt wrote the adaptation in collaboration with Liptrot. Protagonist Pictures is handling worldwide sales and is co-repping North American sales with CAA Media Finance. The Outrun was optioned by Brock Media’s Sarah Bro…
We are excited to announce that RightsTrade, the #1 global marketplace for film and TV, has been acquired by Cinelytic, the #1 content intelligence platform powering decision making in the entertainment industry. Read more in Screen Daily: The powerhouse combination of Cinelytic and RightsTrade provides Film & TV professionals the best-in-class tools, crea…
Available Worldwide- Loews 547 presenting Mercy Falls starring Lauren Lyle as seen in the Outlander series, as the title character in ITV’s Karen Pirie, and just announced in Studiocanal’s upcoming shark thriller Something In The Water …
Pinnacle Peak Pictures are taking meetings in the LOEWS 824 Click here to request avails. Click here to request trailers, screeners or promos. …
Pathe today announced that Faith Penhale will be joining its UK operation, Pathe Productions Limited, on 1st March 2023 as its new Managing Director. Penhale is currently CEO of Lookout Point, one of the UK’s leading producers of scripted television, responsible for such critical and commercial hits as GENTLEMAN JACK, LES MISERABLES, HAPPY VALLEY and WAR & PEACE. In her new role, Penhale’s immediate focus will be on leading Pathe UK’s expansion into televis…
THE AFM Sessions Adds Panels Focused on Social Impact and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Featuring Lion Forge Animation, NAACP, Outfest, Participant, Pepperdine University Philmco, REFRAME, SAG-AFTRA and SIE Society The 43th American Film Market® (AFM®) will opens its doors today, November 1 and welcomes the global industry back to Santa Monica for the first time since 2019. For six days, film finance, production, sales and distribution executives from 70 countries will be in…
The Pitch Conference A good pitch can get a bad film made while … 05 NOV 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM Arcadia VIEW DETAIL Filmmaking in Louisiana 101 Join officials from the State of Louisiana as they share … 05 NOV 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Palisades VIEW DETAIL Producing for Platforms and Networks Cable networks and streaming platforms are producing, commissioning and acquiring … 05 NOV 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM Arcadia VIEW DETAIL Setti…
Independent Features with Big Profit Potential As a filmmaker, what should drive decision making as you … 04 NOV 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM Arcadia VIEW DETAIL Keep it Cool – Film in Finland Finland: a land branded by the elements and characterized by … 04 NOV 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM Palisades VIEW DETAIL The Producer / Sales Agent Dynamic Sales agents and producers from around the world discuss their … 04 NOV 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM…
Oct 31st Ready and still empty hall at AFM LOEWS Hotspot ! Funny unusual feeling. Also remember when pressing the buttons in the lift: groundfloor is level 4 🙂 …
First look at “Tales of Babylon” by Pelayo De Lario ahead of the Market Premiere
Crime Thriller, Second film I 120 mn I UK October 2022 I Groucho Arts Ltd I Available for worldwide sales
Synopsis: In this ultra-hip crime thriller, X and Y are two hitmen which storyline is interwoven with other two hitmen: Mother Nature and The Professional. The lives of these hitmen, a bartender, a kid, her brother, and their gangster leader grandfather intertwine in these wild tales of violence, family and redemption. In this tale of family, crime, and violence in London,…
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The AFM Sessions Take Center Stage
With so many recent changes in the business, The AFM Sessions will explore experiences and perspectives on the landscape of our industry – from script to screen. Along with the of 30+ conference sessions and 100 speakers — leading film executives, producers, decisionmakers, and experts from around the globe — to our two stages in the Loews Hotel. Speakers from future-oriented companies and organizations, including: Bleecker Street, FilmNation, Lion Forge Animation, Millennium Med…
Trends in Hollywood Dealmaking & Sharing of Profits: A Look Back & Forward at the Risk v. Reward Model
RSVP Now for the IFTA Connect Session… Trends in Hollywood Dealmaking & Sharing of Profits: A Look Back & Forward at the Risk v. Reward Model Thursday, Oct. 6th 9:30am (PDT) | 12:30pm (EDT) | 5:30pm (BST) | 6:30pm (CEST) via Zoom Moderator: Anita Wu | Managing Director, GHJ Speakers: Peter Klass | Partner, GHJ James Roiz | SVP, Film Finance & Business Operations, PARTICIPANT Thi…
Discover a Transformed Thai Film Industry and the Latest Benefits of Filming in Thailand The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), Ministry of Commerce, Royal Thai Government hosts Thai Night AFM 2022 at American Film Market (AFM) on November 2nd to foster the ongoing development of the Thai Film Industry for this business matching event. DITP has played an active role in the development of Thailand as a growing center of movie making in Asia. Thailand’s a…
Images HERE Interviews available SCREEN TRADES: PILOT TRAINING PROGRAM TO ADDRESS ASSISTANT CAMERA SHORTAGES IN THE LOCAL SCREEN INDUSTRY WITH PANAVISION PRESENTED BY ARTS & CULTURAL EXCHANGE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH TAFE NSW AND LEADING INDUSTRY COLLABORATOR PANAVISION As part of a debut new initiative titled Screen Trades, that is being piloted across New South Wales and aims to address the shor…
‘THE BOY IN THE WOODS’ FEATURE FILM STARRING JETT KYLNE AND RICHARD ARMITAGE BEGINS PRINCIPAL PHOTOGRAPHY IN NORTH BAY, CANADA REBECCA SNOW WRITES AND DIRECTS THE TRUE SURVIVAL STORY FOR LUMANITY AND JOBRO PRODUCTIONS MYRIAD PICTURES WILL BE SELLING THE FILM AT AFM Los Angeles/Toronto 31 Oct, 2022 – Lumanity and JoBro Productions have started principal photography on Rebecca Snow’s THE BOY IN THE WOODS in North Bay, Canada. Myriad Pictures has worldwide (exclud…
Dear Friends, HOPE MARKETING ENT will be attending the AMERICAN FILM MARKET from Nov 1st – 5th. Request for the meeting and RSVP for the screening of GODDAMNED ASURA, Taiwan’s OSCAR entry, please contact Ivy SHEN <international@hope-marketingent.com>. DOWNLOAD FULL LINEUP …
European Film Promotion and Arab Cinema Center Announce the Films Nominated for the Arab Critics’ Awards for European Films 76 Critics From 15 Countries Participate in Selecting the Award European Film Promotion (EFP) and Arab Cinema Center (ACC) have announced the list of European films that will be competing in the 4th Arab Critics’ Awards for European Films. The list includes 23 European films, where 76 Arab critics from 15 countries will watch the films on Festival …
TBA Studios is pleased to announce that we will be at the American Film Market 2022 in person from November 1 to 6, 2022. Come meet with us at American Film Market – Loews 704. GRACE A young man takes down an el…
Love Online A young Canadian woman in London dreams of becoming a successful songwriter. Things are going well until she receives a threatening letter from the government demanding that she return to Ontario. Desperate for a British passport, Chloe decides to find a local husband using internet dating. Rushing from one would be suitor to another, she receives an unexpected education from the University of life and as the day of deportation arrives, she begins to question whether m…
Brand new releases from Summer Hill Films!
Stealing Cars, Having Sex and Falling in Love with a Native American Twist! Check out some brand new releases from Summer Hill Films! Be sure to check out our website at www.summerhillfilms.com to see all our available films. We look forward to working with you throughout the rest of 2022 and beyond! If you’re interested in any of these titles, feel free to schedule a meeting below: FEATURED RELEASE: …
About American Film Market Dailies
(IFTA)
The AFM is not a festival – it is the largest motion picture market in the world. 8,000 industry attendees, including producers, distributors, directors, agents, writers, lawyers & bankers. Over 540 films screened, most world or U.S. premieres.
$US3 Billion spent annually by participants to produce films
8,000+ industry professionals
2,000+ new films and projects
1,000+ production companies
400+ distributors
540+ films screened
100+ world premiers
70+ countries represented
50+ thought leaders speaking
7 days of networking activities
1 beachfront campus that covers it all
