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Published by American Film Market Dailies
Aug 16, 2025
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....

AFM25 just announced first panel topics & schedule

Every year, the American Film Market (AFM) spotlights the voices shaping film and television -- and driving the next generation of stories to audiences around the globe.

A major highlight of AFM week is always The AFM Sessions -- four full days of candid conversations and actionable insights. From securing financing and navigating distribution to the future of streaming, breakthrough marketing tactics, screenwriting for today’s audiences, and the AI tools reshaping development and production -- these are the sessions that spark new thinking and reveal what’s next.

Wednesday, 12 Nov

9:30 am – 10:30 am

Finance I

Wednesday, 12 Nov

2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Film Finance – Ask Me Anything



Thursday, 13 Nov

9:30 am – 10:30 am

Finance II – How They Did It: Strategies That Brought Projects to Life

Thursday, 13 Nov

11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Visualizing the Future of Commercial Content: What AI Means for the Industry

Thursday, 13 Nov

2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Now Trending: Fan Culture, Micro-Moments & the New Rules of Marketing

Thursday, 13 Nov

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Level Up: The Evolving Relationship Between Filmmaking and Gaming

Thursday, 13 Nov

4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Fright Club: The Power Players Behind Modern Horror



Friday, 14 Nov

9:30 am – 10:30 am

AI in Action: The Platforms Transforming Filmmaking – From Creation to Distribution

Friday, 14 Nov

11:00 am – 12:00 pm

The Innovators

Friday, 14 Nov

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Writer’s Workshop

Friday, 14 Nov

4:30 pm – 6:00 pm

Table Read My Screenplay Event



Saturday, 15 Nov

9:30 am – 12:30 pm

The AFM Pitch Conference

Taking place Nov 12-15 across two stages, The AFM Sessions bring together leading industry producers, financiers, buyers, creators and executives -- all sharing practical knowledge and real-world insights you won’t find anywhere else. Whether you’re producing your first film or managing a global slate, these sessions will challenge your perspective and sharpen your strategy for 2026 and beyond.

Want to know what investors are backing? Or how producers are stretching their budgets without compromising their vision? This is where those questions get answered -- live, in the room, and in real time.

Access to the full lineup at  The AFM Sessions requires a PLATINUM or PLUS Badge. All other Badges, excluding Day Badges,  have limited access to the Constellation Stage only. Don’t miss your chance to be in the audience when it all unfolds.

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