Live it. Share it. Learn it.
2 days, 2 experiences = new people, stories & connections.
This isn’t just a film fest — it’s an experience. Red‑carpet energy, global stories, deep‑dive Q&As, and immersive tech‑meets‑storytelling moments you won’t see anywhere else. Meet creators, make connections, and be part of the future of media. Grab your tickets and be there.
Tap the posters below to see the 2026 Early Lineup. Submit by April 6 — schedule locks April 15.
Each title gets one rep for the Q&A to keep things fair. If a title wins an award, the cast and crew are invited on stage to celebrate.
Connect
Mix, mingle, make new friends, learn, discover and connect.
Network & Nosh
Enjoy some refreshments while you network, make new friends, new deals.
Red Carpet
As always, nominees, celebrities, Industry VIP’s walk the Red Carpet and dazzle.
Q & A Blocks
Nominees, VIP’s and surprise guests.
Screenings
Watch World Premieres & original content from all around the globe.
International Art Exhibit
From world renowned artists to new entries in the art world. Come discover what the art world is creating and exhibiting now.
Festival Programming Schedule
Day 1:
Watch from anywhere in the word. Join us online to mix and mingle via video & text chat with Industry Leaders from the Entertainment & Tech sectors as well as fun loving film & content fans!
Day 2:
6-10:30PM
6-7 PM Networking & Nosh, Red Carpet, International Art Exhibit, VR and more.
7:05-10:30PM Screenings, Q& A blocks, & Awards Reveal
Meet Nominees, Judges, Speakers, Creators, Film Fans, Techies and more. Funding, hiring, casting, collaborations, even love has happened at the festival. Be there.
Trailblazing Since Day One
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Pioneering the Future of Storytelling Since 2009
At New Media Film Festival®, innovation isn’t a buzzword—it’s our DNA. Since our founding in 2009, we’ve consistently shattered boundaries and redefined what a film festival can be. We were the first to embrace and program groundbreaking technologies and storytelling formats that others only dreamed of.
First-Ever Festival to Program:
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AI-Generated Film – Showcasing the creative potential of artificial intelligence in cinema.
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Touch Rotation – Interactive storytelling that responds to physical movement.
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Holographic Digital Comic – A futuristic blend of comic art and holography.
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Immersive Distribution Experiences – Pushing the limits of how stories reach audiences.
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Micro Content Distribution – Celebrating bite-sized brilliance in storytelling.
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AI Platform-Built Romcom – A love story crafted by algorithms and heart.
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AR International Art Exhibit – Augmented reality meets global artistic expression.
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Collaborative V Screening – A new frontier in participatory viewing.
Tech Meets Talent
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First Festival in Story & Technology – Where narrative innovation meets cutting-edge tech.
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EMMYS® Consulting & Broadcasting – Trusted by the best in the industry.
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Live VR Pitch Funding – A panelist funded an audience member’s VR pitch in real time.
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Feature Film Funded from a 30-Second Pitch – Proof that big ideas don’t need big time.
Ahead of the Curve
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Bitcoin Payment Integration – Embracing decentralized finance for creative commerce.
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NFT Categories – Recognizing digital ownership and blockchain-based storytelling.
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And So Much More – From AI to XR, we continue to lead the charge into the future.
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Current Awards New Media Film Festival® has won:
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Media Innovator Awards
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LUX Global Excellence Awards
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Best Celebration of Emergent Media Content – USA
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Best Annual Media and Technology Event – California
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Best Celebration of Emerging Cinematic Talent – USA
Let’s connect
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Venue:
Los Angeles studio zone, California USA