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Experience the future of AI cinema in the heart of Hollywood. World premieres, red carpet arrivals, filmmakers in the room, live Q&A after each film, panel with top AI expert filmmakers, audience awards, and a Hollywood afterparty at Mel's Drive-In. This is the format other festivals don't run: - intimate, truly global, conversational, one film at a time.
"It's one of the centerpieces for LA as far as the AI scene goes. This is really the best of the best that we have right now." — Jonathan Perry, leading AI filmmaker
✨ 6 world festival premieres
🎬 Screening 11 selected AI films + music videos
🌎 Selections from 250 submissions from 34 countries
🎤 16 international filmmakers join live via Zoom
🧠 Expert panel discussion with top AI filmmakers
🏆 Audience + Jury Awards
🥂 Afterparty at the famous Mel's Drive-In Hollywood
SCHEDULE
2:30 PM — Red carpet & welcome reception (Lounge)
Arrivals, red carpet photography, on-camera interviews, and a welcome reception.
3:00 PM — AI International Film Festival (Theater) The top short films selected from 175 international submissions, screened one at a time. Live Q&A with the filmmaker after each — in person or live from around the world.
4:20 PM — AI International Music Video Festival (Theater) The top music videos selected from 45 global submissions, one at a time. Live Q&A with each creator follows.
5:00 PM — Awards Show (Theater) Audience Choice and Jury Awards for both festivals.
5:30 PM — Expert Panel (Theater) Working AI filmmakers and industry guests on where this medium is going and what's changing right now.
6:00 PM — Post-show red carpet & networking (Lounge) More red carpet, interviews, and mingling with filmmakers and guests.
6:20 PM onward — Afterparty at Mel's Drive-In Drinks, food, and networking at the legendary Hollywood diner — a few minutes from LAPAC.
Panelists
Working AI filmmakers and industry experts joining the panel:
• Lauren Indovina — Emmy award winner, MoMA media artist, "RED!"
• Alex Naghavi — Multiple previous award winner, AI filmmaker, "Le Drip"
• Michael Eng — (US) Multiple previous award winner, AI filmmaker, "Tai Chi Robot"
• Jacky Wong — (China) AI filmmaker, "Pillow Men"
• Steven Hagler — Lead Vocals and Consultant, "The Swamp"
• Kier Cann — (US) AI Filmmaker, "Gutenacht Berlin"
Curated, not generated
This isn't a reel of AI demos. Each selected film and music video screens one at a time, followed by live Q&A with the people who made it — filmmakers in the room, creators on screen from around the world. The festival's focus is on AI and conventional filmmakers with something to say — work that's engaging, emotionally resonant, and shaped by strong directorial vision.
You're not just watching. VIP ticket holders are seated with filmmakers and film crews wherever possible — the room is designed to put creators, industry, and audience in conversation.
Previous festivals sold out, so get your tickets soon!
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FAQ
Parking? Free private parking at 1539 N. McCadden Place
Preferred entrance? 1535 N. McCadden Place (rear)
What should I wear?
There's a red carpet with photography and on-camera interviews, and most guests dress for it. Think Hollywood creative — stylish, expressive, photo-ready. Cocktail attire works; so does a sharp jacket or a standout piece. Wear what you'd want to be tagged in.
Is food included? The welcome reception includes a spread of charcuterie, cheeses, fresh vegetables, dip, water crackers, and beverages. The Mel's Drive-In afterparty is classic Hollywood diner — burgers, fries, shakes, full bar — available to order on your own.
Can I transfer my ticket? Yes. Tickets are transferable — just forward the confirmation to whoever's going in your place.
Are tickets cheaper online than at the door? Yes — tickets are $7.50 more at the door, when available. The last two festivals sold out, so we recommend buying ahead..