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Celebrating the future of filmmaking through the integration of artificial intelligence and technology
APRIL 9, 2026 | LOYOLA MARYMOUNT UNIVERSITY, LOS ANGELES, CA
INNOVATORS FILM FESTIVAL
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Winners will receive trophies, cash prizes, and valuable industry recognition, with their work selected by a distinguished jury of academic and industry professionals. Join us as we celebrate the future of filmmaking and the powerful fusion of technology and storytelling at this pioneering festival! Be part of this groundbreaking event as we celebrate the future of filmmaking and the powerful fusion of technology and storytelling at this pioneering festival! See our Rules here.
GRAND PRIX (Steed “Innovator” Award) – $1,000
BEST NARRATIVE SHORT – $500
AI ETHICS AWARD – $500
AUDIENCE CHOICE AWARD – $500
BEST DOCUMENTARY – $500
BEST DIRECTOR – $500
BEST SCREENPLAY – $500
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FESTIVAL INFORMATION
INSIDE IFF
LOCATION:
PLAYA VISTA CAMPUS
12105 E Waterfront Dr
Playa Vista, CA 90094
CONTACT:
Justin Trevor Winters
Festival Director
Justin.winters@lmu.edu
Laura Tornga
Director of Programming
LTornga@lion.lmu.edu
WHAT TO EXPECT:
Gen Jam by Machine Cinema at 2 PM. Keynote. Panel. Film Screenings. Connect with students, professionals, and industry leaders at this groundbreaking festival where innovation meets filmmaking.
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