FESTIVAL INFORMATION FOR AFMX 2025 SELECTED FILMS AND FILMMAKERS

 

FESTIVAL SCHEDULE

Our full festival schedule and ticket links are now available here.  Please double-check the ticketing link for your film block from this page.

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AFMX SCREENINGS AND EVENTS LOCATIONS

Our 2025 festival will be a live presentation of our selected films with film screenings, music performances, and Center Stage Conversations at different venues in the Nob Hill district of Albuquerque.  To learn more, visit here.

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FESTIVAL PASSES

Each film will receive two Filmmaker Passes, which allow full access to film screening blocks, After Party events, and Center Stage Conversations.  Names of the two designated film representatives to receive these festival passes are required by September 1.

 

Filmmakers may purchase additional passes for a 25% discount. The code will be emailed in a separate email, or contact Kira at kira@afmxnm.com; please include your film name.

 

Passes do not guarantee seating; only free admission. It’s recommended to arrive early for each film block.

 

Passes are available for pick up on Monday, Sept. 23rd, and Tuesday, Sept. 24th, from 10 am to 4 pm and during the festival at AFMX Festival HQ: HalfLife* Digital, 3215 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102.

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WHEN YOU ARRIVE AT THE FESTIVAL

1. Check in at AFMX Festival HQ  to receive your Festival Pass/badges.  Merchandise will also be available here.

2. Familiarize yourself with the neighborhood by visiting local coffee shops and eateries.

3. Check the Filmmaker Information Page for any updates.
 

FILMMAKER Q&A SESSIONS

There will be 30-minute sessions after each film block. We allow up to two filmmakers per film to represent their project.

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OFFICIAL SELECTION LAURELS  ​

All 2025 laurels can be found here.  Please display this on your website, marketing materials, and on your social media pages to promote your film leading up to and during AFMX.  

Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube

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You may also reference the "Filmmaker Marketing Guide" sent by our Marketing Manager. If you need us to resend you this guide, please contact Carey Rose at careyrose@afmxnm.com. 

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​AFMX SOCIAL MEDIA HANDLES

Promote your film at our festival! Feel free to include the following tags/handles: #afmxnm | @afmxnm on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn

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TRAVEL ACCOMMODATIONS

There are discounted rates for our visiting filmmakers on our website here.  There is also additional information on additional lodging and dining venues. 

 

Because we are a non-profit organization, we, unfortunately, cannot provide travel stipends or reimbursements.​

 

GETTING AROUND

Believe it or not, ALL of our events take place along the original Route 66, otherwise known as Central Avenue! All of our venues are within walking distance of each other. 

 

Plus, there is a direct bus route, Route #66, that travels along Central Ave to our venues. Our bus transportation is free to use in Albuquerque. 

One of the best aspects of the Nob Hill District of Albuquerque is that there are plenty of places to grab a bite to eat or grab a cup of coffee. Close to the University of New Mexico, Nob Hill offers a variety of restaurants, coffee houses, cafes, and nightlife. Check out our Dining Page for a list of our favorite restaurants.

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AFMX EVENTS

• Media Makers Speed Networking - Jumpstart your networking skills at our popular networking event at M’Tucci’s Bar Roma, Wednesday, Sept. 24, 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm.

• Opening Night Reception - Kick off the festivities with complimentary appetizers available in a vibrant atmosphere with a delectable full food and drink menu at M’Tucci’s Bar Roma in Nob Hill, Wednesday, Sept. 24, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm.

• Coffee Connect - From 10 am to 11 am on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, we are pleased to offer complimentary coffee at AFMX Festival HQ. This is a great time to connect with fellow attendees, filmmakers, musicians, or plan your day of events. 

• Concert Series - AFMX is proud to present live music performances each night of the festival, showcasing local musicians at dynamic Nob Hill venues with great drink and networking atmospheres. 

 

For information and a map of these year’s venues, please visit our Event Venue page.  

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2025 PITCH PANEL

Deadline To Submit: Monday, Sept 8, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. MDT

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We are excited to bring the AFMX Pitch Panel to our festival again this year!  This year's panelists are Christopher Lockhart, Ben Yenni, Karen Criswell, and Matthew McDuffie. The event will take place on Sunday, Sept 28, with the winners announced at the end of the panel.  Check out our submission page for more information. 

 

Attending the Pitch Panel is included in your pass, but arrive early as this is one of our more popular events!

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2025 LOGLINE PANEL

Deadline to submit is September 24, 2025. 

Want direct and honest feedback on your logline? Submit your logline to this form and prepare to pitch him on stage during the Center Stage Conversation: Unlocking Your Story's Power with the Perfect Logline with Christopher Lockhart, Friday, September 26, 2025, at 1:00 pm at HalfLife * Digital. 

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2025 1:1 DISTRIBUTION  MEETINGS WITH DISRUPT ENTERTAINMENT

AFMX is proud to announce an exclusive feature for filmmakers.  Ben Yennie with Disrupt Entertainment, guest speaker on our CenterStage Conversation on Film Distribution, is offering 1:1 meetings with producers and filmmakers for the opportunity to pitch your project and receive customized feedback.  These 25-minute meetings are a limited, exclusive, and complimentary opportunity and open to only Festival Pass-holding filmmakers and producers. 

Please prepare: 

IF IN DEVELOPMENT OR PREPRODUCTION:

• Format (TV, Feature, Unscripted)

• Genre (Family, Horror, Animation, Thriller, Sci-Fi, Action, Adventure, etc.)  

• Look Book including: Synopsis, Attachments (talent, director, distribution, sale), Budget, Sizzle Reel or Work sample, Total amount raised

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IF IN POST PRODUCTION OR COMPLETED: 

• Trailer (Or scenes) 

• Attachments (talent, director, distribution, sales)

• Synopsis

• Stage of development (rough cut, fine cut, picture lock, effects status, color status, audio status, completed)

• Estimated delivery date

• Budget (unofficial)

• Festival status

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If you are interested or have questions, please contact Kira Sipler at kira@afmxnm.com. 

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QUESTIONS?

Please email Kira Sipler, kira@afmxnm.com, if you have questions about your:lmissio

• Film Q&A

• Festival badges

• Events

• Anything else!