Day 1
Friday
April 25, 2025
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM | Registration & Expo Preview
Start your festival experience by checking in at our welcome desk. Explore an exclusive preview of the AI Tech Expo, where cutting-edge tools and technologies in filmmaking are on display.
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM | VIP Luncheon / Media Briefing
An invite-only event for VIP guests, media, and industry professionals. Enjoy networking opportunities and get a sneak peek of the festival highlights.
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM | AI Tech Expo (Full Launch)
The official opening of the AI Tech Expo, featuring interactive booths, demos, and exhibits from top AI innovators. Witness how AI is revolutionizing storytelling, production, and post-production.
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Opening Gala & Networking
Join us for an elegant evening to kick off the festival. Mingle with filmmakers, technologists, and industry leaders while enjoying light refreshments.
8:00 PM – 8:30 PM | Keynote Address
Hear from a visionary filmmaker or AI pioneer as they discuss the intersection of cinema and artificial intelligence, setting the tone for the festival.
8:45 PM – 10:30 PM | Opening Night Screening
Be the first to watch a highly anticipated AI-driven feature film. This exclusive premiere showcases the potential of AI in modern cinema.
Day 2
Saturday
April 16, 2025
10:00 AM – 12:15 PM | Morning Panels & Workshops
Explore the future of cinema through expert-led discussions and hands-on workshops:
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- Panel 1 (10:00 AM – 11:00 AM): “The Art of AI Storytelling” – Learn how AI is shaping the way stories are written and told.
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- Panel 2 (11:15 AM – 12:15 PM): “Building the Tools of Tomorrow” – A dive into the technology driving innovation in filmmaking.
12:15 PM – 1:00 PM | Networking Break
Take a moment to connect with attendees, filmmakers, and tech professionals over coffee and snacks.
1:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Screenings: Themed Blocks
Immerse yourself in AI-themed cinema across curated screening blocks:
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- Block 1 (1:00 PM – 2:30 PM): “AI Short Films” – A showcase of short films created with AI tools.
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- Block 2 (3:00 PM – 4:30 PM): “AI-Inspired Features” – Full-length films exploring the impact of AI on storytelling.
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- Block 3 (5:00 PM – 6:00 PM): “Experimental AI Films” – Cutting-edge works pushing the boundaries of filmmaking.
12:00 PM – 6:00 PM | AI Tech Showcase (Day 2)
Experience Day 2 of the AI Tech Expo, featuring live demonstrations and opportunities to meet the innovators behind the tools.
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Evening Screenings
Enjoy two feature-length films showcasing the collaboration between filmmakers and AI, followed by a brief discussion with the creators.
9:15 PM – 10:00 PM | Filmmaker Q&A Sessions
Get a behind-the-scenes look as filmmakers discuss their creative process and the role of AI in their work.
Day 3
Sunday
April 27, 2025
Day 3: Sunday, April 27, 2025
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Final Screenings
Catch audience favorites and jury-selected films, offering the best of the festival in one final showcase.
12:15 PM – 1:15 PM | Panel: “The Ethics of AI in Film”
Join industry leaders for a thought-provoking discussion on the ethical challenges and opportunities of AI in filmmaking.
1:15 PM – 2:30 PM | Networking Brunch
Unwind over a delicious brunch while making meaningful connections with fellow attendees, filmmakers, and AI professionals.
2:30 PM – 4:30 PM | AI in the Spotlight (Innovations Session)
A special session highlighting groundbreaking AI tools, technologies, and projects that are redefining the future of cinema.
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM | Awards Ceremony
Celebrate excellence in AI-powered filmmaking as we honor the best films, directors, and innovations showcased during the festival.
7:00 PM – 8:45 PM | Closing Screening
Wrap up the festival with a final feature presentation that captures the essence of the Hollywood AI Film Festival.
