Albuquerque Film + Music Experience

Overview

The Albuquerque Film & Music Experience is presented by the AFME Foundation, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. We're passionate about storytelling and bringing together film and music to create a unique and unforgettable experience. OUR MISSION Our mission is to create a dynamic fusion of film, music, and education. Where groundbreaking films, live performances, and career development panels unite to create an unforgettable cultural experience, sparking connections and inspiring creativity for generations. AFMX APPROACHES ITS 14TH YEAR! We are committed to not only showcasing incredible art, but also to advancing careers by providing tangible, professional, opportunities. Held every September in Albuquerque, New Mexico, AFMX is where filmmakers, musicians, students, and creatives come together to connect, create, and inspire. WE OFFER: • Guaranteed Distribution Offer: AFMX has secured an exclusive agreement with Ben Yennie of Disrupt Entertainment to provide a major value-add: Every official feature narrative selection receives a guaranteed distribution offer. This valuable commitment immediately opens a professional distribution door for your film. • World-Class Screenings: A premier exhibition featuring innovative cinema from international filmmakers. • Musical Showcases: Enjoy live performances that provide a vibrant backdrop for professional networking and collaboration. • Professional Development: Gain exclusive access to industry veterans through educational panels and career-focused events. • Awards & Competitions: Distinguish yourself in our competitive tracks for screenwriting, songwriting, and live pitching. ALBUQUERQUE + AFMX ARE MAKING A NAME FOR THEMSELVES Albuquerque is a vibrant and diverse city with a thriving film, television, music, and arts scene. It's no wonder that: • Moviemaker Magazine ranks AFMX as one of the top 50 festivals worth the entry fee. • FilmFreeway names AFMX one of the top 100 best-rated festivals in the world. • TheTravel.com named Albuquerque one of the top ten travel experiences in the world. • MovieMaker Magazine consistently ranks Albuquerque among the 'Top 10 Cities to Be a Movie Maker.' • Forbes lists Albuquerque as one of "Hollywood's Favorite Cities." BE PART OF THE EXPERIENCE! Visit Albuquerque as a global center of artistic innovation and collaboration, like so many of our past attendees and distinguished alumni, including: Al Goto, Ali MacGraw, Angelique Midthunder, Bryan Cranston, Buffy Sainte-Marie, Chris Eyre, Chris Gero, Chris Schueler, Christopher Lockhart, Dave Grusin, Dee Wallace, Dez Baa, Eric Clapton, Frances Lee McCain, Giancarlo Esposito, Greg Phillinganes, Joaquim de Almeida, Jono Manson, Joshua Friedman, Joshua Michael Stern, Levi Platero, Luis Bordonada, Marisa Tomei, Mark Margolis, Michael Keaton, Neil Giraldo, Patrick Fabian, Rhea Seehorn, Robert Mason, Robert Redford, Samuel L. Jackson, Sharon Lawrence, Sibylle Redford, Snuffy Walden, Steve Ferrone, Steven Michael Quezada, Stevie Salas, Stewart Lyons, Sydney Freeland, Sylvia Caminer, T Bone Burnett, Thomas Dolby, Tracey Reiner, W Earl Brown, Wes Studi. The Albuquerque Film & Music Experience (AFMX) is more than just a festival—it's an EXPERIENCE!

Last updated Sep 4, 2026

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• Filmmaker

  Kira and her team are absolutely amazing. Fun festival with a great big heart. Everyone is welcoming and kind :) A very supportive and strong community festival. Not to mention there's music too!!!

• Filmmaker

  A fantastic festival. Great networking opportunities and screening venues.

• Filmmaker

  Love this festival! Had a wonderful time here—from the screenings, to the panels, the live music nights, and the social gatherings. ABQ is a not-so-hidden-gem and AFMX has a great history with the city. Everything was walkable (the two screening theaters, the filmmaker & panel HQ, restaurants, bars) and the weather was great! My crew and I had an amazing time—well worth it!! Many thanks to Kira and co for receiving us so warmly and giving Heartstorm a platform and audience!! And now this, from my writing/producing partner and star of Heartstorm, Arianna Basco: from the film blocks to the music, the panels to the locations, the staff to the food - what a beautiful experience for our whole squad. and to take home the cast ensemble and feature audience choice was a profound surprise - so grateful for this fest taking a chance on us and spotlighting our film. it was certainly a ‘heartstorm’ of a trip.

• Filmmaker

  Unfortunately, a last-minute shoot prevented us from attending with our short doc selection, "Look At My Furniture," but the festival was very well organized and had very helpful zoom sessions for filmmakers leading up to the event.

• Filmmaker

  Albuquerque Film + Music Experience is an event I'd attend again. Great people behind the scenes. Excellent networking.

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