The AI Film & Ads Awards is the world’s premier international event celebrating the transformative fusion of artificial intelligence with cinematic and advertising innovation. Spanning iconic creative and technological hubs—Dubai, Cannes, Marrakech, Paris, Venice, Bali, LasVegas, Brazil—this groundbreaking event series transcends borders, uniting filmmakers, advertisers, technologists, and visionaries from every corner of the globe.
Launched in Cannes city in May 2024, the AI Film & Ads Awards has rapidly become the largest and most influential platform for showcasing AI-driven storytelling and creative excellence. The festival’s AI Film Awards honor groundbreaking achievements in AI-enhanced filmmaking, from scriptwriting and visual effects to editing and animation. The newly introduced AI Ads Awards celebrate revolutionary AI-powered advertising campaigns, spotlighting innovations in personalized ads, generative content, and data-driven creatives.
Hosted in world-class venues the festival offers an unparalleled stage for creators and brands to showcase their work to high-level delegates, including film and ad executives, producers.

AI FILM AWARDS VERTICAL EDITION 2026 is the first international festival dedicated exclusively to AI-generated vertical content. Created for the mobile-first generation, it celebrates the best AI-powered short films, mini-series, music videos, fashion films, and advertising content. The festival brings together filmmakers, creators, agencies, brands, and technology innovators from around the world. Held during the Lions in Cannes, it showcases how artificial intelligence is transforming storytelling and content creation. Join us in shaping the future of vertical cinema.