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NIGHT ON EARTH – AFI Catalog Spotlight

This month, AFI shines a spotlight on NIGHT ON EARTH, the tour de force anthology film which was released nationwide this month in 1992. AFI recently screened the film for Fellows of the AFI Conservatory, followed by an intimate conversation with Jim Jarmusch.

AFI Conservatory Alumni in the 2026 Tribeca Film Festival Lineup

The Tribeca Film Festival has unveiled the official lineup for its 25th edition, taking place June 4–15, 2026. We’re proud to spotlight AFI Conservatory Alumni premiering new projects across the festival, with selections spanning Spotlight Narrative, U.S. Narrative and Shorts Competition categories.

2026 Cannes Film Festival to Showcase New Stories by AFI Alumni

AFI Conservatory Alumni are making their mark on the global stage once again, with several of their bold, innovative new films officially selected to premiere at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, taking place May 12–23, 2026. Known for cultivating some of the most compelling voices in cinema, AFI is proud to recognize its graduates who are among the visionary storytellers represented at this year’s prestigious event.