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.

THE PITT showrunner R. Scott Gemmill shared his advice to writers at the AFI Conservatory.

Looking for a new film or TV series to watch? Check out these projects by Alumni from the AFI Conservatory film school.

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.

AFI Conservatory Alumna Production Designer Theresa Guleserian spoke to AFI Conservatory Fellows about bringing her vision to life on HAPPIEST SEASON, starring Kristen Stewart.

AFI Conservatory Alumna Production Designer Monique Dias spoke to AFI Conservatory Fellows about transforming a single set into multiple environments for ONE OF THEM DAYS, starring Keke Palmer and SZA.

Eddie Murphy's grand entrance at the 51st AFI Life Achievement Award on April 18, 2026 at the Dolby Theatre. The TV special AFI LIFE ACHIEVEMENT AWARD: A TRIBUTE TO EDDIE MURPHY will premiere on Netflix on May 31, 2026.

At this year’s AFI AWARDS event, AFI Conservatory Production Design Alum Keith Cunningham (MARE OF EASTTOWN, TASK) spoke on finding his path from architecture to production design.

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.