American French Film Festival Will Return in November
The 30th edition of the festival will showcase 60 French films and series in Hollywood starting November 3, 2026.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Cultural
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The Franco-American Cultural Fund has announced the lineup for its 30th anniversary American French Film Festival, scheduled to run from November 3 to November 8, 2026. Held at the Directors Guild of America Theater Complex, the event features a diverse program of 60 films and series.
Why it matters
The festival functions as a bridge between French cinema and the American industry, offering a high-profile platform for filmmakers to present their work before peers in the U.S. It highlights international creative talent while fostering artistic exchange across borders.
The festival will feature 31 fiction features, 11 series, 4 documentaries, and 14 short films. Of these selections, 58 works are slated to compete for the American French Film Festival Awards.
The players
Franco-American Cultural Fund
This organization was established in 1997 to support and promote cultural exchange between France and the United States.
Directors Guild of America
This labor union represents the creative and economic rights of directors and members of the directorial team in motion picture, television, and commercial production.
François Truffart
He has served as the programmer and executive producer for the festival since 2004.
The details
The schedule includes significant international titles such as the North American premiere of Karma and the U.S. premiere of All About Corinne. Several official Oscar entries for international feature film, including Minotaur, All of a Sudden, Coward, Fjord, and Strawberries, are also part of the curated lineup.
Timeline
The Franco-American Cultural Fund was founded in 1997.
François Truffart began his tenure as programmer and executive producer in 2004.
The 30th American French Film Festival will run from November 3 to November 8, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The inclusion of multiple official Oscar entries highlights how the festival serves as a critical stop on the global awards season circuit. By hosting these premieres, the event reinforces its role in positioning international cinema for broader American distribution and recognition.
Los Angeles audiences can access these international premieres directly at the Directors Guild of America Theater Complex on Sunset Boulevard during the six-day event. Ticket availability and scheduling details for the 30th anniversary screenings will determine how enthusiasts engage with the program.
The takeaway
The 30th anniversary of this festival marks three decades of promoting French narrative and documentary storytelling to U.S. audiences. Residents and film professionals interested in international trends should monitor the upcoming schedule for public screening opportunities.
Further reading
For more information on local cinematic events, visit the Los Angeles Cultural section.
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