Future Reality AI Film Festival (NYC)
Future Reality AI Film Festival 2026
Presented by SOHO International Film Festival × HXR
What does cinema become when imagination is no longer limited by the tools we have?
Future Reality AI Film Festival brings together filmmakers, artists, technologists, and creative communities exploring a new frontier of storytelling.
On October 25, we’ll bring a curated selection of films from around the world to the big screen in New York City for an evening of films, conversations, and celebration.
Great filmmaking. Bold imagination. AI with intention.
Join filmmakers, artists, creative technologists, and members of the New York film and creative community for:
Official Selection Screenings
A curated selection of standout films from around the world, spanning narrative, animation, documentary, experimental work, music video, and emerging cinematic forms.
Future Reality Awards
Celebrating exceptional storytelling, craft, imagination, worldbuilding, character, sound, visual language, and meaningful creative use of AI.
Filmmaker & Industry Conversations
Conversations with filmmakers, artists, and industry voices about how emerging technologies are changing who gets to create and what kinds of stories can be brought to life.
A Global Creator Community
Meet filmmakers, artists, and audiences from across the Future Reality community and beyond.
Event Schedule:
Doors Open: 6:00 PM
Festival Opening: 7:00 PM
Official Selection Screenings: 7:30 PM
Awards Ceremony: 9:00 PM