AFMX Virtual Returns September 20–26

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Published: 14 September 2021 14 September 2021

Albuquerque, NM – September 14, 2021 – Originally planned as a hybrid event, the Albuquerque Film & Music Experience (AFMX) will take place virtually for a second year in a row to ensure safety of all participants. Running September 20­–­26, the festival will feature 66 films, as well as Center Stage Conversations, special guests and exciting events. Those purchasing tickets will have the option to view films through October 11.

“While we looked forward to holding some events in-person this year, we’re dedicated to the safety and wellbeing of all participants, and we’re thrilled to be able to offer AFMX 2021 virtually,” said Ivan Wiener, AFMX Executive Director. “We know virtual events allow for people from across the globe to attend and enjoy the incredible array of films and events we have slated, and we look forward to a great year of film, music, and exceptional talent.”

Special guests for AFMX include Buffy Sainte-Marie (Redford Award Recipient), Better Call Saul star Rhea Seehorn, Frances Lee McCain (Footloose, Gremlins, Back to the Future), Snuffy Walden (composer for The West Wing), showrunner Joshua Michael Stern (Jobs, Neverwas, Graves, Swing Vote), Yamaha Entertainment Group’s Chris Gero, Hollywood business manager Brad Lemack, spoken word artists Sekou Andrews and Hakim Bellamy, locations manager Todd Christensen, ABQ Film Liaison Cyndy McCrossen, Maura Dhu Studi and Native Activist LaDonna Harris (Indian 101). For a full lineup of this year’s experience and film schedule, visit https://www.abqfilmx.com. 

Tickets and passes are now on sale with options to purchase viewing for the screening of individual films, a package of films, or a pass good for entrance or viewing to all films. Individual tickets to any event are $10, with passes ranging from $36 to $100 for access to all events. To purchase tickets, visit https://www.afmxnm.com/tickets-passes. 

About AFMX: With the mission of enhancing cultural richness by integrating film and music programs that provide entertainment and education for the community, contributing to the creative economy and supporting Albuquerque as an epicenter for film, music and the arts, AFMX brings together award-winning and up-and-coming filmmakers and musicians from around the world to showcase and celebrate film and music, and provide a platform for education, collaboration, discovery and the sharing of impactful stories.

The AFME Foundation, a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization, supports the nurturing, success and growth of a vibrant creative community, specifically through film, music and the arts, and seeks to help further a world-class economic center of excellence for these industries in Albuquerque, New Mexico. It produces the Albuquerque Film & Music Experience (AFMX), an annual film and music festival, attracts prominent attendees, filmmakers, musicians and visionaries from around the globe to celebrate the art of storytelling and collaborate into the future.  The Foundation also supports the Albuquerque film, music and art scenes through creation, facilitation and support of complimentary, mission-based projects and programs. Our purpose is to provide opportunities for future generations, while increasing exposure and economic impact for the City of Albuquerque, the State of New Mexico and our partners.

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