Artefact Announces Finalists for the Artefact AI Film Festival

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Artefact, a global leader in data and AI consulting, has announced the finalist selections for the Artefact AI Film Festival, created in partnership with mk2. The festival received 265 submissions, including 223 films from 52 countries, reflecting the accelerating momentum of AI-assisted creativity across filmmakers, artists, and new hybrid creator communities. The festival's second edition explores the theme '(Dis)play', inviting creators to experiment with play, formats, and perspectives while questioning what they choose to reveal on screen.

Why it matters

The Artefact AI Film Festival is a significant event that showcases the growing influence of AI in the creative arts, particularly in the film industry. As AI technologies continue to evolve, they are enabling new forms of storytelling and artistic expression, which this festival aims to celebrate and explore. The festival's focus on global participation and diverse perspectives highlights the international reach and impact of AI-powered creativity.

The details

For this edition, the festival received 265 submissions, including 223 films from 52 countries. The American finalists selected this year are The Realm, Rules of Play, and A River in a River. The 2025/2026 edition jury is chaired by Cédric Klapisch, alongside a multidisciplinary panel spanning cinema, culture, and creative technology. Awards for the festival include: Grand Prix (€10,000), Jury Prize (€1,000), Audience Prize (€1,000), and the Artefact 'Best Use of AI' Prize (incubator-style support for a next short film).

• The festival received 265 submissions, including 223 films from 52 countries.
• The 2025/2026 edition jury is chaired by Cédric Klapisch.
• The festival culminated with an Awards Ceremony at mk2 in Paris last night.