We expect the convention to draw about 5,000 delegates in its first year, they said.
The events website launches tomorrow and it already has a presence across major social media platforms.
Its unclear if the event has buy-in from any major film companies so far.
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AFC organizers tell us they plan to build out screening facilities for the event.
The Downtown location will host gaming brand IGN for a trade event this June.
Patels production credits include low-budget featuresWoman In The Maze,Bite The DustandInstant Karma.
He also founded and serves as CEO of the Chandler International Film Festival in Arizona.
Were committed to creating some fresh and innovative programs and present a more all-inclusive forum.
AFC intends to supplement rather than supplant the current industry gathering landscape and offerings.
All components of the film industry have a place at our convention.
We encourage filmmakers to attend, regardless of their budget or stage of production.
This years AFM will take place in early November at the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas.
The AFM is backed by industry body IFTA, which is unlikely to be perturbed by todays news.
