AI Film Awards Vertical Edition 2026

KM Universe — AI Film Awards

Crystal Brain trophy on the line for vertical AI cinema — late deadline June 20. The Cannes-born AI Film Awards team launches the first international festival exclusively for AI-generated 9:16 storytelling: short films, music videos, fashion films, brand work and experimental social-first cinema. 100% AI-generated entries only. Winners join the AI Film Awards circuit alongside Cannes, Venice, Dubai, Marrakech and Bali editions.

Prize

Crystal Brain Award trophy + AI Film Awards Vertical Edition official laurels

Crystal Brain Award — heavy glass-crafted physical trophy delivered to winners attending in person
Official AI Film Awards Vertical Edition selection and laurels
Inclusion in the KM Universe AI Film Awards circuit (Cannes / Venice / Dubai / Bali / Marrakech)
Late deadline June 20, 2026 — notifications June 21, 2026

Who can enter

Open to creators worldwide. All entries must be 100% AI-generated and delivered in vertical 9:16 format.

AI tools allowed

Any generative AI tools — entries must be 100% AI-generated

Tagged

vertical, 9:16, mobile first, ai generated, music video, brand film, fashion film, km universe, cannes circuit

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