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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.
Submission deadline
June 20, 2026
7 days remaining
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
AI Tools Allowed
- ✓Any generative AI tools — entries must be 100% AI-generated
Eligibility
Open to creators worldwide. All entries must be 100% AI-generated and delivered in vertical 9:16 format.
Entry Fee
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Categories
short filmmusic videoAdvertisingfashion filmvertical cinemasocial media
Key Dates
Submissions openJune 2, 2026
DeadlineJune 20, 2026
LocationInternational (online entry)
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