About this Event
Welcome to the 2026 22nd Annual Chinese American Film Festival (CAFF) & Chinese American TV Festival (CATF) Summit & Showcase!
For the first time in the film festival's history, individual tickets will be available for purchase. Join us on Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at The TCL Chinese Theater in Hollywood for a day of thought-provking discussions and exciting announcements.
Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to hear from industry leaders actively working in two of the largest film markets in the world (China and the United States)!
Seats are limited, and seating is available on a first-come-first-serve basis.
Stay tuned as speakers will be announced as we near the event!
About the Festival:
The Chinese American Film Festival (CAFF) and Chinese American TV Festival (CATF) was founded in 2004 in an effort to spotlight the connection between Chinese and American filmmakers. Over the years, the festival has become an annual industry event that is officially, and it has been recognized by mainstream film and television studios and associations in both China and the United States.
Every year, CAFF & CATF hold a grand Opening Ceremony and "Golden Angel" Award Ceremony in Hollywood, the entertainment capital of the world. This year, the festival's events will begin with the Ceremony on November 10 and will continue through screenings in various locations through the month of November.
This year's theme is: "A Bridge of Screens, A World of Light," as the committee's mission is to share that a filmmaker's perserverance and love for film will never change.
Festival Timeline:
- November 10: CAFF & CATF Golden Angel Awards Ceremony
The Opening Ceremony and Golden Angel Award Ceremony on Nov 10th brings distinguished guests from the Chinese and American film and television industries together to witness the unveiling of the year's most outstanding Chinese and American film and television works, and to celebrate the winners of the "Golden Angel Award" and their award-winning productions. - November 11: CAFF & CATF Summit & Showcase
The CAFF & CATF Summit and Showcase on Nov 11th brings dozens of the top professionals in the industry together to communicate and exchange knowledge and insights.
Visit the dedicated Eventbrite page for the Summit to learn more (Coming Soon). - November 12-30: CAFF Screenings at Various Locations
All events are open to the public, but seating is limited.
Agenda
🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Chinese American Film Festival Sumit
Info: Topic: "Breaking Boundaries, Coexisting: When Cinema Meets the AI Era"
🕑: 03:30 PM - 03:40 PM
Keynote Speech
Info: Topic: "How AIGC Empowers the Creation of Premium UHD Film and Television Content"
🕑: 03:45 PM - 05:15 PM
Chinese American TV Summit
Info: Topic: "Converging, Discovering, Leading: New Forces & Directions in the China-US Film and TV Industries"
🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Check-In
Info: Attendees are strongly encouraged to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the event to allow sufficient time for parking and check-in and ensure a timely start.
Event venue & nearby stays
TCL Chinese Theatre, 6925 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, United States
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