THE WORLD A.I. FILM FESTIVAL (WAiFF) 2026
April 21 – April 22 UTC+1
The World A.I. Film Festival (WAiFF) in Cannes is an international short-film festival focusing on new cinema at the intersection of A.I. and collective creative journey.
WAiFF 2026 envisions a new era of cinema where artificial intelligence becomes a creative partner, not a shortcut. A global festival connecting cultures, platforms, and generations, celebrating bold storytelling, hybrid filmmaking, and emerging voices. From short-form to feature films, we explore how A.I. transforms imagination into cinematic art.
This year, the World A.I. Film Festival opens its doors to all audiences at the heart of A.I. and filmmaking. For two days in Cannes, discover the new frontiers of A.I.-powered creation across four iconic venues: the Palais des Festivals, the Marriott Hotel, the Espace Miramar, and Les Arcades cinema.