For three days in Beverly Hills, the Authentic Global Film Festival brings purpose-driven cinema from around the world to the Writers Guild Theater. More than 950 films from roughly 30 countries were submitted this year. The festival champions films that promote peace, family, faith, diversity, inclusion and environmental stewardship, with emerging filmmakers of every age sharing the room with Oscar-winning talent.
“More than 950 filmmakers from around the world trusted us with their stories this year. Many of them have never seen their work on a big screen,” said Dr. Gershom Sikaala, Founder and Executive Director. “Talent doesn’t depend on where you were born or how old you are, but opportunity too often does. I founded this festival to close that gap, and to prove that stories of hope belong in Hollywood.”
Opening night. Red carpet 5–7 PM, celebrity panels to follow, and Laugh & Laugh with comedian Michael Passion at 8 PM.
Showcases, panels, conversations and industry networking.
Red carpet, panel, awards ceremony and gala dinner.
| 5 PM – 7 PM | Red carpet arrivals · featuring Grammy-recognized producer Theron “Neff-U” Feemster |
| Following | Celebrity panels |
| 8 PM | Laugh & Laugh with Michael Passion |
| 10 AM – 6 PM | Film screenings |
| 5 PM – 7 PM | Red carpet arrivals · press line open, step-and-repeat inside the theater lobby |
| 6 PM – 7 PM | Panel discussion with festival talent |
| 7 PM – 9 PM | Global Film Awards ceremony |
| Following | Gala dinner |
All times Pacific. Schedule from the festival’s October 29 announcement and subject to change. Thursday and Friday program times are listed on the official festival site.
Talent appearances are confirmed by the festival and subject to change.
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Honored to share that my film [FILM TITLE] is part of the Authentic Global Film Festival & Awards 2026 in Beverly Hills. ✨ More than 950 films from 30 countries were submitted, and ours made it to the big screen. Join me at the Writers Guild Theater, Nov. 5–7. Awards night is Saturday, Nov. 7. Tickets: gaff.net/tickets #AGFF2026 #GlobalFilmAwards #AuthenticGlobalFilmFestival @newswirehollywoodnetwork
Beverly Hills, here we come. 🎬 The Authentic Global Film Festival & Awards starts Nov. 5 at the Writers Guild Theater, with films from 30 countries and an Oscar winner on the red carpet. Family and friends, this is your invitation. Come celebrate with us. #AGFF2026 #GlobalFilmAwards @newswirehollywoodnetwork
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