Armenian Film Festival

The Armenian Film Festival will return.

In September 2023, Armenian Film Society launched the Armenian Film Festival. The five-day event welcomed close to 2,000 attendees.

We look forward to welcoming you back in 2024.

Program
Day One
September 3, 2025
7:30PM

Monsieur Aznavour

Alex Theatre

Join us for the Los Angeles premiere and opening night film of the 2025 Armenian Film Festival, Monsieur Aznavour, about the extraordinary life of legendary singer Charles Aznavour.

Day Two
September 4, 2025
7:30PM

A Winter’s Song

AMC The Americana at Brand 18

Taking a leap of faith, a struggling musician journeys to her late father’s homeland of Armenia. Surrounded by its rich culture, music, and traditions, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery that will challenge her heart, redefine her dreams, and change her life forever.

Q&A with director Angela Asatrian, actors Krista Marina, Edgar Damatian, Jessie Bedrossian, Judah McFadden, producer Annie Dashtoyan, and producer/editor Yvette Amirian

Day Three
September 5, 2025
6:00PM

Shorts I (Around the World)

AMC The Americana at Brand 18
  • Before They Joined Us
  • The Long Valley
  • Pomegranate
  • The Circus Lion
  • The Turtle
September 5, 2025
8:30PM

Thus Spoke the Wind

AMC The Americana at Brand 18

Hayk, a withdrawn and aloof child, lives on a farm with his aunt Narine. Local teenagers mock him, deeming him strange and weak. Narine cares for him as if he were her own son. After a lengthy stay in another country, Hayk’s mother Anahit, a beautiful woman in her late twenties, returns to the farm. The locals openly condemn her behavior because she does not follow the rules of society. Narine, unable to forgive Anahit for the shame brought upon her with her behavior, decides to take revenge.

Day Four
September 6, 2025
11:00AM

Shorts II (Made in Armenia)

AMC The Americana at Brand 18
  • Aquarium
  • Mr. Beno
  • The Doorman
  • Motherland
  • Burden
September 6, 2025
2:00PM

Shorts III (Student Filmmakers)

AMC The Americana at Brand 18
  • Closer in Strife
  • Daddy, You Still Love Me, Don't You
  • Evie
  • How It Should Be
  • Long Time No See
September 6, 2025
7:30PM

Words Left Unspoken

AMC The Americana at Brand 18

After avoiding speaking at all cost for over two decades, Joze Piranian, who has a severe stutter, decides to confront his fears and make peace with the past, by holding the conversations he never dared to have before.

Q&A with Joze Piranian.

Day Five
September 7, 2025
1:30PM

Sev Ohanian in Proximity with Ryan Coogler

Alex Theatre

Sev Ohanian and Ryan Coogler take the stage for an intimate, in-depth conversation about their collaboration and partnership.

September 7, 2025
5:00PM

Armenian Film Festival Gala

Vertigo

Celebrate the 10-year anniverasry of Armenian Film Society as we honor special Armenian filmmakers and storytellers.

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10 Reserved Seats

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Includes premium, reserved seating, valet, and premium alcohol

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Seating on a first-come, first-served basis

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All-Access Pass: $175
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  • Includes access to all events in program, excluding Opening Night
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All-Access Pass (Dual): $300
  • Admission for two individuals
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