Netflix's 'In Waves' to Kick Off American French Film Festival

WHO:

Variety - Phuong Mai Nguyen is the director of the animated feature "In Waves."

Deadline - "In Waves" is adapted from AJ Dungo’s graphic novel.

WHAT:

Variety - "In Waves" will open the American French Film Festival on Nov. 3.

Deadline - The film is set against the backdrop of California’s surfing world.

Variety - The American French Film Festival is celebrating its 30th anniversary.

WHERE:

Variety - The American French Film Festival will take place in Los Angeles.

WHEN:

Variety - The American French Film Festival will open on Nov. 3.

Deadline - "In Waves" premiered as the opening film of Cannes Critics’ Week in May.

WHY:

Variety - "In Waves" was selected to open the festival as part of its 30th anniversary celebration.

HOW:

Variety - "In Waves" made its debut at the Cannes Film Festival earlier this year.

(UPDATED September 24, 2026 17:01 UTC)

The animated feature "In Waves," directed by Phuong Mai Nguyen and adapted from AJ Dungo’s graphic novel, will open the American French Film Festival on November 3 in Los Angeles. This year marks the festival's 30th anniversary, and "In Waves" was chosen to kick off the celebration after its debut at Cannes Critics’ Week earlier this year. Set against the backdrop of California’s surfing world, the film promises to be a highlight of the festival.