IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 4, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- VIZIO, America's #1 Smart TV1 and sound bar2 company in the U.S., announced today an alliance with the American Film Institute, beginning with a sponsorship of AFI FEST 2014 presented by Audi.   The collaboration has been designed to enrich and nurture the art of film and the viewing of content in homes across America.  With the vision "Nothing is More Captivating" than the entertainment experience, VIZIO aims to connect movie lovers to its Ultra HD TVs and audio products, which deliver a home theater experience highlighted by best-in-class picture and audio.