Upcoming Atlanta Film Society Screenings and Events

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GPP/ATLFS present The PA Academy - Fall 2024
Nov 16
Electric Owl Studios
GPP/ATLFS present The PA Academy - Fall 2024
Electric Owl Studios

Start your career or improve upon your current skills in the industry with advanced knowledge. The PA Academy shows you what it takes to succeed while preparing you for your first day on set or your transition from a dayplayer to a core crew member.

Electric Owl Studios
ATLFF Alumni Theatrical Premiere: Family Tree
Nov 16
SCADShow
ATLFF Alumni Theatrical Premiere: Family Tree
SCADShow

FAMILY TREE explores sustainable forestry in North Carolina through the stories of two Black families fighting to preserve their land and legacy. Despite setbacks, they work to create sustainable land to pass on to the next generation. This powerful film premiered earlier this year at the 2024 Atlanta Film Festival and has played at festivals across the US to rave reviews. 

SCADShow
MEMBER EXCLUSIVE SCREENING: Better Man
Nov 20
Regal Atlantic Station
MEMBER EXCLUSIVE SCREENING: Better Man
Regal Atlantic Station

From legendary director Ridley Scott, Gladiator II continues the epic saga of power, intrigue, and vengeance set in Ancient Rome. Years after witnessing the death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius (Paul Mescal) is forced to enter the Colosseum after his home is conquered by the tyrannical Emperors who now lead Rome with an iron fist.

Regal Atlantic Station
LOCALS ONLY: What Haunts You
Nov 21
Tara Atlanta
LOCALS ONLY: What Haunts You
Tara Atlanta

LOCALS ONLY is a recurring screening of short films from Georgia’s independent filmmakers, with each event having a distinct theme and focus. Featured short films come entirely from submissions. This November, we’re stretching spooky season into overtime with FALL 2024 LOCALS ONLY: WHAT HAUNTS YOU?

Tara Atlanta
Free Monthly Members Screening
Nov 26
Plaza Theatre
Free Monthly Members Screening
Plaza Theatre

It's the 4th Tuesday of the month, which means one thing: the ATLFS Monthly Member Screening. Join us at the Plaza Theatre and receive one ticket to any movie of your choice on us! Just provide proof of membership. We may even have a few prizes!

Plaza Theatre
Film Business Basics (Online Class Series)
Dec 7
Film Business Basics (Online Class Series)

In this series of introductory film classes, 30-year industry veteran, Producer Linda Burns, gives students the answers they need to begin their journey into the world of film and television. With smaller class sizes and a much slower pace than The PA Academy, this class offers more direct interaction allowing the opportunity to ask many more questions. Register today to start your career off on the right foot. Pick the class that’s right for you, or save money by registering for all 3 classes together.

100 Feet of Film 2025: Film Screening
Mar 3
Plaza Theatre
100 Feet of Film 2025: Film Screening
Plaza Theatre

Join us at the Plaza Theatre on March 3rd as we celebrate the third edition of the 100 Feet of Film project and screen the completed films. Two prizes will be awarded following this screening, one Jury Award and one Audience Award.

Plaza Theatre

The Atlanta Film Society presents a diverse slate of year-round offerings for film-lovers and filmmakers, as well as both established and emerging industry professionals. Join our Email List and find us on Facebook, LinkedIn or Twitter for information on upcoming events.  Please become an ATLFS MEMBER for special discounts on tickets, registrations & submissions, invites to exclusive advance screenings, and other special perks.

Screenings and Events

Advance Screenings ATLFS Members enjoy invitations to exclusive Sneak-Peek & Special Event Screenings all year-round. From pre-theatrical Presentations of blockbuster movies & indie gems to premiere parties for new TV series, our Advance Screenings are a great perk for membership supporters of ATLFS.

Partner Screenings and Events Partnering with groups such as Atlanta Celebrates Photography, A3C Hip Hop Festival, WonderRoot, Alliance Française and more, ATLFS co-produces and co-presents a variety of events throughout the city.

Networking and Conversations

Eat, Drink & B-Indie join us on the 3rd Tuesday of the month from 7:30pm – 9:30pm at Manuel’s Tavern conversations with Atlanta and Georgia filmmakers about a specific film, company, group or collective as we talk about their projects and network. EDBI is a place to become part of the conversation.

Members' Holiday Party The annual holiday party is a chance for ATLFS to thank it's members with an evening of fun, casual networking, season's cheer and meeting fellow members and filmmakers.

Atlanta Film Festival

Atlanta Film Festival (ATLFF) is an Academy Award qualifying, international film festival held in Atlanta, Georgia. Started in 1976 and occurring every April, the festival shows a diverse range of independent films, including genre films such as horror and sci-fi.

Screenplay Competition The Atlanta Film Festival Screenplay Competition looks to discover high quality screenplays and then help 3 writers further develop and refine their script through an intensive workshop retreat with professional writers and filmmakers coincides with the Atlanta Film Festival.

Creative Conference As part of our mission to offer professional development for working filmmakers in Atlanta and Georgia as well as unmatched access to information for emerging filmmakers.

If you need reasonable modifications due to a disability, including communications in an alternate format, in order to participate in any Atlanta Film Society or Atlanta Film Festival event, please contact us at (404) 352-4225 or via e-mail at info@atlantafilmsociety.org.  Please contact us fourteen days (14) in advance of the event to facilitate your request.

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