Atlanta Horror Society

Atlanta Horror Society Atlanta's Horror Enthusiast Club

06/19/2026

13 DAYS. ONE FILM. NO EXCUSES.
The Sinema Challenge is back!
Link in the bio to sign up.

Gather your team, draw your horror genre, draw your humanity card, and create a short film in just 13 days. Every team film completed on time in any condition will premiere their world premiere on the opening night of the Buried Alive Film Festival at The Plaza Theatre.

Whether you're an experienced filmmaker or making your first horror short, this is your chance to challenge yourself, meet fellow creators, and bring your nightmares to life.

Registration is now open.
Teams are limited.

Launch Party:
September 2, 2026
The Tara Theatre

Film Deadline:
September 15, 2026 at 11:59

Screening & Awards:
November 5, 2026
The Plaza Theatre

Register today:
SINEMACHALLENGE.COM

ATLANTA HORROR SOCIETY FILMMAKER OF THE MONTHThis month we're proud to spotlight local filmmaker James Mathis and his su...
06/18/2026

ATLANTA HORROR SOCIETY FILMMAKER OF THE MONTH

This month we're proud to spotlight local filmmaker James Mathis and his supernatural horror short, The Offering.

Like many horror fans, James grew up on the classics of the 70s and 80s, but one film has always stood above the rest: Halloween. What makes it his favorite isn't just the scares. It's the realism. Michael Myers wasn't a monster hiding in another world. He felt like someone who could be waiting around any corner, in any neighborhood. That simple, relentless terror left a lasting impression and continues to inspire James as a storyteller today.

Join us on June 25 as we screen The Offering, James's chilling tale of supernatural hunters, ancient evil, and a town hiding dark secrets. After the film, James will join us for a live Q&A to discuss filmmaking, horror, and the stories that inspire him.

We'll also celebrate one of James's favorite horror classics with a live audience commentary of The Gate (1987), plus the return of the Atlanta Horror Society Horror Trivia Championship.

Thursday, June 25, 2026
8:00 PM
Boggs Social & Supply
FREE Admission

Come support local horror, meet fellow fans and filmmakers, win prizes, and enjoy a night dedicated to the genre we love.

The Gate and The Offering are two perfect examples of why we love horror.One is a beloved 1980s cult classic that introd...
06/18/2026

The Gate and The Offering are two perfect examples of why we love horror.

One is a beloved 1980s cult classic that introduced a generation of fans to backyard demons, practical effects, and unforgettable nightmares. The other is a modern independent horror film proving that the spirit of genre filmmaking is alive and well in Georgia.

Join us as we screen our June Filmmaker of the Month selection, The Offering, followed by a live Q&A with filmmaker James Mathis. Then stick around for our Feature Commentary of the Month, The Gate (1987), directed by Tibor Takács.

During the commentary, we'll explore the film's incredible practical effects, behind-the-scenes secrets, creature designs, and why it remains one of the most influential gateway horror films ever made.

Thursday, June 25, 2026
8:00 PM
Boggs Social & Supply
FREE Admission

Come celebrate local filmmakers, cult classics, and the movies that remind us why we fell in love with horror in the first place.

CHILDHOOD HORROR QUESTION OF THE DAYWhat horror movie scared you the most as a kid?Was it the nightmare-inducing clown f...
06/17/2026

CHILDHOOD HORROR QUESTION OF THE DAY

What horror movie scared you the most as a kid?

Was it the nightmare-inducing clown from Poltergeist? The vampires of Fright Night? The creatures from The Gate? Maybe Michael Myers, Freddy Krueger, or something that had absolutely no business being shown to a child.

Tell us the horror movie that kept you awake at night, made you sleep with the lights on, or had you checking under the bed before going to sleep.

We'll go first: The Gate still traumatized an entire generation with those tiny demonic creatures!
Drop your answer in the comments!

GEORGIA HORROR FILMMAKERS, WE WANT TO SEE YOUR WORK!Link in the BioDid you create a horror film in Georgia? The Atlanta ...
06/16/2026

GEORGIA HORROR FILMMAKERS, WE WANT TO SEE YOUR WORK!
Link in the Bio

Did you create a horror film in Georgia? The Atlanta Horror Society is looking for the next Filmmaker of the Month.

Each month, we spotlight a Georgia horror filmmaker and screen their work in front of our growing community of horror fans, filmmakers, and industry supporters. It's an opportunity to showcase your film, connect with fellow creators, and build your audience.

Selected filmmakers receive:

• A featured screening of their film
• A live Q&A with attendees
• Promotion across Atlanta Horror Society social media
• Networking opportunities with Georgia filmmakers
• Eligibility for our Filmmaker of the Year honor

Whether you're a first-time filmmaker or a seasoned horror veteran, we want to celebrate local horror and help grow Georgia's independent horror scene.

Submit your film today at:
ATLANTAHORRORSOCIETY.COM/FMOTY

Support Local Horror. Support Independent Filmmakers. Support Georgia Horror.

06/15/2026

SUBMISSIONS ARE NOW OPEN!

The dead are rising up on the big screen.

Submissions are now open for the Buried Alive Horror Film Festival 2026! Submit your film and join filmmakers from around the world in Atlanta this November.

November 5–8, 2026

Submit today at FilmFreeway:
filmfreeway.com/BuriedAliveFilmFestival

Will your film rise above the rest?

MONSTER MONDAY TRIVIA: "THE GATE"KEEPER'S CHALLENGE 😈Think you know your practical effects horror? Tonight's question c...
06/15/2026

MONSTER MONDAY TRIVIA: "THE GATE"KEEPER'S CHALLENGE 😈

Think you know your practical effects horror? Tonight's question crawls straight out of the backyard from the 1987 cult classic The Gate!
Which practical effect became one of the most memorable scenes in the movie?

Drop your answer below, without cheating and then swipe for the answer.
No cheating. No summoning demons for hints. No opening mysterious holes in your backyard.

The first person with the correct answer earns eternal bragging rights (or at least until the next trivia post).

Join us Thursday, June 25th at 8:00 PM for our Atlanta Horror Society meetup as we discuss The Gate, practical effects, horror filmmaking, and more!

Boggs Social & Supply
1310 White St SW, Atlanta, GA 30310

What do you think? A, B, C, or D?

🏆 HORROR TRIVIA RETURNS! Think you know horror? Prove it!Join the Atlanta Horror Society on Thursday, June 25 at 8:00 PM...
06/13/2026

🏆 HORROR TRIVIA RETURNS!

Think you know horror? Prove it!

Join the Atlanta Horror Society on Thursday, June 25 at 8:00 PM as we kick off a brand-new season of our annual Horror Trivia Championship! Gather your team, sharpen your horror knowledge, and compete against fellow fans for bragging rights, championship points, and killer prizes.

This month's trivia will feature questions inspired by our featured film discussion, The Gate (1987), along with questions covering horror classics, modern favorites, monsters, practical effects, directors, and more.

PRIZES FOR THE TOP TEAMS:
1st Place – Horror Prize Pack + Championship Points
2nd Place – Horror Collectibles & Swag
3rd Place – Horror-Themed Prize Bundle

Whether you're a casual horror fan or a certified horror encyclopedia, everyone has a chance to win. Bring your friends, create a team name, and join us for a night of horror discussion, local filmmaking, and trivia madness.

📍 Boggs Social & Supply
🗓 June 25, 2026
⏰ 8:00 PM
🎟 FREE Admission (Optional Donations Welcome)

Will your team begin the journey to become the next Atlanta Horror Society Horror Trivia Champion?

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