Atlanta Film Society

Atlanta Film Society ATLFS aims unite the Atlanta community by serving artists in creative growth and inspiring audiences through the power of the moving image.

The Atlanta Film Society is a 501C3 nonprofit that works to connect, educate, and engage audiences with the creative industry by supporting artists and providing a platform for their work. Now celebrating a 40-year history, the Atlanta Film Society (ATLFS) is one of the oldest and largest organizations dedicated to the promotion and education of film in the United States. Enriching the community t

hrough screenings, classes, workshops and other events year-round, the chief operation of ATLFS is the Atlanta Film Festival. One of only two dozen Academy Award-qualifying events in the country, the Atlanta Film Festival showcases over 200 films annually to 25,000 attendees across a ten day event each spring. Each year, the Atlanta Film Festival receives nearly 4,000 submissions from 120 countries across the globe. It has been distinguished as the 'Best Film Festival' by Creative Loafing, Sunday Paper, 10Best and Atlanta Magazine, as well as one of the '25 Coolest Film Festivals in the World' and one of '50 Film Festivals Worth the Entry Fee' by MovieMaker Magazine. Recently Atlanta Film Festival celebrity guests include James Franco, Josh Brolin, Richard Chamberlain, Margaret Cho, Abigail Spencer, Drivin’ N Cryin’, Jeff Foxworthy, Jasmine Guy, Kara Hayward, Martin Henderson, Georgie Henley, Chris Lowell, Ludacris, Pras Michel, Julianne Nicholson, Tye Sheridan, Chris Tucker, Eddie Vedder and many others. ATLFS screenings & events often include in-person dialogue with filmmakers, providing audiences, artists and industry professionals with meaningful opportunities to network, interact and engage. Throughout the years, ATLFS has hosted a diverse selection of films from emerging, contemporary and renowned filmmakers including Spike Lee, Craig Brewer, Mario Van Peebles, Morgan Spurlock, Ray McKinnon, Aaron Katz, Lynn Shelton, James Ponsoldt, James Moll, Robert Rodriguez, Tina Mabry, Carlos Cuarón, Marc Webb, Debra Granik, Bill Plympton, Francesca Mirabella, Erin Galey, Chloe Domont, Dehanza Rogers, David Gordon Green, Vladimir de Fontenay and Frances Bodomo. The Atlanta Film Society is a membership-based 501(c)(3) arts non-profit.

Wanna disrupt the film industry? 🤩 Good, we've got people for you to meet at the Post Atlanta Conference! 🍑Visit atlanta...
08/30/2026

Wanna disrupt the film industry? 🤩 Good, we've got people for you to meet at the Post Atlanta Conference! 🍑

Visit atlantafilmsociety.org/upcoming for details! 🎬

LOCALS ONLY: A screening exclusively of films both shot in Georgia and made by local filmmakers.Submissions are open for...
08/30/2026

LOCALS ONLY: A screening exclusively of films both shot in Georgia and made by local filmmakers.

Submissions are open for our fall 2026 cycle, Lost In The Shadows. Whether it's a Southern Gothic tale of what lurks in a small town, a nostalgic look at the frights of yesteryear, or a dark romantic tale with a centuries-old beast, we're looking for films of what was once buried becoming resurrected.

No film to submit? You can still join us for the screening on October 22 at Tara Atlanta. Tickets on sale now!

Learn more, submit, and get tickets at www.atlantafilmsociety.org/locals-only

New Class Announcement 🎬 Basic Pitch: The Fundamentals of PitchingJoin actor, writer, director, comedian Baron Vaughn to...
08/28/2026

New Class Announcement 🎬 Basic Pitch: The Fundamentals of Pitching

Join actor, writer, director, comedian Baron Vaughn to create a dynamic and engaging pitch for your film. Whether you've never written a pitch, or you want to tighten up the pitch you already have, this is the class for you.

For details and to register, visit https://www.atlantafilmsociety.org/upcoming-events/basic-pitch 🍑🎬

08/27/2026

Member Exclusive Screening: NEAGLEY 🎞️

Hey Atlanta Film Society Members, you're invited to an exclusive screening and Q&A with Maria Stern Wed. Sept. 2 at IPIC Atlanta. Check your email for the invite. 🍑 Not a member? Go to atlfs.org and let's fix that for you! 🎬

Ready to level up your filmmaking? Take a class with the Atlanta Film Society this fall! From short filmmaking to pitchi...
08/26/2026

Ready to level up your filmmaking?

Take a class with the Atlanta Film Society this fall! From short filmmaking to pitching, we've got you covered with classes taught by filmmakers with extensive backgrounds in their craft.

This isn't all we have planned for the season; we have free networking events, a two-day editing conference with Moonshine Post Production, and more to be announced 👀

Want to learn more? Visit www.atlantafilmsociety.org/upcoming-events

This screenwriting intensive will guide you through the essential tools and techniques needed to develop a compelling sh...
08/24/2026

This screenwriting intensive will guide you through the essential tools and techniques needed to develop a compelling short film screenplay!

Whether you’re a first-time writer or a filmmaker looking to strengthen your storytelling skills, this course will give you a practical foundation for writing short films—and the tools to take your idea from concept to screenplay.

Register by MIDNIGHT to save $30 on a ticket to this workshop with the code SHORT&SWEET30 at www.atlantafilmsociety.org/upcoming-events/short-sweet

Join us on September 26th and 27th at the iconic Plaza Atlanta for a weekend of education, innovation, and inspiration! ...
08/23/2026

Join us on September 26th and 27th at the iconic Plaza Atlanta for a weekend of education, innovation, and inspiration! 🤩

For details, visit atlantafilmsociety.org/upcoming! 🍑🎞️

Your donations help us put on the biggest celebration of cinema in the South, the Atlanta Film Festival! 🍑🎞️To donate to...
08/21/2026

Your donations help us put on the biggest celebration of cinema in the South, the Atlanta Film Festival! 🍑🎞️

To donate to the , visit atlantafilmsociety.org/donate! 🎬

In partnership with the Emory Center for Ethics, Ethics & the Arts Program- Emory University, the Atlanta Film Society p...
08/20/2026

In partnership with the Emory Center for Ethics, Ethics & the Arts Program- Emory University, the Atlanta Film Society presents a free screening of SABBATH QUEEN and a Q&A with Director/Producer Sandi DuBowski on September 9th 🎥 This screening is a part of Emory University's ongoing Ethics At The Movies series. This event is free and open to the public.

For details and to RSVP, click 👉 https://www.atlantafilmsociety.org/upcoming-events/fall-ethics-at-the-movies 🎬

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25 Park Place NE, Ste 1000
Atlanta, GA
30303

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Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm

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