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. The theme of Winter 2024's LOCALS ONLY is dedicated to the loverrr–in you, and you, and YOU! Does your narrative feature a love story? Does your documentary focus on the love of music? Well, we can’t wait! LOCALS ONLY Presents: LOVE NOTES. This season, we’re screening romance shorts that make us swoon and music videos that make us groove. We want your feel-good short docs on how your grandparents met and your animated shorts that immerse us in your favorite albums. If your short film focuses on love, music, or both, send us a note.
The lineup:
Beg, Borrow, Steal - Dir: Troy Bieser
Bi Panic - Dir: Hayley Valeri
Delilah! - Dir: Troy Bieser
Sunday Service - Dir: Ines Michelena
Love Note - Dir: Camilo Diaz
You’ve Matched - Dir: Justin Poage
Maneater - Dir: Joy Lamont-Smith
TASTE - Dir: Bobby Huntley
Sun & Shower - Dir: Dustin Timbrook
Mysore Magic - Dir: Abijeet Achar
All selected films will screen at the event, scheduled to take place on February 13th at the Tara Theater and receive Official Selection laurels. Additionally, selected filmmakers will receive a waiver to submit their LOCALS ONLY entry to the next Atlanta Film Festival. Each selected film will receive 5 free tickets to attend the screening as well as two free tickets to the Tara Theater ($30 value).
Jury and Audience prizes will be awarded. Each will come with a $100 cash prize. Winning films will also receive winner laurels, 2 All-Access badges each to the next Atlanta Film Festival ($800+ value), 2 Tara Theatre ticket/popcorn/drink combos ($54 value), in addition to a goodie bag including:
$100 gift certificate for Jury Award winner and $50 gift certificate for Audience Award winner from The Melting Pot restaurant
1x 30 min skin consultation OR 30 min tarot reading from Sunflower Moonrose
1x candle of their choosing from Soul Coffee Self-Care Supply Co.
1x small flower bouquet from Flower Buds
COORDINATING FESTIVE OUTFITS ENCOURAGED! Best couple’s outfits will win fabulous prizes!
Locals artisans and vendors will be on site for your shopping pleasure!
Camera, projectors, and screens by Audio Video Club
Flowers by Flower Buds
Soaps and Scrubs by Nova Apothecary
Candles by Soul Coffee Self Care Supply Co.