Atlanta Film Society News
Ethics at the Movies is a documentary screening series presented by the Center for Ethics at Emory University, featuring in-person post-film conversations with members of the creative teams behind the films.
The Atlanta Film Society (ATLFS) and Kodak are partnering to present the 100 Feet of Film Project. This project allows a team of filmmakers to maximize their creativity while minimizing the need for reshooting. Through this project, filmmakers will learn to effectively and efficiently shoot on a limited reel of film stock and, in the process, must focus on the fundamentals of filmmaking.
ATLANTA, GA (July 24, 2025)—The Atlanta Film Society is proud to announce the award winners for our most recent LOCALS ONLY: TRIPPIN’, which occurred on Thursday, July 24, 2025. The Jury Award Winner was chosen by distinguished jurors from all backgrounds across the film industry, while in-person attendees determined the Audience Award.
ATLANTA, GA (February 14, 2025)—The Atlanta Film Society is proud to announce the award winners for our most recent LOCALS ONLY: SHORTS & GIGGLES, which took place Thursday, February 13, 2025. The Jury Award Winner was chosen by distinguished jurors from all backgrounds across the film industry, while the Audience Award was determined by in-person attendees.
The Atlanta Film Society (ATLFS) is pleased to announce it has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for a Grants for Arts Projects award of $20,000! This grant will save jobs and fund operations and facilities, health and safety supplies, and marketing and promotional efforts to encourage attendance and participation.
Christopher Escobar, the Executive Director of the Atlanta Film Society, was asked to comment on the recent passing of President Jimmy Carter. Christopher is an executive producer for the documentary CARTERLAND, which examines the tragic yet inspirational life of our country's most misunderstood president.
Chris Escobar has been awarded Georgia's Creative Champion of 2024/2025. The honor was bestowed last night at Georgia Entertainment's Signature 100 held on Stage 5 of Assembly Studios. Over 600 producers, directors, and entertainment executives in Georgia and beyond were in attendance.
tlanta Film Society is pleased to announce the screening of GIRLFIGHT, directed by Karyn Kusama. Celebrating its 25th Anniversary, Girlfight is featured as this year's ATLFS ¡CINEMÁS! screening, in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month!