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The 43rd annual Atlanta Film Festival (ATLFF) kick offs Thursday, April 4, 2019 in Midtown. The event will feature 11 days of movie happenings, film screenings, educational workshops and more.
If you’re a movie buff, you’ll love the talent and filmmaker appearances as well as the special music, food, and art-focused presentations. But there are also FREE things to do.
Check out the ATLFF full schedule here
5 free things to do at the Atlanta Film Festival
The 2019 fest is expected to attract more than 30,000 attendees to more than 150 events from Thursday, April 4 – Sunday, April 14, 2019. Of these happenings, ATLFF is excited to announce five can’t-miss events taking place throughout the festival that are free and open to the public.
ATLFF Screenplay Competition: Script Read
When: Friday, April 5, 2019, 4:00 PM
Where: Hilan Theatre, 798 North Highland Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30306
What: Join us for a script read of selections from each of the three 2019 Atlanta Film Festival Feature Screenplay Competition winners, featuring local SAG-AFTRA actors.
Free admission with advance RSVP at https://www.atlantafilmfestival.com/schedule-2019.
ACVB Presents: ‘Music Voyager’
When: Monday, April 8, 2019, 6:00 PM
Where: Plaza Theatre Main, 1049 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
What: Come to the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau for the world premieres of “Music Voyager” episodes 5 & 6 that feature yours truly—the Atlanta Film Festival—as well as the Plaza Theatre, Dad’s Garage, Paris on Ponce, Karen Anderson & Tiny Doors, Atlanta United and more!
Free admission with advance RSVP at https://www.atlantafilmfestival.com/schedule-2019.
The Florida State University College Of Motion Picture Arts Presents: Selected Keylight Films
When: Wednesday, April 10, 2019, 6:00 PM
Where: Plaza Theatre Main, 1049 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
What: The FSU College of Motion Pictures Arts presents a showcase of eight short student films followed by a panel discussion with representatives from the College. Ranked by The Hollywood Reporter as one of the top 25 film schools in the country, FSU College of Motion Picture Arts produces student films that regularly win prestigious awards like the Student Emmys and Oscars. Join us for an evening of cinematic entertainment as we showcase this year’s selected Keylight Films.
Free admission with advance RSVP at https://www.atlantafilmfestival.com/schedule-2019.
SOUND+VISION
When: Thursday, April 11, 2019, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Where: Eastside Trail // Atlanta BeltLine & Historic Fourth Ward Park
What: After a year hiatus, SOUND+VISION — ATLFF’s signature mid-week event—returns! Join us on the Eastside Trail of the Atlanta BeltLine and Historic Fourth Ward Park for a night of live music, daring virtual reality films, unforgettable art installations, rockin’ music videos and Atlanta’s best food trucks! Previously held at Atlanta landmarks like The Goat Farm and Ponce City Market, this event is a true festival highlight!
Previous performers include Big Freedia, Tank and the Bangas, HelloOcho, Kodie Shane, Lonnie Holley, Gringo Star, Biters, Jungol.
Free admission. No RSVP necessary.
Presentation of HBO’s ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 8 Premiere
When: Sunday, April 14, 2019, 9:00 PM
Where: Plaza Theatre Main, 1049 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
What: HBO is partnering with ATLFF to give guests a chance to see the final season premiere on the big screen at The Plaza!
Free admission with advance RSVP at https://www.atlantafilmfestival.com/schedule-2019
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Marvel fans are losing their stuff after the Avengers Endgame trailer debuted on Tuesday, April 2, 2019. The 2-minute video didn’t show many of the superheroes but gave fans just enough of the plot to spark a frenzy.
“Endgame” is slated to be released in U.S. theaters on April 26.
The new trailer comes on the heels of the success of Marvel’s Captain America. Unlike much of Avengers 4, which had key scenes shot in metro Atlanta, Captain America was filmed in London, Manchester, Caerwent, and Liverpool in the United Kingdom, and Los Angeles.
Where was Avengers 4 filmed?
Filming for Avengers 4 began in August 2017 at Pinewood Studios in Fayetteville. The Atlanta area has been embraced by Marvel producers as an affordable place to shot and do post-production on the Avenger movies, including some of their individual superhero movies such as Ant-Man.
So far, three Avengers films have been shot in ATL with one slated for release in 2019.
The Captain Marvel trailer debuted during halftime of the Washington Redskins-Philadelphia Eagles game, which starts at 8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN.
See the new Avengers ‘Endgame’ trailer
“It’s not about how much we lost, it’s about how much we have left.”
Tickets are now available for Marvel Studios’ #AvengersEndgame, in theaters April 26: https://t.co/h90aWvzX1D pic.twitter.com/4Dz22hRWvQ
— Marvel Studios (@MarvelStudios) April 2, 2019
Fans can expect the usual superheroes with deep story arcs, including Iron Man, Black Panther, Captain America, Spider-Man, Black Widow and of course, Thanos.
Captain Marvel will be released in U.S. theaters on March 8, 2019, a few months ahead of Avengers 4, which premieres May 3.
Atlanta has become a movie mecca in recent years and Georgia has been a favorite location for TV productions since the state instituted generous tax breaks for film companies that agree to shoot locally. Projects from CBS, NBC, HBO, BET and more are slated to shoot in the metro area in 2018-19 and the foreseeable future.With more than 700 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox. -
“Stranger Things 3” just released a new trailer and it delivers on the strangeness big-time. The Atlanta-filmed series has been a runaway hit on Netflix.
The third installment is due to be released on July 4, 2019 and we can’t wait.
Watch new ‘Stranger Things 3’ trailer
In the new teaser, we see glimpses of the madness as rats are seen scurrying around the floor in one intense scene.
The episode is reportedly called “Mall Rats,” and with filming done at Gwinnett Place Mall, it’s a perfect fit.
“Stranger Things 3” began production months ago. Back again on screen are Millie Bobby Brown, Finn Wolfhard, Noah Schnapp and Winona Ryder. But new faces will include Jake Busey and Cary Elwes.
The actors all received huge raises before season 3: Young actors Finn Wolfhard, Gaten Matarazzo, Caleb McLaughlin, and Noah Schnapp will each make $250,000 per episode, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Teenage actors Natalia Dyer, Joe Keery, and Charlie Heaton will now make $150,000.
Will it be worth it? If “Stranger Things 3” can keep the mystery going and keep audiences guessing, then yes indeed.
Atlanta has become a film lover’s paradise in recent years and Georgia has been a favorite location for TV productions since the state instituted generous tax breaks for film companies that agree to shoot locally. Projects from CBS, NBC, HBO, BET and more are slated to shoot in the metro area in 2018-19 and the foreseeable future.
With more than 700 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.Here are the movies filming in Atlanta right now
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The Atlanta Film Festival comes to the city on April 4-14, 2019 and we can’t wait. Nearly 30,000 people are expected to gather in the city to see more than 200 new independent, international, animated, documentary, and short films.
Atlanta Film Festival 2019: Everything you need to know
One of the most prominent and longest-running festivals in the nation, the Atlanta Film Festival is one of only two dozen Oscar-qualifying festivals held in the United States.
Of the hundreds of movies that will screen, the Atlanta Film Festival culled them from 8000+ submissions from all over the world.
Here is the lineup of narrative feature length films for the 43rd Atlanta Film Festival
- AFTERLIFE (HIERNAMAALS
- THE COTTON WOOL WAR (GUERRA DE ALGODÃO)
- CRYSTAL SWAN (Хрусталь)
- FLY BY NIGHT
- HERE AND NOW (AQUÍ Y AHORA)
- INTERNATIONAL FALLS
- JULIA AND THE FOX (JULIA Y EL ZORRO)
- PAGEANT MATERIAL
- PAUSE (PAFSI)
- RECKONING
- SIMPLE WEDDING
- SOUNDLESS DANCE
- SPEED OF LIFE
- TEHRAN: CITY OF LOVE
- THE WAY YOU LOOK TONIGHT
- WORLD BEYOND MY MIND (DRAUßEN IN MEINEM KOPF)
If you’re a movie buff, this is a can’t-miss event: In addition to films galore, the Atlanta Film Festival 2019 will host its Creative Conference from April 8-12.
Atlanta Film Festival: Creative Conference
The ATLFF’s Creative Conference features five days of educational activities such as panels, talks and demos that explore every aspect of cinema. If you want to learn more about the technical areas of film, screenwriting, acting, producing, casting, funding and distribution, this is for you. See prices + more.
Atlanta Film Festival: Screencraft Writers Summit
The ATLFF also hosts the Screencraft Writers Summit, where you can mingle with top screenwriters, agents and producers at workshops, panels and cocktail receptions. Get your badge & more.
Where will the Screencraft Writers Summit take place?
The Georgian Terrace is the Primary Venue for the 2019 ScreenCraft Writers Summit. The Georgian Terrace is located at 659 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30308.
For more information on the Atlanta Film Festival, check out their website.
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- AFTERLIFE (HIERNAMAALS
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Come kick it with us on March 2 for a special show which will include 20 Atlanta based artists showcasing newly created 24” x 24” pieces. We’re also stoked to host music collectives Controllerise and Super Lowkey as they set the vibe for the night!
The event is set for Saturday, March 2, 2019 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM EST at Octane 1009 Marietta Street NorthWest Atlanta, GA 30318.
ATL FAM: What you need to know
Since our last large showcase a year ago, we’re committed to having a large annual showcase that gives the community a chance to meet a lot of creatives that are their neighbors and for us to create a place where we can attract as many people as possible to come see what Atlanta art is all about.
Keep up our feed as we’ll start sharing a preview of each artist’s work and a bit about who they are.
There are so many Atlanta events popping off every week it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest gatherings, Atlanta happenings, parties and more delivered to your inbox.
Things to do in Atlanta on a weekly basis can range from going golfing mid-week to checking out the latest restaurant openings. At AtlantaFi.com, we curate the city for you!
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If you miss the Purple One, Venkman’s in Atlanta is going to scratch that itch with a jazz tribute Prince. “The Jazz of Prince: A Night of Prince’s Jazz Funk Compositions” is set for Feb. 24, 2019 from 7 to 9:30 p.m.
Prince, who shined in many genres, did jazzy music just as well as the next guy. But this show will feature some of his more funkier music with a jazz appeal.
The Jazz of Prince: A Night of Prince’s Jazz Funk Compositions
“The Jazz of Prince” is a night dedicated to highlighting the amount of incredible jazz and jazz funk music in Prince’s massive catalog. Musical Director, Khari Cabral Simmons revisits our wildly successful shows from 2017 due to overwhelming audience demand Khari’s digging even further into the catalog and taking us on a musical journey that is sure to delight the casual fan as well as satisfy the voracious appetite of the die-hard Prince following.
As always, Khari has assembled a world-class band of musicians to deliver the high-quality shows that you’ve come to expect.
TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO:
Venkman’s is located at 740 Ralph McGill Blvd NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30312 in Midtown.
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Coalition Food and Beverage is joining forces with Meating Street Barbecue on Monday, February 25 for a downhome Southern culinary revival that can’t be matched.
On Monday, Feb. 25, Coaltion is hosting a Meating Street Barbecue Pop-up to serve the community some good ‘cue along with your favorite sides.
Coalition Hosts Meating Street BBQ Pop-up
Meating Street Barbecue in Roswell closed its doors in December 2018, but RO Hospitality friend & pitmaster Brian Keenan is still on the grill and looks forward to joining chef Woody Back to serve up some delights for area ‘cue lovers.
Coalition Food and Beverage is usually closed on Mondays, but they’re making an exception for this event, which will feature smoked meats and more from Roswell’s Meating Street Barbecue.
No reservations or tickets are needed to enjoy the pop up.
Here’s what’s on the menu:
- ½ lb. Brisket ($11)
- ½ lb. Pulled Pork ($8)
- ½ lb. Sliced Smoked Turkey Breast ($8)
- Smoked Sausage Link ($5)
- Double Meat (1 lb.) at Twice the Price
All the Above Served with Complimentary Pickles and Onions
For an Additional Price, Enjoy with BBQ Friendly Sides (Collard Greens, Bakes Beans, Mac ‘N Cheese and More
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Fans looking for AtlantaFX Season 3 will have to wait longer than expected. That’s because the hit show has been delayed, according to the FX channel’s chief executive.
“I don’t know whether we’ll have Atlanta or not. The writers are back working right now, thank God.” FX chief John Landgraf told the Hollywood Reporter.
AtlantaFx will be delayed, studio exec says
The sad news means the show won’t be around for the 2019 Emmy nominations, where it has garnered critical acclaim.
The reason for much of the delay centers on the show’s star, Donald Glover, according to Landgraf.
“As you might imagine, Donald Glover is sort of the king of all media, and he just has had an incredibly complicated life. He’s had personal things he’s had to deal with, from injuries to other things I’d rather not say publicly that just have to do with not with his personal life but his extended family. So I think one of the things that is just a reality of television today is you have to wait. We have so many things now that don’t cycle back on a regular basis.”
In December, while on the last leg of his “This is America Tour,” Glover told the crowd at Madison Square Garden that he had just lost his father in death.
“I lost my father a couple weeks ago,” the award-winning actor-singer-songwriter shared on stage. “And I wanted to play him some of the new songs… But he didn’t wanna hear ’em, ’cause he was like, ‘I know they’ll be great.'”
Landgraf indicated that he could force the show back on the air, but at creative cost. “From my standpoint, I wish for the fans as well as for us that we could get everything back on an annual basis but, again, you just have to make a decision about quantity over quality at a certain point — and we’re just erring on the side of quality.”
AtlantaFx is about three friends who help one of them navigate the rap music industry. In addition to Glover, the TV show stars Brian Tyree Henry, Lakeith Stanfield, and Zazie Beetz. Here are the characters they play:
AtlantaFx cast & characters
- Donald Glover: Earnest “Earn” Marks, a young Princeton dropout trying to manage the rap career of his cousin.
- Brian Tyree Henry: Alfred “Paper Boi” Miles, who is trying to make it in the rap world being managed by his cousin Earn.
- Lakeith Stanfield: Darius Epps, Alfred’s eccentric best friend and partner who provides much of the comedic moments on the show.
- Zazie Beetz: Vanessa “Van” Keefer, Earn’s on-again-off-again girlfriend and the mother of their daughter Lottie. She’s also of Afro-German heritage, as we learn on the show.
The second season of AtlantaFx titled Robbin’ Season, premiered on March 1, 2018 and won critics’ praise and widened the fanbase.
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Marvel fans are losing their stuff after the Avengers 4 trailer debuted on Friday, Dec. 7, 2018. The 2-minute video didn’t show many of the superheroes but gave fans just enough of the plot to spark a frenzy.
News of the new trailer comes on the heels of Marvel’s new Captain America teaser. Unlike much of Avengers 4, which had key scenes shot in metro Atlanta, Captain America was filmed in London, Manchester, Caerwent, and Liverpool in the United Kingdom, and Los Angeles.
The new Infinity War trailer is set to be released in the UK Wednesday afternoon with American audiences reportedly getting a glimpse on “Good Morning America.”
Where was Avengers 4 filmed?
Filming for Avengers 4 began in August 2017 at Pinewood Studios in Fayetteville. The Atlanta area has been embraced by Marvel producers as an affordable place to shot and do post-production on the Avenger movies, including some of their individual superhero movies such as Ant-Man.
So far, three Avengers films have been shot in ATL with one slated for release in 2019.
The Captain Marvel trailer debuted during halftime of the Washington Redskins-Philadelphia Eagles game, which starts at 8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN.
See the Captain Marvel trailer
Fans can expect the usual superheroes with deep story arcs, including Iron Man, Black Panther, Captain America, Spider-Man, Black Widow and of course, Thanos.
Captain Marvel will be released in U.S. theaters on March 8, 2019, a few months ahead of Avengers 4, which premieres May 3.
Atlanta has become a movie mecca in recent years and Georgia has been a favorite location for TV productions since the state instituted generous tax breaks for film companies that agree to shoot locally. Projects from CBS, NBC, HBO, BET and more are slated to shoot in the metro area in 2018-19 and the foreseeable future.With more than 700 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox. -
If you’ve got that ’70s groove thang going on, you may be perfect for a new role in a major movie being filmed in Atlanta. Producers will be shooting on December 6 – December 21 and January 3 – January 18.
Atlanta movie seeks dancers for ’70s disco party
If you can’t avail yourself for those dates, please don’t apply. Here are the casting call details:
1970’s Period Piece!! Put on your Boogie Shoes and come Boogie with us!!
We’ve got the cure for your Saturday Night Fever!!Seeking MEN and WOMEN of any ethnicity, ages 18+ with Farrah Fawcett blowouts, well groomed Afros, cool and groovy Hippies, disco dancers, flower power, and bell-bottom jeans. Men with shaggy haircuts, sideburns, mustaches, etc. Women with long hair, blowouts, feathered haircuts and layers, etc.
DATE(s): December 6th – December 21st // January 3 – January 18th
RATE: $75/8 (+Fitting Bump)
LOCATION: Atlanta & surrounding suburbsHow to Submit:
To apply, please send your name, age, height, weight, phone number, email address, availability & 3 photos to submissions@catrettcasting.comSubject: DISCO FEVER
Atlanta has become a movie mecca in recent years and Georgia has been a favorite location for TV productions since the state instituted generous tax breaks for film companies that agree to shoot locally. Projects from CBS, NBC, HBO, BET and more are slated to shoot in the metro area in 2018-19 and the foreseeable future.
With more than 700 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.