Atlanta Film Festival marks 50 years, brings films, stars and economic impact to the city

The Atlanta Film Festival is celebrating a major milestone this year, marking 50 years as one of the city's longest-running cultural events.

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Atlanta's indie film boom: Why more creators are taking over the screen

Atlanta's film industry has long been associated with major studio productions, but independent filmmakers are stepping into a bigger role as the landscape changes.

• Apr 9

Netflix raises its subscription prices for the second time in 2 years

The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.

• Mar 27

Georgia voices, films in the spotlight during Oscars 2026 ceremony

Many of Georgia's own creatives had a hand in creating the films nominated for the 98th Academy Awards.

• Mar 15

Fulton hosts 19th Black History Film Fest celebrating culture, impact

The 19th annual Black History Film Festival highlights local culture, awards scholarships, and explores the economic contributions of Black filmmakers in Fulton County.

• Mar 1

"Scream 7" taps Atlanta's SCAD campus for filming location

One of the locations "Scream 7" director Kevin Williamson handpicked for the newest film in the slasher series was the Atlanta's Savannah College of Art and Design.

• Feb 27

Georgia's film industry gets creative amid ongoing production slowdown

From 2022 to 2024, production spending in Georgia dropped more than a quarter, and the industry has had to get creative to survive.

• Jan 16

Robert Redford left cinematic and political impact on Georgia

Actor and director Robert Redford made his powerful presence on screen felt when he filmed in Georgia.

• Sep 16, 2025