The 2025 Atlanta Film Festival

The 2025 Atlanta Film Festival

Author: Appen Podcast Network April 18, 2025 Duration: 1:10:06

In this special episode, The Georgia Politics Podcast welcomes Chris Escobar, Executive Director of the Atlanta Film Society, and Jon Kieran, Programming Director of the Atlanta Film Festival (ATLFF), to discuss the upcoming 49th annual Atlanta Film Festival, running from April 24 to May 4, 2025.

With over 6,000 submissions narrowed down to 132 official selections, including 24 world premieres, this year's festival promises a diverse lineup of films. Escobar and Kieran delve into the selection process, the significance of showcasing local talent—with more than 30 films from Georgia-based creators—and the festival's role in shaping the future of storytelling.

Listeners will also gain insights into the Creative Conference, ATLFF's educational extension, offering 46 unique events aimed at filmmakers, performers, and film enthusiasts. The discussion highlights how the festival not only celebrates cinematic art but also contributes to Georgia's cultural and economic landscape.​

Tune in to discover how the Atlanta Film Festival continues to be a cornerstone of Georgia's vibrant film industry.​

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