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Festival Info
Celebrating independent cinema since 2004, making it one of the country's longest-running underground film festivals.

The Atlanta Underground Film Festival has been celebrating independent cinema since 2004, making it one of the country's longest-running underground film festivals.
AUFF is a home for films that take risks, challenge expectations, and don't fit neatly into the mainstream. From unconventional narratives to experimental work, we celebrate filmmakers who follow their own path.
But AUFF is about more than watching films. Our four-day festival brings filmmakers and audiences together for screenings, Q&As, parties, and late-night gatherings. The atmosphere is relaxed, the conversations are real, and friendships often continue long after the festival ends.
Whether you're a filmmaker or a film lover, AUFF is a place to discover something different, meet creative people, and spend a weekend celebrating independent film.
The 24th Annual Atlanta Underground Film Festival takes place August 12-15, 2027, at 7 Stages Theatre in Little 5 Points, Atlanta.

Since its founding in 2004, the Atlanta Underground Film Festival has spent more than two decades celebrating independent films that challenge expectations and break conventions.
From its early days at Eyedrum and several other Atlanta venues, AUFF has grown into one of the country's longest-running underground film festivals, bringing filmmakers and audiences together to celebrate cinema outside the mainstream.

At AUFF, your film is more than another title on a schedule. We bring filmmakers and audiences together for screenings, Q&As, parties, and opportunities to connect.
Our atmosphere is relaxed, our audiences are curious, and we value creativity over budgets. Whether you're screening your first short or your latest feature, you'll find a community that appreciates films that do things differently.
It was an amazing experience! The screening went so well, and we connected with so many talented filmmakers from around the world. The festival far surpassed our expectations.
Showing up because my short film was a selection with zero expectations and walking home with an award in my hands was a highlight of my life. This festival cares about the film community and I plan on returning again and again!!
First off the bat-Kelsey and Amy are incredible hosts. I cannot stress enough that they are the best in the game.
My film premiered to a completely packed out showing(which I also have to credit the ff for promoting), which I was eternally grateful for. I had the best time! See you next year!
I'm a huge fan of the Atlanta film festival series. The teams are so warm and responsive. It's clear they love films and filmmakers. I'm honored and grateful to have been a part -- and encourage fellow filmmakers to submit.
We are so grateful to have had "One NIght Cherub" at Atlanta Underground. The festival was a true delight with indie artists telling stories they believed in and that mattered. Amy and Kelsey were delightful programmers and demonstrated they have an eye for thoughtful, underground art. It's a joy to attend and I recommend people enjoy Atlanta Underground.
I had such a great time at this one. Well attended with audiences eager to see some off the wall films! Nice venue close to plenty of downtown hotels. The organizers and staff are the absolute coolest. Programming was top notch. Hard to beat Atlanta's southern hospitality.
Find out more about location and parking
1105 Euclid Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, USA
Check out this interview with Festival Director Kelsey Coy and Director of Hospitality, Amy Middleton
Join us August 6-9 at 7 Stages in Little 5 Points Atlanta
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