22nd Annual Atlanta Underground Film Festival
AUFF 2025
Experience the Unconventional and Uncover the Unexpected at the 22nd Annual Atlanta Underground Film Festival held August 8 - 10, 2025 at Limelight Theater.
Step into the heart of indie cinema at the Atlanta Underground Film Festival (AUFF)—where creativity knows no bounds, and stories are told without limits.
AUFF celebrates visionary filmmakers from around the globe, shining a spotlight on the daring, the experimental, and the unconventional.
Why Attend
• Exclusive Screenings: Discover films you won’t see anywhere else. From groundbreaking shorts to avant-garde features, AUFF showcases raw and unfiltered talent who create films outside of the mainstream.
• Meet the Makers: Connect with filmmakers, cast, and creatives who are reshaping the film landscape.
• Special Events & After-Parties: Mix and mingle with fellow indie film enthusiasts and celebrate the art of cinema.
• Vibrant Community: Join a passionate community of cinephiles, artists, and culture lovers who believe in the power of storytelling.
Whether you’re an indie film enthusiast, a filmmaker, or just curious to see something new, AUFF is the festival that dares to be different.
2025 All Access Pass
Your Passport to Independent Film
With an Atlanta Film Series 2025 Pass, you’re not just attending one event—you’re joining us for an entire season of cinematic exploration!
Dive into exclusive screenings, enjoy late night after parties, attend Q&As with directors and cast members and discover fresh indie films that you won’t experience anywhere else.
Every film in this series is carefully curated, so you’ll have access to a diverse lineup that covers every genre, from thought-provoking documentaries to indie comedy hits, and everything in between.
By securing a 2025 pass, you’ll not only save money but also gain VIP access to exclusive screenings, special events, and opportunities to meet filmmakers, actors, and fellow film enthusiasts. Plus, enjoy reserved seating and early access to tickets to make sure you never miss a moment.
Five Festivals
The Atlanta Film Series is your all-access ticket to some of the city’s most exciting and diverse film festivals.
With a 2025 pass, you’ll experience:
• Atlanta Docufest: March 22 & 23, 2025, dive into powerful documentaries that explore real-world stories, social issues, and cultural shifts. Perfect for those who love a film that makes you think and feel.
• Atlanta Micro Short Film Festival: May 31, 2025, experience creativity in its purest form with this unique festival celebrating micro-short films, where every second counts.
• Atlanta Shortsfest: June 21 & 22, 2025, enjoy a curated selection of the best short films from around the world—an unmissable opportunity to discover emerging filmmakers and cutting-edge cinema.
• Atlanta Underground Film Festival: August 8 - 10, 2025, explore experimental, independent, and avant-garde films that push the boundaries of storytelling and art. A perfect destination for the boldest of film lovers.
• Atlanta Horrorfest: October 17 - 19, 2025, get your adrenaline pumping with spine-tingling, terrifying films from the horror genre. From psychological thrillers to supernatural scares, this festival is a fright-filled ride.
On Sale Now
Why settle for just one film night when you can experience them all? A season pass gives you unbeatable value, saving you money while offering unforgettable evenings with the Atlanta film community.
Don’t just watch films—be part of Atlanta’s vibrant film community and enjoy the best in documentary, shorts, underground cinema, and horror!
On sale now for $99
Join the 14 Day Film Challenge
14 Day Film Challenge
In this unique series of competitions, filmmakers will have just fourteen days to conceptualize, shoot, and edit original short films for one of our renowned events—Atlanta Docufest, Atlanta Micro Short Film Festival, Atlanta Shortsfest, Atlanta Underground Film Festival, and Atlanta Horror Film Festival.
Join us for all of our Atlanta Film Festivals
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