Hitting the Right Note: A Musician's Take on the Genius of Saul Bass
Jazz musician, Joe Alterman, gives his unique perspective on the work of Saul Bass and his collaborative work in film. Read More »
AJFF Updates and Other News
AJFF Recommends: What to Watch in June
Keep an eye out for two classics back on the big screen from Turner Classic Movies, one of the highest grossing films ever, and more in this month's edition. Read More »
AJFF Connects: Maynard
In June, we are proud to present Maynard, which celebrates the legacy of Atlanta’s first black mayor. Produced in partnership with the Atlanta Black-Jewish Coalition. Read More »
AJFF Recommends: Film Picks for Israel at 70
As Israel turns 70, AJFF celebrates the only way we really know how, through film. We asked a handful of AJFF stakeholders their favorite three films, Hollywood, Israeli, or otherwise, to add to your watch lists for this landmark anniversary. Read More »
Meet AJFF: Danny Davis of Protect Awesome and Production Designer of Cinebash
We're incredibly proud that AJFF attracts some of the most talented, passionate people. We rely heavily on this village to make AJFF what it is, and we're going to introduce you to some of the people who make up that village. From our staff, to our volunteers, or even to members of our audience, there's a huge group of people that make AJFF a world-class cultural event. This month, we're putting the spotlight on Danny Davis of Protect Awesome and Production Designer of AJFF’s newest annual program, Cinebash. Read More »
AJFF Recommends: What to Watch in May
The latest film from an AJFF Icon, an audience favorite from the 2018 AJFF, and more populate this month's picks. Read More »
Saul Bass and Cinebash
The theme of Cinebash 2018 is simple:, step into the world of Saul Bass. Even if you don’t know the celebrated graphic designer’s name, you know his work, which continues to resonate long after his passing. Arguably best known for his film title designs for the likes of Alfred Hitchcock, Otto Preminger, and Billy Wilder, the range of his work encompassed branding, marketing and poster design, and even his own films. Read More »
A Final Reminder to Apply for the 2019 AJFF Film Evaluation Committee
We're so excited to begin to evaluate films for the 2019 AJFF and we need your help! We invite you to take a fun look at some pitfalls to avoid as you apply this year. Read More »
Get Tickets For the Next Two AJFF Selects: A Memoir of War and RBG
Find out more about our AJFF Selects in April and May, A Memoir of War and RBG. Read More »
AJFF Selects: RBG
In May, we are proud to present RBG, an intimate portrait of the diminutive, boundary-shattering Supreme Court Justice, Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Presented in partnership with Jewish Women’s Fund of Atlanta. Read More »
AJFF Selects: A Memoir of War
Tickets are available for the latest in our monthly film series, AJFF Selects. In April, we are proud to present A Memoir of War, a critically-acclaimed, heartrending reflection on wartime grief, based on author Marguerite Duras’ autobiographical novel. Read More »
Make a Film for the 2019 AJFF with the Jerusalem Film Workshop
The Atlanta Jewish Film Festival and the Jerusalem Film Workshop (JFW) are proud to continue their partnership awarding one Atlanta student a full scholarship to attend the 6-week (June 24 through August 3, 2018) intensive workshop in Jerusalem completely free of charge, including travel and accommodations. Atlanta students between the ages of 19-25 are eligible and must submit their applications by April 25. Read More »
Meet AJFF: Former AJFF Filmmaker and 2018 Jury Member, Deborah Riley Draper
We're incredibly proud that AJFF attracts some of the most talented, passionate people. We rely heavily on this village to make AJFF what it is, and we're going to introduce you to some of the people who make up that village. From our staff, to our volunteers, or even to members of our audience, there's a huge group of people that make AJFF a world-class cultural event. This month, we're putting the spotlight on a former AJFF filmmaker (Olympic Pride, American Prejudice) and participant of the 2018 AJFF Jury, Deborah Riley Draper. Read More »
AJFF Recommends: What to Watch in April
Audience favorites from the 2018 AJFF are scattered throughout this month's picks as well as a three time Academy Award winner, now over 20 years old. Read More »
The 2019 Film Evaluation Committee is Accepting Applications
The Atlanta Jewish Film Festival is now accepting applications to serve on the 2019 AJFF Film Evaluation Committee. Submit your application today! Read More »
