The 2017 AJFF is a wrap. So, what’s next? AJFF is no longer a once-a-year phenomenon. For the first time ever, we’re rolling out an ambitious slate of world-class programming that you can enjoy throughout the year. Read More »
The 41st annual Atlanta Film Festival takes place March 24 through April 2, 2017. AJFF is excited to partner with the Atlanta Film Festival for three films in their lineup. See which ones you won't want to miss, and be sure to use our special discount to get a savings on tickets. Read More »
We like to spotlight members of the AJFF community – our staff, our sponsors, our volunteers, and our audience – so let us introduce a special new member of our team: AJFF's new Development Director, Lori Zelony. She brings a wealth of expertise and community relationships to the festival. Read More »
From the big screen to the small, we have some ideas about what to watch this month. Among our recommendations is a TCM Fathom Special Event, a new documentary about Hollywood's finest directors during WWII, a Mel Brooks classic, and two Natalie Portman features. Read More »
Emory’s department of Film and Media Studies and the Tam Institute for Jewish Studies will be presenting a screening series of work by Nitzan Gilady, beginning March 15, 2017. Screenings are Wednesdays at 7:30 PM in White Hall and are free and open to the public. See what's playing and don't miss out! Read More »
Tickets are now on sale for the AJFF Day of Encores, Sunday, March 5 at GTC Merchants Walk Cinema. Don't miss your last chance to see the Audience Award and Jury Prize winners, and other favorites of the 17th annual Atlanta Jewish Film Festival. Read More »
We invite you to join the Jewish Women’s Fund of Atlanta and us for an exclusive screening of BRAVE MISS WORLD, followed by a panel discussion with experts in the field and a dessert reception. The film was previously screened as part of the 2014 AJFF. Read More »
After 23 days and a record 202 screenings, the 2017 Atlanta Jewish Film Festival has come to a triumphant close with more screenings of in-demand films, and at more convenient show times, translating to greater access and an improved onsite experience for all audiences. Read More »
Details for the AJFF Day of Encores are coming! In the meantime, save the date for Sunday, March 5, 2017 at the Georgia Theatre Company's Merchants Walk location, then find out more about your second chance to see some of the most talked about films of the 2017 AJFF! Read More »
The ballots have been tabulated and the 2017 AJFF Audience Awards presented by the Helen Marie Stern Memorial Fund have been announced. AJFF is proud to reveal our 2017 Audience Award winners for Best Narrative, Best Documentary, and Best Short. Read More »
The Atlanta Jewish Film Festival is proud to introduce Jury Prizes, deliberated on by an esteemed panel of filmmakers, journalists and experts. After reviewing a select number of films playing in competition, they have selected winners across six categories. Read More »
We're always excited about the themes and genres that emerge every year from the lineup and this year. Take a look at family-friendly films we have this year including those about a friendly monster, an epic basketball victory, several films about brave children and those who help them to survive, and The Pickle Recipe (That one basically describes itself!). Read More »
We're always excited about the themes and genres that emerge every year from the lineup and this year. Take a look at sports films this year including those about soccer, basketball, boxing, and the Olympics. Read More »
It's no secret that we as a staff love talking the films of the festival to anyone, anytime, almost any place. But it just so happens now is the time we get talk about them non-stop with everyone else and we're taking full advantage. So, what are the Staff Picks of the 2017 AJFF? Read More »
Together with Everywhere Agency, we sent out the call for some amazing Social Media Correspondents to help cover all things #AJFF2017. Follow them on their social channels for a special look at this year's festival! Read More »
