Art House Theaters in Atlanta Area
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Atlanta's film culture has grown alongside the city's emergence as 'Hollywood of the South.' While production has boomed, the art house scene has benefited from an influx of creative professionals who demand more than blockbusters. Historic Black cinema traditions and new immigrant communities add depth to the city's film landscape.
Highlights
- Plaza Theatre is Atlanta's oldest continuously operating indie cinema, open since 1939
- Landmark Midtown Art Cinema anchors the Midtown Mile with first-run indie fare
- The Highland Ballroom and Academy Theatre in Hapeville screen vintage films
- High Museum of Art programs artist films and international cinema
- Dad's Garage Theatre occasionally programs cult screenings with comedy
Neighborhoods
Midtown is the art house center with multiple venues. Poncey-Highland hosts the historic Plaza. Decatur's downtown square has developed its own film culture. The BeltLine corridor is spawning new entertainment venues.
Tip: Atlanta Film Festival in spring brings premieres and industry connections. The city's sprawl means driving is usually necessary—but MARTA reaches Midtown venues.
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