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Come to Ciné for the Southern US premiere of Ugly Sweater.
Determined to study astrophysics at an Ivy League college, high-school senior Ruby faces her anxiety as it appears vividly in her dreams, prompted by a seemingly magical ugly Christmas sweater. Within this tumultuous year, Ruby experiences first love, nostalgia, the power of sisterhood, and a new path to find peace.
Directed by Lauren Musgrove, an 8-time Southeast Emmy winning filmmaker based in Athens, Georgia, and current Assistant Professor of Entertainment and Media Studies at UGA.
Starring Deja Monique Cruz, whose film and television appearances credits include Netflix holiday Rom-Com "Christmas with you" and her recurring role on "The Crossover", a new series on Disney+.
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Festival Schedule

3 DAYS
4 VENUES
80+ FILMS
WORKSHOPS
NETWORKING EVENTS
3 DAYS
4 VENUES
80+ FILMS
WORKSHOPS
NETWORKING EVENTS

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The film industry is growing in Athens...but not without the Film Community.

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About Us

The film community in Athens, Georgia has experienced exponential growth in the last few years, and we are long overdue for a film festival that we can call our own. We are eager to present films that the Athens and greater Atlanta community will deeply appreciate and connect with.

ATHFF is certain to bring people together to share a love for film, sparking collaboration and inspiring epiphanies yet unknown. The festival will both harness and contribute to the thriving Georgia film scene.

Mission Statement

The Athens Film Festival aims to strengthen and embolden the local film community by bringing together top filmmakers, cinephiles, and enthusiasts to celebrate film in Athens.

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