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Upcoming Events

Spotlight on John Cassavetes: THE KILLING OF A CHINESE BOOKIE
Mon, 20 May 2013
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Essential Cinema: TOKYO STORY
Tue, 21 May 2013
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

BEFORE MIDNIGHT Premiere
Thu, 23 May 2013
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Spotlight on John Cassavetes: HUSBANDS
Fri, 24 May 2013
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Spotlight on John Cassavetes: HUSBANDS
Sun, 26 May 2013
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Essential Cinema: THE MAKIOKA SISTERS
Tue, 28 May 2013
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Sneak Peeks: FRANCES HA
Wed, 29 May 2013
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

AVANT CINEMA 6.9: TV PARTY
Wed, 29 May 2013
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Summer Free for All: EVERYTHING YOU ALWAYS WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT SEX* (*BUT WERE AFRAID TO ASK)
Fri, 31 May 2013
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Summer Free for All: EVERYTHING YOU ALWAYS WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT SEX* (*BUT WERE AFRAID TO ASK)
Sun, 02 Jun 2013
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM


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ESSENTIAL CINEMA
Essential Cinema is an eclectic series that highlights the best of global cinema, the best by a particular director, the best of classic Hollywood or the best independent films. Many are Austin premieres. Screenings run year-round on Tuesday evenings...
DOC NIGHTS
Doc Nights is our opportunity to bring the best in documentary filmmaking to the big screen. The series is presented monthly and usually feature a post-screening Q&A session with the filmmaker...
AVANT CINEMA
AFS is proud to present an ongoing series of short experimental, avant-garde films by regional filmmakers. We curate a variety of challenging cinematic art programs, often with the filmmaker in attendance...
BEST OF THE FESTS
AFS is pleased to present new work straight from the festival circuit, showcasing some of the best cinema that may never reach the multiplex. Scheduled monthly with additional presentations as available...

TEXAS INDEPENDENT FILM NETWORK
The Texas Independent Film Network (TIFN) is a statewide coalition of film societies, universities and independent theaters united for the purpose of screening Texas independent film...

PREMIERES & SPECIAL EVENTS

Every year AFS has the great pleasure of presenting premieres and special screenings. Past events have included premieres of films by Richard Linklater, Robert Rodriguez, Matthew McConaughey and Catherine Hardwicke. Member benefits vary but usually include a discount and always first dibs on tickets...

SNEAK PEEKS
Be the first to see new studio movies! You love 'em, we got 'em. For active AFS members only, these screenings are typically free, seating is first come, first served and they are usually overbooked so you have to get there early to get your spot...
MOVIEMAKER DIALOGUES
Our bi-montly panel discussions provide an opportunity to hear from and soak up advice from visiting filmmakers. Guest filmmakers screen clips or shorts and expound upon their respective craft through discussion. Open to members and nonmembers alike, but free for Filmmaker level and above members...
WORKS-IN-PROGRESS
AFS Filmmaker members are invited to submit their documentary and narrative work-in-progress to be screened among other filmmakers for feedback. Each screening is a networking opportunity and a window into the creative process...

CO-SPONSORED EVENTS
Every year, AFS is joins forces with other organizations in Austin to co-sponsor events. We work with Cine Las Americas, aGLIFF, the Austin Jewish Film Festival, the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, SXSW, The Alamo Drafthouse and The Paramount Theatre.

We have also had unique collaborations such as the Austin Lyric Opera, "The Birth of the Cool" presented with the Blanton Museum of Art and Movies in the Park with Downtown Austin Alliance and Austin Parks Foundation. We are always working to bring you the best cinema that Austin has to offer. Check our Event Calendar for upcoming events.