Series

The art of cinema has always had a cutting edge. This series is a guided tour right up to that edge.

Selections from the world’s most important film festivals, many playing Austin for the first time.

We keep it real with the best documentaries from around the world.

The longest-running AFS program, Essential Cinema presents diverse, interesting and educational mini-tours through the most essential film works of past and present.

A small-screen adjunct to our big-screen programs. We present – in tandem with guest experts – some of the key work from television’s past, with enlightening insights and information about the work and process.

Rare and beautiful queer films, presented with special informative introductions.

The new cult film canon.

Showcasing the great filmmakers who are making their best work right now.

Sharing the newest restorations from archives and studios worldwide.

Join us for advance screenings, guest events, major Premieres and more.

Creative pairings of current, classic, cult, and documentary films with lively introductions by notable figures from the world of science, technology, and medicine.

An initiative of the Coolidge Corner Theatre, in partnership with the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.

Sunday School is a monthly family-friendly series at the Austin Film Society, which aims to introduce young audiences to global classics that parents and kids can enjoy together. Sunday School is guest programmed by local cinephile and mom Stacy Brick.

Showcasing the history of cinema for new audiences year round.