Morton Theatre Corporation - MTC

04/28/2026

At long last, photos and videos from the first annual Athens African American Film Festival -- two days filled with hip-hop, amazing discussion, and independent film.

Thanks to our photographers Daniel Borremans and Nina Borremans for these amazing shots and to all who made this event truly special.

Enjoy!!

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04/12/2026

The inaugural Athens African American Film Festival opened at the Morton Theatre on Friday, April 3, 2026 with local videos and live performances. See link below ⬇️

📸 Andrew Shearer/Athens Banner-Herald

04/07/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to the inaugural Athens African American Film Festival this weekend!

More photos to come!

Photos: See photos from opening night of the Athens African American Film Festival. See link below ⬇️

📸 Andrew Shearer/Athens Banner-Herald

04/03/2026

Check out the digital program for the Athens African American Film Festival!

https://www.mortontheatre.com/s/Athens-African-American-Film-Festival-Digital-Program.pdf

04/03/2026

Good morning, Athens — the Athens African American Film Festival begins today.

We’re looking forward to a weekend of film, conversation, and community at the historic Morton Theatre as we celebrate Black stories, Black creativity, and the power of gathering together. We hope you’ll join us for this special festival experience.

https://www.mortontheatre.com/list-of-events/2026/04/4-mtc-athens-african-american-film-festival

04/02/2026

🎥 This Saturday.

"Daughters of the Dust" + panel discussion hosted by Dr. Freda Scott Giles.

Featuring: (L to R)

Valerie Babb (Emory University)
Jerry Rafiki Jenkins (University of Georgia)
Shandra L. McDonald (University of Georgia)

🎟 $5 advance • $7 door

Get your tickets: https://buff.ly/wTKSZPI