Sleaze, Camp, and Social Justice

AFS presents On the Border: Films of Rogelio Agras& #225;nchez Sr.

"...SXSW Platinum, Gold, and Film badge holders; $5 for AFS members; $7 general. For more information, see www.austinfilm.org and..."

March 11, 2005 Screens Feature by Rachel Proctor May

Modern Art

AFS's Contemporary Iranian Cinema

"...13 through May 25. Admission is free for current AFS members or new members signing up by phone or..."

April 9, 2004 Screens Feature by Marjorie Baumgarten

After Atom

AFS presents the films of Kinji Fukasaku, Japan's premier post-war director.

"...Fukasaku's yakuza series is well-represented in the AFS' retrospective, which includes 1973's Battles Without Honor and Humanity..."

Sept. 28, 2001 Screens Feature by Will Robinson Sheff

Che Bella

The Austin Film Society's series is called "Che Bella: Italy in the 60s," but the story really begins -- as does all of modern cinema -- in the streets of Rome, in May of 1944. Nick Barbaro looks at Italian neorealism and the movies it inspired.

"...AFS will be showing a newly restored 35mm print of..."

Jan. 19, 2001 Screens Feature by Nick Barbaro

The Austin Film Society Unveils Its New Home for Cinema

Two-screen theatre will showcase the best of new and classic arthouse cinema

"...weekend, the old Marchesa Hall & Theatre reopens as AFS Cinema, a two-screen theatre dedicated to the society's mission..."

May 26, 2017 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

20 Years of Austin Studios

More than just soundstages: Looking back on the unique success of Austin Studios

"...& Video Production at UT-Austin and recently hired as AFS's part-time executive director. She said, "All these amazing plates..."

Feb. 28, 2020 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

Austin Studios Takes Flight

The past year has been witness to an amazingly cooperative tag-team project between the Austin Film Society, the Austin City Council, and the Mueller Neighborhood Coalition that -- as of now -- has resulted in a superstar studio setup that could well change the very fabric of filmmaking in Austin.

"...a falling out of sorts with Linklater and the AFS...."

Dec. 8, 2000 Screens Feature by Marc Savlov

Double Nickelodeons on the Dime

Plenty of opportunities to catch some classic films

"...commercial. Now chew on this, if you will. The AFS Cinema reopens this weekend with double the screens and..."

May 26, 2017 Screens Feature by Marjorie Baumgarten

Board Games and More

Announcements from the Austin Film Society

"...up, applications are now being accepted for the 2014 AFS Grant cycle. Texas filmmakers seeking funding assistance for production,..."

April 2, 2014 Screens Post by Monica Riese

Austin Cinemas Go Virtual

New initiative changes the game for VOD to benefit indie theatres and distributors

"...the distributor splits the ticket sales with the theatre. AFS Cinema Lead Programmer Lars Nilsen called initial sales "surprisingly"..."

April 3, 2020 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

That Old Revival Spirit

Testifying About Movies

"...context. We invited numerous contributors to look over the AFS and Paramount summer schedules, pick some titles, and wax..."

June 13, 1997 Screens Feature

The 2018 Austin Film Society Texas Film Awards

"...Thursday, March 8, the Austin film community gathered at AFS Cinema for the Texas Film Awards. This year’s celebration..."

March 9, 2018 Photo Gallery

Split Decision

At last week's open forum, the film community gathered to discuss the future of Austin Studios

"...through the pending* contract with the city, which extends AFS' current lease at the site after 2012 for 30..."

July 3, 2009 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

How to Get an Education in Film

Austin Film Society Projections

"...The 10-year-long continued existence of the AFS has been no small feat in itself. Born in..."

Oct. 27, 1995 Screens Feature

The Show Goes On For SXSW-Selected Films

Cinemas step up to provide Austin screenings

"...through the City of Austin's Faces of Austin program. AFS Cinema, 6259, Middle Fiskville (free and open to the..."

March 12, 2020 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Meet the New Boss

Austin Film Society rolls out their public access plan

"...Society takes over management at the beginning of October. AFS Deputy Director Sarah Ann Mockbee explained, "Access is in..."

Sept. 4, 2015 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

Now Streaming in Austin: "Waffle"

Catch an AFS alum's SXSW short with a comedy-horror twist

"...was made in Austin, was a recipient of an AFS Filmmaker Grant. Meanwhile, Hudson may be based out of..."

April 8, 2020 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

The Changing Shape of Austin Studios

"...the challenge is how best to integrate it into AFS' long-term plans. AFS faces two key challenges: absorbing the..."

May 10, 2013 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Austin Film Society on the Air

New two-year public access deal with city takes effect today

"...After an open bidding process earlier this year, AFS beat out current management team PACT (operating as channelAustin)..."

Oct. 2, 2015 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Moving Pictures

Twenty years on, more than two dozen filmmakers pay tribute to Slacker and a city in transition

"...(Lovers of Hate director) Bryan Poyser to see if AFS would be willing to go producerial halfsies on the..."

Aug. 26, 2011 Screens Feature by Marc Savlov

Film Encounters of the in*situ Kind

Show Me Yours, I'll Show You Mine

"...mimic the early days of the Austin Film Society (AFS), which sponsored experimental nights at the Continental Club as..."

Dec. 22, 1995 Screens Feature

Five Films Not to Miss at Indie Meme 2022

The best of South Asian cinema, right here in Austin

"...at Vivo, just a few steps away from the AFS cinema, before the screening. Thu., April 14, 7pm, AFS..."

April 14, 2022 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Gift Ideas for the Austin-Loving Cinephile in Your Life

From the big and small screens to your giftee

"...free online sneak previews, virtual events, discounts on the AFS streaming platform AFS@home, and access to the AFS Discussion..."

Dec. 4, 2020 Screens Feature by Naomi Brady

Behind the Scenes at the Centre Pompidou's Tribute to Richard Linklater

An American in Paris

"...Holly Herrick, AFS's head of film & creative media, said her team..."

Nov. 29, 2019 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

Postmarks

"...Open Up to AFS Exchange..."

June 20, 2003 Column

Short Cuts

Upcoming events and workshops of interest to the Austin film community.

"...here's the breakdown: Passes are now on sale to AFS members only for $125 for all 10 days, $75..."

Aug. 11, 2000 Screens Column by Marc Savlov

Short Cuts

"...Theatres' Aus-Tix/The Box Office and the Austin Film Society's (AFS) Texas Filmmakers' Production Fund (TFPF). Last year the TFPF..."

July 18, 1997 Screens Column by Marjorie Baumgarten

Five Musical Movie Moments at Sound Unseen

The sonic cinema celebration returns to Austin

"...Sound Unseen ATX runs Nov. 3-6 with screenings at AFS Cinema, 6406 N. I-35. Tickets and info at soundunseen.com...."

Nov. 4, 2022 Screens Column by Annie Flores

Texas Film Awards Becomes a Toast to Texas Film

Hall of Fame cofounder Evan Smith to be honored

"...become the unofficial kickoff party for SXSW Film, and AFS had originally planned a full in-person awards ceremony -..."

Feb. 23, 2022 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Five Recommended Austin Arts Events

Our weekly pick of the top art events to get you out of the house

"...Four days of new documentary films galvanize AFS screens in this week before the Austin Film Festival,..."

Oct. 15, 2021 Arts Column by Wayne Alan Brenner

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