WHAT: The 48th annual Atlanta Film Festival and Creative Conference will host a red carpet Marquee presentation of “THE SOUTH GOT SOMETHING TO SAY” on Wednesday, May 1, 2024.  Pulling footage from an archive spanning the first fifty years of hip-hop as well as new interviews with Atlanta icons and genre luminaries (Killer Mike, Arrested Development, Goodie Mob, Lil Yachty, Jermaine Dupri), “THE SOUTH GOT SOMETHING TO SAY” tells the ongoing story of Atlanta’s undeniable impact on hip-hop.

The screening is part of the 11-day film festival and educational conference that kicked off Thursday, April 25 and will continue through Sunday, May 5, 2024 at the Plaza Theatre and Tara Theatre in Atlanta and virtually. 

WHO: Media are invited to participate in red carpet interviews and photos immediately prior to the screening. 

The Horne Brothers (Directors), Speech, Zaytoven, Jordan Victoria, Pastor Troy, Jason Orr, Dr. Courtney A. Hammonds, and Princess are expected to participate in red carpet photos and/or interviews prior to the screening.

WHEN: Wednesday, May 1, 2024

• Media Check In Opens: 6:00 PM

• Carpet Opens: 6:15 PM 

• Screening Begins: 7:00 PM

WHERE: The Plaza Theatre, 1049 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306

MEDIA RSVP: Please contact ATLFF@ssmandl.com with your interest in covering on-site or in advance.

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ABOUT ATLANTA FILM FESTIVAL AND CREATIVE CONFERENCE

The Atlanta Film Festival is the annual centerpiece of educational and enriching film programming that is provided year-round by its parent organization, the Atlanta Film Society (ATLFS). Now in its fifth decade, ATLFF is one of only a handful of film festivals worldwide that is Academy Award-qualifying in all three categories (live-action short, animation short, and documentary short subject). The film festival and 14th annual Creative Conference, which is the festival’s educational programming, will take place Thursday, April 25 - Sunday, May 5, 2024 at the Plaza Theatre and Tara Theatre in Atlanta and virtually. 

This year’s lineup of 142 selected will feature diverse filmmakers who continue to uplift voices and stories from around the world, representing 118 countries with more than 24% of films with ties to Georgia filmmakers. Among the highlights of the festival are Opening and Closing Night Presentations, as well as 9 additional Marquee titles that combine Hollywood star power with the best of independent film.

The 14th annual Creative Conference, ATLFF’s popular educational programming extension, returns Tuesday April 30 - Friday May 3. The Creative Conference offers educational programming for upcoming filmmakers, festival goers, newcomers and members of the greater community alike to learn from industry experts. There are 32 in-person panels and 12 virtual panels planned during the 11-day festival. 

ABOUT “THE SOUTH GOT SOMETHING TO SAY” 

Pulling footage from an archive spanning the first fifty years of hip-hop as well as new interviews with Atlanta icons and genre luminaries (Killer Mike, Arrested Development, Goodie Mob, Lil Yachty, Jermaine Dupri), THE SOUTH GOT SOMETHING TO SAY tells the ongoing story of Atlanta’s undeniable impact on hip-hop.

Directed by: The Horne Brothers

Screenwriter: Ernie Suggs, DeAsia Paige, The Horne Brothers

Producer: The Horne Brothers, DeAsia Paige, Ernie Suggs

Executive Producer: Leroy Chapman, Andrew Morse

Cast: Killer Mike, Raphael Warnock, Arrested Development, Goodie Mob, Jason Orr

Cinematographer: Tyson Horne, Ryon Horne

Editor: Ryon Horne

Trailer

Schedule and tickets now available at www.AtlantaFilmFestival.com 

Full lineup can be found HERE. 

To apply for press credentials, click HERE. 

Press materials and assets, including press releases, logos, and film stills, click HERE.

Contact ATLFF@ssmandl.com for additional requests or questions.