Launching the season is the cinematic showcase, Filmer 7, which will bring screenings of commissioned films about artists to two beloved Atlanta venues: the Plaza Theatre and the Academy Theatre. This event celebrates storytelling through film and offers audiences the opportunity to engage with local filmmakers, actors, and cinema enthusiasts for screenings and discussions.

The Plaza Theatre

1049 Ponce De Leon Avenue Northeast
Atlanta, Georgia 30306

February 26th, 2025 7PM

Academy Theatre

599 U.S. 19
Hapeville, Georgia 30354

March 6th, 2025 7PM

Filmer 7 Filmmakers and Subjects


Filmmaker Ethan Payne and Visual Poet Nzzy

“Nzzy’s Ark”

Listen to their episode on Spark!
Ethan Payne’s Bio
Nzzy’s Bio

Filmmaker Elisee Junior St Preux and Jazz Artist Karla Harris

“KARLA”

Elisee Junior St Preux’s Bio
Karla Harris’ website
Click to hear Karla's Episode!
Click to hear Elisee's Episode!

Filmmaker Jonathan Banks and Poet Activist Alice Lovelace

“Say Yes To Destiny”

Jonathan Banks’ website
Alice Lovelace’s Bio
Listen to Alice’s episode here!

Filmmaker Will Feagins and Printmaker Kiara Gilbert

“Kiara, Portrait of a Printmaker”

Will Feagins’ Bio
Kiara Gilbert’s Bio
Listen to their episode on Spark!

Filmmaker Dr. Arshley Emile and Academy Theatre

“Beyond the Script”

Dr. Emile’s Bio
Academy Theatre’s website
Listen to Dr. Emile and Robert Drake’s episode here!