1. Midtown Art Cinema
8.5
931 Monroe Dr NE Ste C212 (at 8th St), Atlanta, GA
Movie Theater · Midtown · 66 tips and reviews
kristen green: A great laid-back theater that shows all the great independent movies and documentaries that you won't find at any of the mainstream theaters in ATL (via Scoville) Read more.
Get Local ATL: This theater plays a starring role in the Atlanta Film Festival, one of our favorite annual events in ATL. Mark your calendars and be sure to catch an indie flick or two next year!
Erika Davis: great space for a filming party
2. Plaza Theatre
8.2
1049 Ponce de Leon Ave NE (btw N Highland Ave NE & Cleburne Terr NE), Atlanta, GA
Movie Theater · Poncey-Highland · 50 tips and reviews
Nichelle Clemons: Machete don't text!!! Saw the new cult film "Machete" there and it was great!!!
Oakland Cemetery: Plaza opened its doors in 1939 & is the oldest continuously operated cinema in Atlanta. A non-profit Foundation was created to restore the theatre, promote independent film, & support the local arts. Read more.
Anna: See "The Room" the last tuesday of the month, or "Rocky Horror Picture Show" every friday! Both are excellent films that encourage participation!
Pinnacle Promotions: Check out PLOT 7/28-31, a performance from Dance Truck that combines movement, film, sound, and art installations designed specifically for The Goat Farm's great interior and exterior spaces.
Chad Elkins: This complex was used in the filming of Season 1 Episode 4 of AMC's The Walking Dead. The character Glenn was taken hostage and the others had to rescue him from within this building. Read more.
Karen Kinny: S01E04 of the walking dead was filmed here:)
Explore Georgia: Hunger Games fans await the second of the series, "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire". The Swan House marks one of the filming spots for this mega film franchise!
Explore Georgia: Hunger Games fans await the second of the series, "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire." The Swan House marks one of the filming spots for this mega film franchise!
Chad Elkins: This beautiful historic home is featured in "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire" as the filming location for the mansion of President Coriolanus Snow, played by veteran actor Donald Sutherland.
6. The Fox Theatre
9.5
660 Peachtree St NE (at Ponce de Leon Ave NE), Atlanta, GA
Theater · Midtown · 144 tips and reviews
Debbie: Who doesn't love to spend time in this magnificent facility? One tip for summer film festival goers: No need to buy tickets in advance. You will pay $4 overhead for open seating, so just buy your tick
Atlanta: Opened in 1929 as a lavish movie theater, the Fabulous Fox hosts a variety of cultural and artistic events, as well as a summer film series.
David Miller: Who doesn't love to invest energy in this superb facility? One tip for summer film celebration goers: No compelling reason to purchase tickets ahead of time. You will pay $4 overhead for open seating,
Chad Elkins: The scenes that took place at Bill Murray's Beverly Hills mansion in the movie 'Zombieland' were filmed at a home located 1 mile from here at 490 West Paces Ferry. Read more.
Marissa Lynn: Virgil was a great tour guide at the Swan House! He was filled with information about the history of the house, filming The Hunger Games, and kept us laughing!
Lynn Marie Franco: New film exhibit about the holocaust is a must see!
8. Videodrome
7.8
617 N Highland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA
Video Store · Poncey-Highland · 11 tips and reviews
Social Espionage, LLC: Best selection of Foreign Films in the city-bar none. The staff provides you with great suggestions if you have a favourite Director or Actor/Actress. And they have great taste in music!
Atlanta: Don't succumb to renting from a lame red vending machine. Find cult classics, foreign films, new releases and more. Check out the staff picks or ask for suggestions.
Fadia Kader: Great for cult classics, indie and foreign films! Great staff , very knowledgeable , make sure you ask their fave picks.
9. Atlanta Marriott Marquis
8.4
265 Peachtree Center Ave NE (btwn Baker St & John Portman Blvd), Atlanta, GA
Hotel · Downtown Atlanta · 128 tips and reviews
Chad Elkins: The pivotal hotel scenes near the end of the 2012 Oscar nominated film 'Flight' were shot here. The night before his NTSB hearing, Whip (Denzel Washington) stayed here to try & keep himself sober.
Explore Georgia: This hotel is the Tribute Quarters in “Catching Fire.” The atrium’s full 52-story glass elevators and the hotel’s rooftop are featured in the film.
Luchia: Great location. Friendly staff, clean. Interior used in The Hunger Game films.
Andy Petty: Sign up for a Stubs card and save!!! Plus you can keep up with the films you've seen online!
Jj Jackson: My favorite place for happy hour with a first run film.
Seth Mohs: Now with expanded food (chicken, pizza, hot dogs, froyo, premium drinks) and a full bar.
Atlanta: You won't want to miss stunning rotating special exhibitions or the incredible 5-story experience of an IMAX film.
Explore Georgia: Explore cultural treasures and ancient fossils, experience the thrill of a film in the IMAX® Theatre, enjoy science interactives and marvel at the largest dinosaurs ever discovered.
Eugene Fuller: Martini's and IMAX is a wonderful event. I loved the "Italian Soda".
13. High Museum of Art
9.1
1280 Peachtree St NE (at 16th St NE), Atlanta, GA
Art Museum · Midtown · 205 tips and reviews
Explore Georgia: Art lovers and soon-to-be mothers alike can visit the High Museum where the film adaptation of the best-selling book, "What to Expect When You're Expecting" was filmed.
Val Douis: The IMAX film on our planet was awesome. I will definitely go back for more movies. Live music prior with tapas , but the best thing was their encouraging us to bring our martini's into the theatre.
Carl White: My favorite way to relax is to spend an hour or two wandering around the High. Not only a great way to relax and unwind it is also inspiring if you have any creative juices flowing through your body.
14. The Woodruff Arts Center
8.3
1280 Peachtree St NE (b/t 15th St & 16th St), Atlanta, GA
Performing Arts Venue · Midtown · 30 tips and reviews
Tabatha Rose: Just walked into a filming of the new divergent movie! Kinda cool. #ATLadventures
jeyo: Beautiful theatre, great place to come see a show with the family. They've got (pricey) drinks and snacks to enjoy during the performance.
Adah-Duval: Check out Atlanta's only All-Male Dance Performance at the Hertz Stage. The annual showcase takes place July 20th-21st, 2012 www.mendancelife.com
Jim Hobson: Cool place. It's easy to enjoy almost any IMAX film just because of the awesome presentation. Seating is comfortable. A great family trip for any weekend!
Movies On Paper Studio Productions: My kids love this museum, its a family favorite.
Kym Reid Deerman: Under the Sea is beautiful and fascinating! I just found out the Sea Snake is 10x more venomous than a King Cobra. Cool, huh?! :)