Lights, Camera, Dahlonega!
The charm of Dahlonega, GA, meets the magic of cinema at the 2025 Sozo Bear Presents: A Night at the Movies. This highly anticipated short film festival returns to the historic Holly Theater, bringing a captivating lineup of stories from filmmakers around the globe. Whether you're a movie buff, a storytelling enthusiast, or simply looking for a night of inspiration, this event promises to deliver a fun experience like no other.
Join us on January 24th as we celebrate the art of short films in one of Dahlonega's most iconic venues. Take a look at the lineup we have this year!
ANATM 2025 LINEUP:
Brainstorm (fantasy)
Directed by: Luke Pilgrim and Brad Kennedy
A man with a cloud for a head, weary of the monotony of earthly life, escapes to the endless sky, only to discover that true happiness is found in embracing life below.
Bulbank (animation)
Directed by: Mengyuan (Cherry) Guo, Naicheng Liu, Vicky Zi Wang
Carl, the star employee at an idea-generating company, is determined to save his career when a new state-of-the-art robot begins to outshine him with its efficiency.
Project Penelope (Sci-fi)
Directed by: Felipe Castilla, & Alex D Lugo
Grieving the tragic loss of their young daughter Penelope, scientists Jonas and Elizabeth delve into the world of artificial intelligence to recreate their beloved child.
Sakazuki (action)
Directed by: Walker Whited
Two agency assassins cross blades in an empty bar when they find they're on the same gig.
LUKi and the Lights (animation)
Directed by: Toby Cochran
LUKi, a charming and upbeat robot known for living life to the fullest, confronts a life-altering ALS diagnosis.
The film paints a vivid portrait of what it means to truly live, even as the sands of time slip through his grasp.
The Reclaimers (Horror)
Directed by: Jason Sheedy
After her grandparents are killed by invisible creatures, a determined young woman seeks to avenge them with the help of her canine companion - the only one who can see the mysterious invaders.
It Came From The Dirty Clothes (comedy / horror)
Directed by: Luke Pilgrim & Brad Kennedy
Overwhelmed by procrastination and a monstrously overgrown laundry pile, Liam confides in his skeptical therapist that his dirty clothes might not just be a mess - they might be alive.
