FERRARI

Watch Trailer Director: Michael Mann
Cast: Adam Driver, Penélope Cruz

In his latest film, director Michael Mann explores the life of racing and automotive icon Enzo Ferrari. Based on the best-selling biography Enzo Ferrari: The Man and The Machine, Ferrari’s legacy as “Il Grande Vecchio” of timeless Italian sportscars is brought to the big screen in exciting cinematic detail in a way that only Mann can achieve!

Starring Adam Driver in the lead role, the script for Ferrari was written by Troy Kennedy Martin who also wrote the script for the original 1969 version of The Italian Job. There’s no doubt that this film will be an edge-of-your-seat thrill ride thru one of the greatest chapters in automotive history!

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From the Hills & Hollers: Appalachian Stories Film Series

Due to the resounding success of the series launch during 2022-2023, we are thrilled to present the 2nd annual From the Hills and Hollers: Appalachian Film Series for 2023-2024.

The series seeks to foster a deeper connection between the Athens city and university communities and the cultural legacy of the surrounding region through films that examine the many facets, both positive and negative, of life in Appalachia. This batch of films is, in large part, the product of filmmakers who have intimate knowledge of living in this environment and, as a result, are well-suited for representing the realities of Appalachia on the big screen.

Short introduction/lectures will provide context for the film and introduce the underlying issues represented in film and other media. All events in the series are presented with free admission.

This series is sponsored by the College of Health Sciences and Professions, the Department of Sociology and Anthropology, Ohio Honors Program, Center for Campus and Community Engagement, Athens County Public Libraries, University Libraries, GO Local, University College, the Center for Law, Justice, and Culture,  and the Ohio Arts Council.

 

 

 

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Sustainability Film Series

Athena Cinema, University Libraries and Environmental Studies Program present the 11th annual Sustainability Film Series.

In keeping with all previous series, each film will be followed by a panel discussion featuring faculty members, students and community members.

Please join us for a conversation following these beautiful, thought-provoking and timely films.

The series is possible thanks to the support of: Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Affairs, OHIO Honors Program, Honors Tutorial College, Cutler Scholars, Office of Sustainability, Center for Campus & Community Engagement, University College, and beloved nonprofits and businesses.

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Rooftop Screening FAQ’s

When should we arrive?

We will begin seating on the rooftop of the Athens City Parking Garage at 8 p.m. The event will begin at about 9 p.m. or when it is dark enough.

We are welcoming patrons to stop by the Athena and purchase drinks curbside before heading to the parking garage, though this is not required. Since DORA is in effect, you can purchase alcoholic beverages from us and carry them to the parking garage. All other concessions will be available for purchase on the rooftop. Much like a baseball game, you will be able to order concessions and refills from your seat and have them delivered to you.

Do we need tickets?

Yes! Tickets are $8 for this screening. We will have staff checking tickets at the rooftop entrance. If you leave the rooftop, you will need to bring your ticket(s) with you for re-entry.

While we may have tickets to sell the night of the event, it is strongly encouraged that you reserve your tickets in advance in case of a sellout.

CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS FOR MUPPETS FROM SPACE

What will seating look like?

Chairs will be provided. If you wish to bring your own chair, we will have a designated space you will be assigned to. This helps our staff keep clear paths and organization when delivering concessions.

What should I bring?

It is easy to forget the temperature drops when the sun goes down. We encourage you to bring an extra layer.

Will there be restroom access?

Yes, the restrooms are located on the first floor of the parking garage.

Will concessions be available?

Yes! We will have concessions for purchase at the Athena before and during the event. We will also be utilizing an online ordering system and our staff will deliver to your seat. Please allow staff 10-15 minutes to bring your order, as they will be traveling back and forth from the rooftop to the theater.

Concessions include popcorn, soda, water bottles and candy.

What about alcohol? 

Heck yeah! We will be using DORA to offer a themed cocktail as well as beer, wine and seltzers! You can pick up your DORA cup and cocktail curbside at the Athena on the way to the parking garage. We will also have our staff taking orders to refill alcoholic beverages.

Will there be a non-alcoholic option?

Yes! We will feature a mocktail.

What will happen if it rains on the night of the event?

Each outdoor screening will have a backup date should the weather not cooperate. The Athena will communicate through social media, email, and our website should the decision be made to postpone an outdoor screening. You will not need to repurchase your tickets should the date move.

The rain date for MUPPETS FROM SPACE is Saturday, August 19th.

What about accessibility?

The parking garage has elevator access from each floor that leads directly to the roof. Accessible parking is available in the garage and on the streets in metered spots.

Where is parking located?

Parking is available in the Athens City Parking Garage levels 2 through 5 and is metered 24/7. The address for the parking garage is 15 E Washington Street. You will use the entrance on Washington Street, NOT College Street. The College Street entrance is only for permit holders.

Additionally, you may park on the streets of Court, Union, College, Washington and State. These spots are metered until 7 p.m. Street parking is free after 7 p.m.

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Outer Space Rooftop Party

Today we are announcing a community appreciation event and the most exciting part is that YOU get to help choose the film.

On Thursday August 17th, we will host an outdoor movie event on the rooftop of the Athens City Parking Garage!

We have selected three, fun outer space themed movies, and we will be featuring the winner at our event on the 17th

You have one week to vote for your favorite and we will announce the winner next Wednesday, August 2nd!

MUPPETS FROM SPACE

CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND

MARS ATTACKS

We will be offering free popcorn to the first 25 patrons, and we will create a drink special to go with the movie! Tickets will be available next week once the winning film is booked! Let’s close the “townie” summer season with an “out-of-this-world” movie party!

Cast your vote here

 

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Welcome Week Rooftop Movie Night: LADY BIRD

Watch Trailer Director: Greta Gerwig

Welcome to Athens, Bobcats! Did you know there’s an indie movie theater in the heart of the city, right on Court St..? We’re currently undergoing some repairs but you can still stop by the Athena Cinema at 20 S. Court St. and check out what we have to offer!

As a gesture of goodwill towards all of you new additions to our diverse community, we’ve elected to host a FREE (for students) movie screening in your honor on top of the Athens City Parking Garage:

Wednesday, August 30th at 9:00 p.m. – LADY BIRD

(Seating for the screening will begin at 8:00 p.m. – the actual start time will depend on how quickly it gets dark after sunset. Non-student admission is only $5. )

And, when you come, you can not only have a look at the magnificent marquee of our 108-year-old theater, you can also check out the movies we’re playing, peruse our great selection of Athena merch, say hello to our amazing staff, and get a limited-edition student loyalty card (or, if you’re really enthusiastic, help us out by becoming a member – the benefits are totally worth it!)

 

Surely, like everyone who doesn’t live under a rock, you’ve seen Barbie, right..? Well, Lady Bird is by Greta Gerwig who also made the hit film about the pink princess. Released in 2017, Ladybird is a coming-of-age drama about a young girl who is on the cusp of graduating from high school and moving on to the next chapter of her life. While there are no song-and-dance numbers in this awesomely understated film, there’s lots of other stuff in it that you incoming freshmen can identify with!

 

 

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Beat the Heat: E.T. THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL

Watch Trailer Director: Steven Spielberg

The Athena Cinema, in partnership with Athens County Children Services, is proud to present a screening of E.T. THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL on Saturday, August 12th at 3pm. Seating begins at 2:30pm at the Ridges Auditorium. Admission is a monetary donation to Kids on Campus.

The screening of E.T. THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL will take place at the Ridges Auditorium.

The address for The Ridges Auditorium is 135 Ridges Circle. It is building #223, linked here on the Campus Map.

Parking is free on Saturday’s in all PURPLE and DARK GREEN lots. Any space with a meter must be paid to park.

About the film

After a gentle alien becomes stranded on Earth, the being is discovered and befriended by a young boy named Elliott (Henry Thomas). Bringing the extraterrestrial into his suburban California house, Elliott introduces E.T., as the alien is dubbed, to his brother and his little sister, Gertie (Drew Barrymore), and the children decide to keep its existence a secret. Soon, however, E.T. falls ill, resulting in government intervention and a dire situation for both Elliott and the alien.

About Kids on Campus

Kids on Campus is a rural community-university partnership that empowers underserved, at-risk children and their families in the realization of their full potential through educational, nutritional, and recreational opportunities.

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Running Time: 125 MIN125 MIN
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Fall Sustainability Series: THIS CHANGES EVERYTHING

Watch Trailer Director: Avi Lewis

About the film

What if confronting the climate crisis is the best chance we’ll ever get to build a better world?

Filmed over 211 shoot days in nine countries and five continents over four years, THIS CHANGES EVERYTHING is an epic attempt to re-imagine the vast challenge of climate change.

Directed by Avi Lewis, and inspired by Naomi Klein’s international non-fiction bestseller of the same name, THIS CHANGES EVERYTHING presents seven powerful portraits of communities on the front lines, from Montana’s Powder River Basin to the Alberta Tar Sands, from the coast of South India to Beijing and beyond.

Interwoven with these stories of struggle is Klein’s narration, connecting the carbon in the air with the economic system that put it there. Throughout the film, Klein builds to her most controversial and exciting idea: that we can seize the existential crisis of climate change to transform our failed economic system into something radically better.

Also included will be a screening of STAND UP, a short animated film by Ohio-native Jenny Morgan from SaveOhioParks.org. The film is meant to be a response to Ohio’s proposal to begin fracking in our state parks.

About the series

Athena Cinema, University Libraries, and OHIO’s Environmental Studies Program present the 11th annual Sustainability Film Series.

This year’s batch of films will be centered on reflecting the urgency of what is before us. After a decade of screening movies and hosting discussions led by experts from the OHIO student body and faculty and the Athens community detailing the problems facing the world, this semester’s focus will be on solutions.

The films will demonstrate that a collaborative approach to problem-solving — involving all members of our global community, regardless of age, ethnicity, or gender — is a necessity. Education is the first crucial step in both understanding the world’s problems and developing sustainable solutions.

Following the screening of each of these beautiful, thought-provoking, and timely films, audience members are invited to join us for a panel discussion hosted by OHIO faculty members, students, and members of the Athens community.

This screening will take place at The Ridges Auditorium located at 135 Ridges Circle.

The series is possible thanks to the support of: Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Affairs, OHIO Honors Program, Honors Tutorial College, Cutler Scholars, Office of Sustainability, Center for Campus & Community Engagement, University College, Athens International Film and Video Festival, and beloved nonprofits and businesses.

Free admission and post-show discussion as part of the Fall Sustainability Series.

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Outer Space Rooftop Party: MUPPETS FROM SPACE

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Our community has spoken, and the winner of our Outer Space Rooftop Party is MUPPETS FROM SPACE! Join us on the rooftop of the Athens City Parking Garage on Thursday, August 17th. Seating begins at 8 p.m. and the film will start around 9 p.m. when the sun is down. Admission is $8.

We will feature a specialty, cosmic cocktail and mocktail, alongside our full menu of wine, local beer and local ciders.

In appreciation for our amazing community, we will be offering free popcorn to the first 25 people!

Visit our rooftop FAQ’s page here.

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Running Time: 108 MIN108 MIN
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From the Hills and Hollers: HARLAN COUNTY USA with Jack Wright

Watch Trailer Director: Barbara Kopple

About the film

Barbara Kopple’s Oscar-winning 1976 documentary takes viewers from the heart of Harlan County, Kentucky to the front doors of the New York Stock Exchange as she captures on film the lives of coal miners engaged in a strike against the Duke Power Company in 1973. The film is a powerful and moving exposé of workers standing up to industry to petition for better treatment, told in the own words of the strikers themselves.

About the series

Due to the resounding success of the series launch during 2022-2023, we are thrilled to present the 2nd annual From the Hills and Hollers: Appalachian Film Series for 2023-2024.

The series seeks to foster a deeper connection between the Athens city and university communities and the cultural legacy of the surrounding region through films that examine the many facets, both positive and negative, of life in Appalachia. This batch of films is, in large part, the product of filmmakers who have intimate knowledge of living in this environment and, as a result, are well-suited for representing the realities of Appalachia on the big screen.

Short introduction/lectures will provide context for the film and introduce the underlying issues represented in film and other media. All events in the series are presented with free admission.

This screening will take place at the Ridges Auditorium located at 135 Ridges Circle.

This series is sponsored by the College of Health Sciences and Professions, the Department of Sociology and Anthropology in the College of Arts and Sciences, OHIO Honors Program, Center for Campus and Community Engagement, Athens County Public Libraries, University Libraries, GO Local, University College, the Center for Law, Justice, and Culture, and the Ohio Arts Council.

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Running Time: 103 MIN103 MIN
PG Rated
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