ANNOUNCING our 7th annual #HaikuContest! The rules are simple: Submit a theater-related haiku. We pick a winner by the end of the year. The winner gets their poem on our marquee AND FREE POPCORN for a year. Email submissions to [email protected] with "Haiku Contest" in the subject line

We're elated to announce the return of #ScienceOnScreen in 2026! This series pairs films with expert lectures on scientific topics. Our lineup of films and speakers is coming soon! Read more: www.ohio.edu/news/2025/11/athena-cinema-among-41-independent-cinemas-selected-grant-bring-science-movies

BLUE MOON... A must-see Ethan Hawke/Richard Linklater collab! Hawke says: "I was desperate to do it, but it was just outside of my normal comfort zone. We’d known each other so long that [Linklater] was the right person to push me." 🎟️: athenacinema.com/bluemoon/

There'll be some stiff competition for Best Actress this year considering the depth and range of performances from Emma Stone in BUGONIA, Rose Byrne in IF I HAD LEGS I’D KICK YOU, and Jennifer Lawrence in DIE MY LOVE! We're proud to offer all these films now...Check 'em out! 🎟️: athenacinema.com

DIE MY LOVE, directed by Lynne Ramsay and starring Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson, is coming this Friday 11/14! A dark comedy following a woman's descent into postpartum psychosis, based on a novel of the same name by Argentinian author Ariana Harwicz. Tickets and showtimes coming soon!

Jacob Elordi's performance in FRANKENSTEIN is a must-see on the big screen! Things we've heard so far: "He made me cry three times with his expression alone" "I didn't know Jacob Elordi could do all that" "He gives the most moving performance I've seen in years" 🎟️: athenacinema.com/frankenstein/

Thurs 11/13 is the last screening of the semester for our #AppalachianStories Series with INHERITANCE! Then, things'll pick up again in Jan. A 1st prize winner of the Documentary Feature at the AIFVF in 2024! Kelly Hatas of HAPCAP will give pre-show presentation athenacinema.com/hillsinheritance/

WICKED: FOR GOOD is just two weeks away, and we're already prepping our special cocktails - Glinda's Pink Punch and Elphaba's Emerald Elixir! Don't wait...get your WICKED: FOR GOOD tix now! 🎟️: athenacinema.com/wickedforgood/

We confirm that Emma Stone *actually* shaved her head for BUGONIA and we think she looks great! There were "bald-only" screenings in L.A., but we won't require you to shave your head. We're just saying maybe you could pull off the bald look too..? If ya want! 🎟️: athenacinema.com/bugonia/

#HorrorInColor APPRECIATION POST: Thank you for making our Halloween night perfect! We've said it before and we'll say it again: Y'all are some of the coolest, most creative people, and we're so happy you keep coming back to the Athena. We loved all your costumes - here are some of our favorites!

Introducing: New Members of the Month! Welcome to our new members who joined this October - thank you so much for your support! We rely on folks like these to keep us going! If you're interested in exploring our Member Program, click the link below: athenacinema.com/join-support/memberships/

Halloween may be over, but some of us like to be scared all year long! 👻 If that sounds like you, come check out SHELBY OAKS before it's gone! 🎟️: athenacinema.com/shelbyoaks/

Looking for fun stuff to do with Dad this weekend..? We planned out a whole Halloween Weekend for you at local Uptown Athens businesses! So, have fun with your Papa and be safe! 😉👍 🎟️: athenacinema.com/

ATTN Guillermo del Toro fans: See two Guillermo del Toro movies at The Athena this weekend! Start with PAN'S LABYRINTH tonight 10/31 at 7pm. Then catch his newest flick FRANKENSTEIN at any of our regular showtimes! 🎟️: athenacinema.com/horicpanslabyrinth/ 🎟️: athenacinema.com/frankenstein/

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Coming Sat 11/8 at 7pm - the OU School of Film: 2nd Year MFA Screening! Come see a fabulous showcase of 7 short films by graduate students in their second year of OU's amazing Film program...before they get famous! Admission is FREE and open to the public! 🎟️: athenacinema.com/oufilm2ndyearmfa25/

WICKED: FOR GOOD opens Thurs 11/20! We already have tickets on sale for ya since we know how excited you are for this sequel! And, we even have a special 2pm matinee on release day! 🎟️: athenacinema.com/wickedforgood/

Check out our special FRANKENSTEIN Caramel Apple Cocktail! Tasty and seasonal...perfect for getting into the Halloween mood! 🍏 FRANKENSTEIN tickets and showtimes 🎟️: athenacinema.com/frankenstein/

Yorgos Lanthimos's BUGONIA opens this Friday 10/31! Two conspiracy-obsessed young men (Jesse Plemmons and Aidan Delbis) kidnap the CEO of a major company (Emma Stone), convinced that she's an alien sent to destroy the Earth. Looks soo strange and fun! 👽 🎟️: athenacinema.com/bugonia/

Our staff dressed up for the Athens Halloween Block Party this weekend! "Oscar" felt left out, so they dressed him up too 😉👍

Our FREE screening of PAN'S LABYRINTH is just one week away! Once again, we've teamed up with local movie-lovers Dr. Gordon Briggs and Brandon Thompson to bring you #HorrorInColor Seating and pre-show trivia start at 7pm, film starts at 7:30pm on Fri 10/31 🎟️: athenacinema.com/horicpanslabyrinth/

SPRINGSTEEN: DELIVER ME FROM NOWHERE opens today 10/23! This long-overdue Boss bipoc focuses on the creation of his LP Nebraska and how it shifted perceptions about a true rock-n-roll icon upon its release on 1982. Plus, Jeremy Allen White! 🥵 🎟️: athenacinema.com/springsteendelivermefromnowhere/

Guillermo del Toro's FRANKENSTEIN opens today 10/23! Starring Jacob Elordi as the Monster and Oscar Isaac as Victor Frankenstein, this film is already being called a brilliant and unique adaptation of Shelley's novel! Just in time for Halloween too! 🎃 🎟️: athenacinema.com/frankenstein/

SHELBY OAKS opens tonight 10/23! Did you know..? The film features Ohio University alum Anthony Baldasare (Class of '17)! With a BFA in Acting, Anthony has worked in theatre, TV, and film, and has a large supporting role as "Peter" in SHELBY OAKS! 😎🙌 🎟️: athenacinema.com/shelbyoaks/

Our #SustainabilitySeries has been a hit so far! Up Next: COMMON GROUND - Wed 10/29, 7pm Fusing journalistic exposé with personal stories from the front lines of the food movement, this film unveils the web of power & politics behind our food system 🎟️: athenacinema.com/sustainabilitycommonground/

#Halloween is right around the corner! 🎃 Here's a guide to help you navigate the fantastic new horror films we've got on offer this weekend: FRANKENSTEIN SHELBY OAKS 🎟️: athenacinema.com/frankenstein/ 🎟️: athenacinema.com/shelbyoaks/

Two FREE events tonight - Tue 10/21 at 7pm: NICKEL BOYS and the last #HispanicFilmSeries film, MOON'S HEART We know it's tough to choose! Just know that whichever you attend, you'll be seeing a fantastic film! 🎟️: athenacinema.com/colsonnickelboys/ 🎟️: athenacinema.com/spanishmoonsheart/

We love connecting with OU students and the community thru class visits, interviews, and collabs - We learn just as much from them as they do from us! These interactions remind us why this little historic theater is so much more than a place to watch films it's a place to learn, connect, & grow ❤️

The 2025-2026 season of #TheMetLiveInHD opera performances kicks off with Bellini's LA SONNAMBULA - Sat 10/18 at 12:55pm! Check out this gorgeous set design by Johannes Leiacker! Admission $20 OHIO U students get in FREE with valid student IDs 🎟️: athenacinema.com/themetlasonnambula/

Trust us... URCHIN looks likes an exceptional film from an up-and-coming talent! You may not have heard of it yet, but this is the kind of film we're always eager to take a chance on. We hope you'll trust our judgement and take a chance on seeing it yourself! 🎟️: athenacinema.com/urchin/

Have you seen ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER yet..? If not, come see it ASAP! You have one more week to catch it before it's gone, so check our showtimes and get your butt in here! 🎟️: athenacinema.com/onebattleafteranother/

ANNOUNCING: #HorrorInColor on Halloween! 🎃 PAN'S LABYRINTH - Fri 10/31 at 7pm Trivia w/ prizes, a special cocktail, and the coolest costumes ever (maybe you'll even decide to wear one)! The perfect way to kick off your Halloween hijinks...and its FREE! 🎟️: athenacinema.com/horicpanslabyrinth/

Graphic design is our passion lol! See ROOFMAN, THE SMASHING MACHINE, and ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER this week (if our design skills were good enough to convince ya)! 😜 🎟️: athenacinema.com/

THE MET: LIVE in HD is back! Sat 10/18: Bellini's LA SONNAMBULA If you're an opera newbie (or just opera-curious), check out this article: www.ohio.edu/news/2025/10/athena-cinema-brings-world-opera-close-home-met-live-hd 🎟️: athenacinema.com/themetlasonnambula/

Ever get hungry at the movies..? Here's a great way to get a free popcorn/soda combo! The rules: 1) See 2 of the films below 2) Bring your 2 tix in when you come see the 3rd film 3) Claim your Free Combo Offer valid until these 3 movies are gone 🎟️: athenacinema.com/

Love for The Athena can be found all over town... e.g. in the bathroom at Tony's Tavern! 😂🙌❤️ #LoveMeDo

Join us Sat 10/11 at 7pm for the OU School of Film: 1st YEAR MFA SCREENING! This event will feature 12 original short films by OU film students - as always, their work is a thrill to behold! Admission is FREE and open to the public 🎟️: athenacinema.com/oufilm1styrmfa25/

Join us this Thurs 10/9 at 7pm as we host the one-and-only Greg Sestero @gregsestero.bsky.social for a special screening of THE ROOM! Greg'll be on hand to discuss playing "Mark" in the film, answer questions, and meet-n-greet folks in the lobby - don't miss it! 🎟️: athenacinema.com/theroomsestero/

From Derek Cianfrance, Oscar-nominated writer/director of BLUE VALENTINE, comes ROOFMAN - opening this Thursday! Channing Tatum, Kirsten Dunst, and Peter Dinklage star in this fun bio-pic about a guy who escapes from prison and becomes a fugitive inside a Toys R' Us! 🎟️: athenacinema.com/roofman/

It's Movie Monday! Here are today's showtimes. Get yourself some popcorn & settle in for one of these fabulous films 🙂 Get your tix at athenacinema.com!

THE SMASHING MACHINE is now playing at the Athena! From the director of UNCUT GEMS comes the true story of MMA fighter Mark Kerr - but, don't worry, it's more than just a movie about fighting. We promise! 🎟️: athenacinema.com/thesmashingmachine/

Enjoy this "what's up" from our pal Greg Sestero! We're thrilled that Greg will be joining us on Oct 9 at 7pm for a special screening of THE ROOM...come say hi and get a look behind the scenes of a modrn-day cult classic! 🎟️: athenacinema.com/theroomsestero/

Tonight: BOCA CHICA, the next film in our #HispanicFilmSeries at 7:00pm! A beautiful juxtaposition of the realities and expectations of a young girl approaching womanhood in the Dominican Republic with stunning cinematography and performances...FREE Admission! 🎟️: athenacinema.com/spanishbocachica/

Our #HispanicFilmSeries begins this week! MY SEXTORTION DIARY - Tues 9/23 at 7pm A fantastic film detailing director Pati Franquesa's experiences becoming a victim of an online extortion scheme. Admission is FREE and open to the public 🎟️: athenacinema.com/spanishmysextortiondiary/

In celebration of OHIO Family Weekend, remember that tonight (9/19) and tomorrow (9/20) we're showing MONTY PYTHON AND THE HOLY GRAIL at 7pm! It's an Athena tradition! 🎟️: athenacinema.com/holygrailoufam/

R.I.P. to a true champion of independent cinema, a gifted actor and filmmaker, and a died-in-the-wool humanitarian...thank you, Mr Redford, for all your efforts to make the world a better place 🙏

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! We're so excited to celebrate with our #HispanicFilmSeries on Tuesdays at 7pm starting 9/23 - all FREE thanks to our partners the Ohio University School of International Studies and Languages (SISAL) et al. 🎟️/info: athenacinema.com/spanishfilmseries/

HIM - produced by Jordan Peele (NOPE, US, GET OUT) - is coming THURSDAY! And, when we say it looks like a wild ride...oh boy, we mean it! Pro football-meets-horror show. That's all we can say. 🎟️: athenacinema.com/him/

Our #SustainabilitySeries continues this week with a documentary focused on the effects of microplastics on our environment and our bodies. Join us Weds 9/17 at 7pm for PLASTIC PEOPLE and show your support for environmentally-conscious filmmaking! 🎟️: athenacinema.com/sustainabilityplasticpeople/

A great article about author Carter Sickels who will be joining us to kick off this year's #AppalachianStories film series! Thursday, September 18th at 7:00 p.m. www.ohio.edu/news/2025/09...