For 17 Years, The Buried Alive Horror Film Festival Has Been A Celebration Of Independent Horror, Sci-Fi, And Thriller Killer Cinema. Held Annually In Atlanta, Ga, This Festival Is A Showcase For The Most Nightmarish And Imaginative Films From Around The World. We Welcome Submissions Of All Kinds—Features, Short Films, Web Series, Animations, And Music Videos—For Our Four-Day Event In The Fall. Every Film Is Meticulously Reviewed By Our Selection Committee And Panel Of Judges To Ensure Only The Best Entries Are Screened. This Year’s Festival Will Take Place At The Historic Plaza Theatre Providing A Platform For Both Seasoned To Student Filmmakers And Emerging Voices In The Genre.

Schedule:

Sinema Challenge Premieres

In The 13 Day Sinema Challenge, Filmmakers Create Films In Just 13 Days Using A Subject Card And A Card Against Humanity. Watch 24 Teams Premiere Their Unique Films, Like A Serial Killer Abducted By Peter Pan, Followed By An Awards Ceremony Where Winners Advance To The Buried Alive Film Festival

9:30pm Opening Night Party

Join Us For The Opening Night Party And Sinema Challenge Winners Celebration At The Pink Coffin Door At Mambo Zombi! Network With Filmmakers And Enjoy Spooky Tunes From Atlanta’s The Tomb Tones, Blending Halloween Punk Rock With A Fun, Retro Vibe Inspired By The Cramps, Ramones, And B-52s. Don’t Miss It!

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