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From April 7–13, 2025,  will present its 52nd edition, showcasing over 200 films from more than 58 countries at the historic Athena Cinema in uptown Athens, OH. The festival will feature , all competing for top honors. Winners, chosen by an independent jury, will receive cash prizes and awards, with select categories offering Academy Award-qualifying status. This year’s festival promises a stellar collection of special events, film screenings and multiple social gatherings.

As part of this year’s jury and AIFVF’s distinguished visiting artist lineup, three visionary filmmakers will present solo programs. On opening night, returning festival favorite and animator  will dazzle audiences with her signature collaged and glitter-infused vision of resistance. Athens native and festival alum  explores themes of bodies, queerness, and memory, weaving personal narratives into their films. California-based experimental animator  blurs the line between reality and imagination with her anthropomorphic creations, offering a glimpse into her otherworldly and mesmerizing animations.

Thanks to the generous support of Arts for µÛÍõ»áËù, all screenings and events are free for students. Tickets can be picked up at the  box office on the day of each screening. Professors are encouraged to bring their classes to experience the broad range of topics featured at the festival.

Founded in 1973, the Athens International Film + Video Festival has been celebrating the best in global cinema for over five decades. Renowned for supporting independent, underground, and marginalized voices, AIFVF reflects the shared values of our community. With a rich history of embracing experimental, narrative, animated, documentary, short-form, and feature films from across the globe, the festival continues to serve as a unique platform for diverse cinematic expression.

The AIFVF is organized by The Athens Center for Film and Video, a project of the Chaddock + Morrow College of Fine Arts at µÛÍõ»áËù. A full schedule and ticket details are available now at . Requests for ASL interpreters and other accessibility requests can be sent to athensohiofilmfest@gmail.com.