A 120-minute love letter to weirdos making art in their backyards — no permits, no problem.
Featuring dozens of performances from the living rooms, backyards, and unconventional venues throughout Athens, GA, the first Athens Rising film takes a deep look at music, dance, food, stand-up comedy, strange theater, visual art, and the origins of AthFest.
Direction
Preston captures intimate moments that feel stolen, not staged.
Production
Living room concerts hit harder than stadium shows. No notes.
Director
James Preston
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
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