The home of the 2025 Buried Alive Film Festival is none other than The Historic Plaza Theatre, a cherished Atlanta landmark and the city’s oldest continuously operating movie theater. We chose the Plaza not only for its rich history and beautiful architecture but also because it embodies the spirit of Atlanta’s vibrant arts community. As we celebrate independent horror and genre filmmaking, we’re excited to give back by supporting this iconic venue, which has been a cultural hub since 1939. By hosting our festival here, we’re proud to contribute to preserving this important piece of Atlanta’s heritage for future generations.

The Historic Plaza Theatre, home of the 2025 Buried Alive Film Festival, holds more than just cinematic history, it’s also rumored to be haunted. Over the years, staff and visitors have reported strange occurrences, from unexplained cold drafts to flickering lights and even the occasional sound of footsteps echoing through empty hallways. One of the more famous stories involves a projectionist who worked at the Plaza in the 1940s. Legend has it that his spirit still lingers in the projection booth, where films have mysteriously started or stopped on their own. Some claim to have seen his shadowy figure watching over late-night screenings, adding a chilling layer to the theater’s already eerie charm. This spooky reputation makes the Plaza the perfect setting for our festival, where horror comes to life both on and off the screen.