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Here’s a throwback: Does anyone remember “The Dukes of Hazzard?” What started as a hit television show from the 70s spawned an entire franchise, and The Athena Cinema is showing the 2005 movie adaptation. As part of its “From the Hills and Hollers” series, The Athena Cinema shows “The Dukes of Hazzard” on April …

The Athena Cinema is a staple of Athens culture. It’s nestled perfectly into the center of uptown, surrounded by the bars and dives, along with the student rentals on Court Street. The theater is loved by both students and locals, and it frequently puts on special showings. The Appalachian Film Stories Series, From the …

Athens is home to plenty of great local businesses. If you live in Athens or frequent the small businesses that call it home, the sense of community is almost palpable. And one of the local favorites—and longest running—is the Athena Cinema. Established over 100 years ago in 1915, it’s arguably one of the nicest …

Once you get far enough into southeastern Ohio, it’s hard to ignore that you’re getting into Appalachia with the verdant, lush forests and fields and the rolling foothills that surround the region. The history is seeped into the land, and the influences are many, even when you’re living in a larger area like Athens, …

Going to school at Ohio University and living in Athens means you’re living in one of Ohio’s most prominent Appalachian regions, and the rich history associated with the area doesn’t go unnoticed. On February 8th, 2024, the Athena Cinema will be hosting its event, From the Hills and Hollers: King Coal with Elaine McMillion …

Athens is fortunate to have its own independent art film venue. The Athena has been showing 35 mm films since 1915 when it was known as the Majestic, and regularly offers the kind of independent fare that university students tend to appreciate. Starting in June, the Athena began showing its Beat the Heat $2 …