June 28, 2026
AFI Proclaims BLAZING SADDLES the Funniest Film of All Time
The Classic Comedy Takes its Rightful Place on “AFI’s 100 Laughs” List as Mel Brooks turns 100 In honor of Mel Brooks’ 100th birthday, the American Film Institute (AFI) hereby proclaims BLAZING SADDLES (1974) the funniest film of all time on Sunday, June 28, 2026. This is an honorary reorganization of the Institute’s signature AFI’s 100 YEARS…100 LAUGHS list, advancing BLAZING SADDLES (1974) from its long-held place at #6 to the #1 spot – all in respect...
June 28, 2026
IRON MAN (2008) – AFI Movie Club
Directed by Jon Favreau and featuring cinematography by Matthew Libatique (AFI Class of 1992), IRON MAN (2008) was recognized with a 2008 AFI AWARD, naming it among the most outstanding motion pictures of year. According to the official rationale, “IRON MAN smashes through the cinematic stratosphere to take its rightful place among the leading superhero...
June 27, 2026
MUDBOUND (2017) – AFI Movie Club
Directed by Dee Rees and featuring cinematography by AFI Conservatory Alum – and AFI Franklin J. Schaffner Alumni Medal recipient – Rachel Morrison (AFI Class of 2006), MUDBOUND (2017) was the opening night gala for AFI FEST – and went to on to make Academy Award® history when Morrison became the first woman ever nominated...
June 26, 2026
REBECCA (1940) – AFI Movie Club
Directed by AFI Life Achievement Award honoree Alfred Hitchcock and starring Laurence Olivier – ranked by AFI among the greatest screen legends of all time – opposite Joan Fontaine, Judith Anderson and George Sanders, REBECCA (1940) earned a place on the American Film Institute’s list of the art form’s most heart-pounding thrillers. Anderson’s Mrs. Danvers...
June 25, 2026
What to Watch: AFI Alumni Projects | July 2026
Looking for a new film or TV series to watch? Check out these projects by Alumni from the AFI Conservatory film school. WIDOW’S BAY -Allison Jones (AFI Class of 1981), Casting -Bryan Felty (AFI Class of 1992), Art Director Where to Watch: Now on Apple TV ELLE Season 1 -Tobias Datum (AFI Class of 2002),...
June 25, 2026
THE FLORIDA PROJECT (2017) – AFI Movie Club
A small film that peers intimately into the inner lives of those living in the shadow of the Magic Kingdom, THE FLORIDA PROJECT (2017) was recognized in the year of its release with a 2017 AFI AWARD, naming it among the most outstanding achievements of the year. According to the official rationale, "THE FLORIDA PROJECT...
June 24, 2026
Gale Anne Hurd and ALIENS (1986) – AFI Catalog Spotlight
July 1, 2026 Gale Anne Hurd and ALIENS (1986) – AFI Catalog Spotlight Produced by AFI Trustee Emerita Gale Anne Hurd, ALIENS (1986) became the sci-fi sensation of the summer when its horde of slavering xenomorphs invaded cinemas 40 years ago this month. A follow-up to Ridley Scott’s slow-burn 1979 masterpiece ALIEN, the action-packed sequel...
June 24, 2026
OCEAN’S ELEVEN (2001) – AFI Movie Club
AFI Life Achievement Award recipient George Clooney bet the house when he and director Steven Soderbergh teamed up with Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, Matt Damon and Don Cheadle – along with Scott Caan and Casey Affleck as quirky brothers with a gift for mechanics and a quirky sense of humor – for a big score in...
June 23, 2026
FRIED GREEN TOMATOES (1991) – AFI Movie Club
Adapted from the novel by Fannie Flagg – who also co-wrote the screenplay – and featuring an all-star cast that includes Kathy Bates, Jessica Tandy, Mary Stuart Masterson, Mary-Louise Parker and AFI Honorary Degree recipient Cicely Tyson, FRIED GREEN TOMATOES (1991) marked the feature directorial debut of AFI Alum Jon Avnet (AFI Class of 1972)...
June 22, 2026
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (1991) – AFI Movie Club
With the brash and confident Gaston vying for center stage as the film’s iconic villain, it is the charm, visual splendor and quintessential humanity of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (1991) that ultimately make it so memorable, including an endearing supporting role – and an unforgettable performance of the title song – from AFI Honorary Degree...
June 21, 2026
BULLITT (1968) – AFI Movie Club
An iconic starring role for the legendary Steve McQueen, director Peter Yates’ BULLITT (1968) was ranked by the American Film Institute among the art form’s greatest thrills. Visit the AFI Catalog to learn more about BULLITT. Where to stream BULLITT BULLITT - Reelgood
June 20, 2026
42ND STREET (1933) – AFI Movie Club
Starring Warner Baxter and Bebe Daniels and featuring iconic choreography by Busby Berkeley, 42ND STREET (1933) was honored by the American Film Institute among the art form’s greatest musicals – with additional honors among the most memorable movie quotes and greatest movie songs. Visit the AFI Catalog to learn more about 42ND STREET. Where to...
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