Aurora Cineplex Brings Back Big Screen Classics

Fathom Entertainment partners with local theater to screen beloved films on the big screen.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 11:00pm

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Aurora Cineplex in Roswell, Georgia is partnering with Fathom Entertainment to bring back classic films like Ben Hur, The Silence of the Lambs, Fried Green Tomatoes, The Birdcage, and Ocean's Eleven for special anniversary screenings. The films will be shown on the big screen in the theater's luxury heated recliners, with showings on select Sundays and Wednesdays throughout the spring and summer.

Why it matters

This event series allows movie lovers in the Atlanta area to experience iconic films the way they were meant to be seen - on the big screen. It also provides a unique opportunity for the community to come together and celebrate the legacies of these beloved cinematic masterpieces.

The details

The anniversary screenings will take place at Aurora Cineplex in Roswell, Georgia. Showtimes are at 7:00 PM, with seating opening at 6:30 PM and a 10-minute pre-show starting at 6:50 PM. Tickets can be purchased through the Fathom Entertainment website. The lineup includes Ben Hur (1959) on March 29, April 1, and April 2, The Silence of the Lambs (35th anniversary) on April 26 and April 29, Fried Green Tomatoes (35th anniversary) on May 10 and May 13, The Birdcage (30th anniversary) on June 7 and June 10, and Ocean's Eleven (25th anniversary) on June 21 and June 24.

  • The anniversary screenings will take place on select Sundays and Wednesdays from March through June 2026.
  • Ben Hur (1959) will be shown on March 29, April 1, and April 2.
  • The Silence of the Lambs (35th anniversary) will be shown on April 26 and April 29.
  • Fried Green Tomatoes (35th anniversary) will be shown on May 10 and May 13.
  • The Birdcage (30th anniversary) will be shown on June 7 and June 10.
  • Ocean's Eleven (25th anniversary) will be shown on June 21 and June 24.

The players

Aurora Cineplex

A movie theater located in Roswell, Georgia that is hosting the anniversary screenings of classic films in partnership with Fathom Entertainment.

Fathom Entertainment

A company that specializes in bringing special event cinema experiences to local theaters, including anniversary screenings of beloved films.

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What they’re saying

“We're thrilled to partner with Fathom Entertainment to bring these iconic films back to the big screen. It's a unique opportunity for movie lovers in our community to experience cinema history in the best possible way.”

— Samantha Wilkins, General Manager, Aurora Cineplex

What’s next

Tickets for the anniversary screenings can be purchased in advance through the Fathom Entertainment website. Moviegoers are encouraged to arrive early, as seating is limited and the pre-show begins promptly at 6:50 PM.

The takeaway

This event series at Aurora Cineplex celebrates the timeless appeal of classic films and provides a nostalgic, communal experience for movie fans in the Atlanta area. It's a unique opportunity to revisit beloved cinematic masterpieces on the big screen.