This Sunday, March 15th, is the 98th annual Academy Awards, hosted by Conan O’Brien… and this year, Atlanta’s alllll over the big screen. Much of Oscar-nominated film, Bugonia, was filmed right here in Atlanta, and to say we’re excited is an understatement!
If you’re watching the film with your friends, you might notice some veeeery familiar streets and sights. So let us break it down for you!
First of all, what is ‘Bugonia’ about?
Crazy question.
Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, the R-rated film Bugonia stars Jesse Plemons, Emma Stone, and Aidan Delbis. The plot is where things get… confusing.
Here’s how IMDb explains it:
Two conspiracy-obsessed young men kidnap the high-powered CEO of a major company, convinced that she is an alien intent on destroying planet Earth.
It’s funny, it’s terrifying, it’s surreal, it’s sci-fi, it’s satirical. It’s… hard o explain. If you want to watch it for yourself, you can steam it on Peacock!
What is ‘Bugonia’ nominated for at the Oscars?
‘Bugonia’ is nominated for:
- Best Music (original score) – Jerskin Fendrix
- Best Actress in a Leading Role – Emma Stone
- Best Writing (Adapted Screenplay) – Will Tracy
- Best Picture – Ed Guiney & Andrew Lowe, Yorgos Lanthimos, Emma Stone and Lars Knudsen, Producers
Where in Atlanta did they film ‘Bugonia’?
‘Bugonia’ filmed in many locations around the U.S., U.K., and Greece. A significant portion of the film is shot in Atlanta, including:
- Jackson Street Bridge
- West End
- Ansley Park
- Downtown Atlanta, near Wall Street
The film also shot in Griffin, East Point, Ellenwood, Loganville, and Forest Park, Georgia. All of these towns and neighborhoods are relatively close to the ATL, of course.
That makes 9 distinct places where ‘Bugonia’ was shot in the ATL! The Hollywood of the South is thriving, y’all!
Tune in to the 98th Oscars this weekend, Sunday, March 15th, 2026 at 7pm ET!