Cassandro (2023)

From Luchador to legend. From Sundance 2023, Academy Award winning-director Roger Ross Williams’ inspiring biopic about Saúl Armendáriz, the groundbreaking gay amateur wrestler from El Paso who upends the macho wrestling world and rises to international stardom. | Country: United States | Language: English, Spanish with English subtitles

From Luchador to legend. From Sundance 2023, Academy Award winning-director Roger Ross Williams’ inspiring biopic about Saúl Armendáriz, the groundbreaking gay amateur wrestler from El Paso who upends the macho wrestling world and rises to international stardom. | Country: United States | Language: English, Spanish with English subtitles

  1. 1:00 pm
  2. 3:15 pm
  3. 5:30 pm
  4. 8:00 pm

Oppenheimer (2023) on 70mm film

Seven-time Academy winner, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor (Murphy). This is Christopher Nolan’s pulse-pounding story of J. Robert Oppenheimer’s role in the development of the atomic bomb during World War II, filmed in a combination of IMAX 65mm and 65mm large-format film photography. | Country: United Kingdom, United States | Language: English, French

Seven-time Academy winner, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor (Murphy). This is Christopher Nolan’s pulse-pounding story of J. Robert Oppenheimer’s role in the development of the atomic bomb during World War II, filmed in a combination of IMAX 65mm and 65mm large-format film photography. | Country: United Kingdom, United States | Language: English, French

  1. 1:00 pm

Amerikatsi (2023)

In 1947, an Armenian-American repatriates to Armenia only to end up in a Soviet prison, but finds hope in the most unlikely places. A dramatic comedy written, directed by, and starring Emmy Award-winner Michael Goorjian. Selected as the official Armenian entry for Best International Feature at the 96th Academy Awards. | Country: Armenia | Language: Armenian, English, Russian with English subtitles

In 1947, an Armenian-American repatriates to Armenia only to end up in a Soviet prison, but finds hope in the most unlikely places. A dramatic comedy written, directed by, and starring Emmy Award-winner Michael Goorjian. Selected as the official Armenian entry for Best International Feature at the 96th Academy Awards. | Country: Armenia | Language: Armenian, English, Russian with English subtitles

  1. 1:15 pm
  2. 6:15 pm

Bottoms (2023)

Two girls, PJ and Josie, start a fight club as a way to hook up with cheerleaders. And their bizarre plan works! The director of 2020’s Shiva Baby returns with a refreshingly unique comedy nominated for a 2023 SXSW Audience Award and two 2024 Independent Spirit Awards. | Country: United States | Language: English

Two girls, PJ and Josie, start a fight club as a way to hook up with cheerleaders. And their bizarre plan works! The director of 2020’s Shiva Baby returns with a refreshingly unique comedy nominated for a 2023 SXSW Audience Award and two 2024 Independent Spirit Awards. | Country: United States | Language: English

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  2. 3:30 pm
  3. 5:45 pm
  4. 8:15 pm
  5. 10:30 pm

Canary (2023)

The extraordinary life of The Ohio State University’s Dr. Lonnie Thompson, an explorer who went where no scientist had gone before and whose work greatly advanced our understanding of the Earth’s climate system. Welcome documentary subject Lonnie Thompson and research scientist Ellen Mosley-Thompson for an introduction and Q&A at select screenings. | Country: United States | Language: English

1:30 pm: Q&A with Lonnie Thompson and Ellen Mosley-Thompson

The extraordinary life of The Ohio State University’s Dr. Lonnie Thompson, an explorer who went where no scientist had gone before and whose work greatly advanced our understanding of the Earth’s climate system. Welcome documentary subject Lonnie Thompson and research scientist Ellen Mosley-Thompson for an introduction and Q&A at select screenings. | Country: United States | Language: English

  1. 1:30 pm with Q&A
  2. 7:00 pm

A Haunting in Venice (2023)

Death is just the beginning. A terrifying mystery featuring the return of the celebrated sleuth, Agatha Christie’s Hercule Poirot! Set in eerie, post-World War II Venice, the detective reluctantly attends a séance at a haunted palazzo, only to be thrust into a sinister world of shadows and secrets. | Country: United States | Language: English

Death is just the beginning. A terrifying mystery featuring the return of the celebrated sleuth, Agatha Christie’s Hercule Poirot! Set in eerie, post-World War II Venice, the detective reluctantly attends a séance at a haunted palazzo, only to be thrust into a sinister world of shadows and secrets. | Country: United States | Language: English

  1. 1:30 pm
  2. 4:15 pm
  3. 7:00 pm
  4. 9:45 pm
  5. 10:45 pm

The Nun II (2023)

Discover the truth behind the greatest evil in “The Conjuring” universe. 1956 – France. A priest is murdered, an evil is spreading, and Sister Irene once again comes face-to-face with Valak, the demon nun. | Country: United States | Language: English

Discover the truth behind the greatest evil in “The Conjuring” universe. 1956 – France. A priest is murdered, an evil is spreading, and Sister Irene once again comes face-to-face with Valak, the demon nun. | Country: United States | Language: English

  1. 1:45 pm
  2. 4:30 pm
  3. 7:15 pm
  4. 10:00 pm

From Book to Film: To Kill a Mockingbird (1962)

A father must expose his children to a small town’s outraged passions… and can only protect them with his love. Based on Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. | Country: United States | Language: English

A father must expose his children to a small town’s outraged passions… and can only protect them with his love. Based on Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. | Country: United States | Language: English

  1. 2:00 pm

Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe (2023)

Two teenage Mexican-American loners in 1987 El Paso explore a new, unusual friendship and the difficult road to self-discovery. Based on a celebrated YA novel, Aitch Alberto’s celebrated first feature premiered at the 2022 Toronto Film Festival | Country: United States | Language: English, Spanish

Two teenage Mexican-American loners in 1987 El Paso explore a new, unusual friendship and the difficult road to self-discovery. Based on a celebrated YA novel, Aitch Alberto’s celebrated first feature premiered at the 2022 Toronto Film Festival | Country: United States | Language: English, Spanish

  1. 3:45 pm

Ernest & Celestine: A Trip to Gibberitia (2023)

Ernest and Celestine return in this delightful and joyous follow-up to their first Academy Award-nominated adventure. When music is banned in Ernest’s home country, the two friends set out to right the injustice and bring joy back to bear country. | Country: France, Luxembourgh | Language: French with English subtitles, with select screenings dubbed in English

4:30 pm: Dubbed in English

Ernest and Celestine return in this delightful and joyous follow-up to their first Academy Award-nominated adventure. When music is banned in Ernest’s home country, the two friends set out to right the injustice and bring joy back to bear country. | Country: France, Luxembourgh | Language: French with English subtitles, with select screenings dubbed in English

  1. 4:30 pm Dubbed

The Inventor (2023)

Inventing flying contraptions, war machines and studying cadavers, Leonardo da Vinci tackles the meaning of life itself with the help of French princess Marguerite de Nevarre. An Academy Award-nominated filmmaker brings da Vinci’s incredible world to life in a new stop motion puppet and 2-D hand drawn animated feature film. World Premiere, 2023 Annecy | Country: France, United States, Ireland | Language: English

Inventing flying contraptions, war machines and studying cadavers, Leonardo da Vinci tackles the meaning of life itself with the help of French princess Marguerite de Nevarre. An Academy Award-nominated filmmaker brings da Vinci’s incredible world to life in a new stop motion puppet and 2-D hand drawn animated feature film. World Premiere, 2023 Annecy | Country: France, United States, Ireland | Language: English

  1. 4:45 pm

Bella! (2023)

In 1970, Bella Abzug entered Congress ready for a fight. With her trademark hat and Bronx swagger, the first elected Feminist upended the Washington patriarchy, battling for women’s equality, civil rights, and LGBTQ+ protections. Winner of the 2022 Library of Congress Lavine/Ken Burns Prize for Film | Country: United States | Language: English

In 1970, Bella Abzug entered Congress ready for a fight. With her trademark hat and Bronx swagger, the first elected Feminist upended the Washington patriarchy, battling for women’s equality, civil rights, and LGBTQ+ protections. Winner of the 2022 Library of Congress Lavine/Ken Burns Prize for Film | Country: United States | Language: English

  1. 4:45 pm

Cult 101: The Holy Mountain (1973) on 35mm

The Alchemist (Jodorowsky himself) assembles a group of people from all walks of life for a journey to the Holy Mountain to displace the immortal gods. This follow-up to El Topo (1970) caused a scandal at the 1973 Cannes Film Festival with its flood of sacrilegious imagery, existential symbolism and outrageous violence. | Country: Mexico | Language: Spanish with English subtitles, English

The Alchemist (Jodorowsky himself) assembles a group of people from all walks of life for a journey to the Holy Mountain to displace the immortal gods. This follow-up to El Topo (1970) caused a scandal at the 1973 Cannes Film Festival with its flood of sacrilegious imagery, existential symbolism and outrageous violence. | Country: Mexico | Language: Spanish with English subtitles, English

  1. 6:30 pm

Barbie (2023)

Academy Award winner, Best Music (Original Song). Winner of two Golden Globes. To live in Barbie Land is to be a perfect being in a perfect place. Unless you have a full-on existential crisis. Or you’re a Ken. | Country: United States | Language: English

Academy Award winner, Best Music (Original Song). Winner of two Golden Globes. To live in Barbie Land is to be a perfect being in a perfect place. Unless you have a full-on existential crisis. Or you’re a Ken. | Country: United States | Language: English

  1. 7:30 pm

Reelin' and Rockin' 2023: Moonage Daydream (2022)

Join us for Reelin’ and Rockin’ with CD92.9 FM on Sep 15 | Bringing music back to the big screen with your favorite rock docs and films, hosted by Brian Phillips and Colin Gawel. Meet up with fellow music lovers in The Festival Lounge beginning at 7:30PM, and then join us at 9PM for the presentation. | A cinematic odyssey exploring David Bowie’s creative and musical journey. World Premiere at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival. | Country: Germany, United States | Language: English

Join us for Reelin’ and Rockin’ with CD92.9 FM on Sep 15 | Bringing music back to the big screen with your favorite rock docs and films, hosted by Brian Phillips and Colin Gawel. Meet up with fellow music lovers in The Festival Lounge beginning at 7:30PM, and then join us at 9PM for the presentation. | A cinematic odyssey exploring David Bowie’s creative and musical journey. World Premiere at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival. | Country: Germany, United States | Language: English

  1. 9:00 pm

Talk to Me (2023)

When a group of friends discover how to conjure spirits using an embalmed hand, they become hooked on the new thrill, until one of them goes too far and unleashes terrifying supernatural forces. The twin brothers behind You Tube sensation RackaRacka premiered their brutal debut feature at the infamous Midnight section of the 2023 Sundance Film Festival. | Country: Australia | Language: English

When a group of friends discover how to conjure spirits using an embalmed hand, they become hooked on the new thrill, until one of them goes too far and unleashes terrifying supernatural forces. The twin brothers behind You Tube sensation RackaRacka premiered their brutal debut feature at the infamous Midnight section of the 2023 Sundance Film Festival. | Country: Australia | Language: English

  1. 9:15 pm

Cult 101: Drive (2011)

There are no clean getaways. A loner by nature, The Driver finds himself a target for some of LA’s most dangerous men after agreeing to aid the husband of his beautiful neighbor, Irene. The hyper-stylized arthouse action film received a 15 minute standing ovation at Cannes, where Refn was awarded Best Director. | Country: United States | Language: English, Spanish

There are no clean getaways. A loner by nature, The Driver finds himself a target for some of LA’s most dangerous men after agreeing to aid the husband of his beautiful neighbor, Irene. The hyper-stylized arthouse action film received a 15 minute standing ovation at Cannes, where Refn was awarded Best Director. | Country: United States | Language: English, Spanish

  1. 9:30 pm

Megalomaniac (2023)

Boundary-pushing horror, loosely-based on an unsolved true crime, awarded Best Feature at the 2022 Fantasia Film Festival. The children of a famous serial killer, Felix continues his father’s legacy while Martha descends into her brother’s terrifying world. | Country: Belgium | Language: French with English subtitles

Boundary-pushing horror, loosely-based on an unsolved true crime, awarded Best Feature at the 2022 Fantasia Film Festival. The children of a famous serial killer, Felix continues his father’s legacy while Martha descends into her brother’s terrifying world. | Country: Belgium | Language: French with English subtitles

  1. 10:15 pm

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