Festival/Season/or Series: Cinemas 2023

Rent

Based on Pucinni’s classic opera “La Boheme,” Jonathan Larson’s revolutionary rock opera Rent tells the story of group of bohemians struggling to live and pay

My Own Private Idaho

In this loose adaptation of Shakespeare’s “Henry IV,” Mike Waters is a hustler afflicted with narcolepsy. Scott Favor is the rebellious son of a mayor.

Paris Is Burning

Where does voguing come from, and what, exactly, is throwing shade? This landmark documentary provides a vibrant snapshot of the 1980s through the eyes of

Sacramento

Following the death of his father, energetic and free-spirited Rickey (Michael Angarano) convinces long-time friend Glenn (Michael Cera) to go on an impromptu road trip

Things Like This

Zack Anthony, a struggling writer, and Zack Mandel, a talent agent assistant trapped in a failing relationship, meet by chance at a showcase. Their connection

Michelangelo: Love & Death

The spectacular sculptures and paintings of Michelangelo seem so familiar to us, but what do we really know about this Renaissance giant? Michelangelo’s genius is

A Nice Indian Boy

Naveen Gavaskar is a self-effacing, soft-spoken doctor with a boisterous mother, seemingly perfect sister and quiet father. The Gavaskars are outwardly accepting of Naveen’s sexuality

Cheech & Chong’s Last Movie

Cheech & Chong’s Last Movie defies documentary expectations, offering a wildly imaginative take on genre convention; a true-life tale told through a mix of animation

One to One: John & Yoko

On August 30, 1972, in New York City, John Lennon played his only full-length show after leaving The Beatles, the One to One benefit concert