Every movie, from major studio productions to rarely seen indies, shares a common thread: someone who refused to give up on it. If a movie exists, it is because one person—or, more often, a team—wouldn’t take no for an answer.
We are celebrating that stubborn filmmaking spirit with two special events at The Triplex this week. On Sunday, The Triplex welcomes young directors, ages 13 to 19, for our “Young Filmmakers Festival,” a showcase of short films across genres, from personal drama to surreal comedy, fiction to documentary.
Then, on Thursday, we are joined by writer-director Zia Anger for a screening and conversation about her acclaimed new movie “My First Film.” Originally a performance piece combining clips of her unfinished movie “Always All Ways, Ann Marie” with spoken and written reflections, Anger’s new film adaptation is an ode to the chaotic journey of creation.
“My First Film” reminds us that simply crossing the finish line—making something, even if it turns out differently than imagined—is an achievement. Creative work requires vulnerability, and success often means putting a piece of yourself on screen. The filmmakers joining us this week, as well as all those we have hosted this year, show us that creative work is hard work.
I hope you will join us to celebrate them and, hopefully, walk away inspired to create something yourself.
Now Playing
“Farming While Black”
Presented by BIFF in partnership with The Triplex
BIFF returns to The Triplex with “Farming While Black,” the next installment in their Environmental Film Focus Series, on November 15, at 7 p.m.
“Farming While Black” examines the historical plight of Black farmers in the United States and the rising generation of Black farmers reclaiming their rightful ownership of land and reconnecting with their ancestral roots. Focusing on Leah Penniman, co-founder of Soul Fire Farm in upstate New York, “Farming While Black” follows Leah and other compatriots as they propel the next generation of Black farmers and help them find strength in the deep historical knowledge of African agrarianism—and its potential to save the planet.
November 15, at 7 p.m.
“Planes, Trains, and Automobiles”
A Member Appreciation screening to celebrate our first anniversary!
Get ready for Thanksgiving with our Member Appreciation screening of John Hughes’ “Planes, Trains, and Automobiles” on November 20! Businessman Neal (Steve Martin) is trying to get home for the holiday, only to be diverted by snow storms, breakdowns, and the bad luck that seems to follow his fellow traveler, Del (John Candy).
This is an exclusive screening for Triplex Premium Members, so if you want to get in on the fun, become a Triplex Premium Member today!
November 20, at 7 p.m.
“A Real Pain”
A cathartic comedy from Jesse Eisenberg
From writer and director Jesse Eisenberg comes a powerfully funny exploration of family, grief, and the history that ties us together. Cousins David (Eisenberg) and Benji (Kieran Culkin) reunite to tour Poland after the death of their grandmother, visiting the home she fled during World War II and resurfacing old tensions along the way.
Starts Friday.
“Blitz”
An intimate WWII epic from director Steve McQueen
The epic journey of George (Elliott Heffernan), a nine-year-old boy determined to make his way through a war-torn London and reunite with his mother (Saoirse Ronan), “Blitz” is classical filmmaking at its best from director Steve McQueen (“12 Years A Slave”). An examination of British society during its darkest hour, “Blitz” is an intimate World War II epic anchored by Ronan and Heffernan’s emotional performances.
“Blitz” plays as part of our Limited Engagement series for one week, from November 15 to 22.
“Conclave”
A religious thriller with Ralph Fiennes
A thriller designed to keep you guessing, “Conclave” delves into one of the world’s most secretive events: the election of a new pope. Ralph Fiennes leads an all-star cast, including Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, and Isabella Rossellini, in this twisty tale of a cardinal who uncovers a conspiracy that could shake the Church to its core.
Continues this week!
Coming Soon
“Wicked”
We are defying gravity on November 22 when “Wicked,” the long-awaited film adaptation of the Tony-winning phenomenon, flies onto the big screen. The story of Elphaba (Cynthia Erevo) and Glinda (Ariana Grande), two young women in the Land of Oz, who form an unlikely and enduring friendship that is tested as they cross paths with The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.
Starts November 22.
“Moana 2”
Moana, Maui, and a new crew of misfits sail off on an epic adventure in “Moana 2”! The follow-up to Disney Animation’s smash hit musical, “Moana 2” follows Moana and friends as they heed the call from her wayfinding ancestors, setting out into dangerous, long-lost waters that are unlike anything they have ever seen.
Starts November 27.
