All screenings will take place at the historic Circle Cinema.
(10 S Lewis, Tulsa, OK 74104)
Wednesday, October 2
7PM
Melissa Etheridge: I’m Not Broken
MELISSA ETHERIDGE: I’M NOT BROKEN tells an inspiring story of healing and transcendence through the power of music when five female residents from the Topeka Correctional Facility, a women’s prison in Kansas, write letters to Etheridge that she uses as inspiration to create and perform an original song for them. Filmmaker Amy Scott will be in attendance.
Also Includes the Short Film: Stud Country
Thursday, October 3
7PM
Perfect Endings (13 Sentimentos)
Like the perfect ending of a great film – that is the way filmmaker João describes the end of his 10-year relationship with Hugo. Despite breaking up, they remained best friends. However, reentering the dating scene brought a whirlwind of emotions, revealing that reality can’t be controlled like a movie script. Director Daniel Ribiero will be in attendance
Also Includes the Short Film: T-Minus
Friday, October 4
6PM
Chuck, Chuck Baby
Helen, in her late 30s, spends her nights packing chickens and her days caring for her dying mother-figure Gwen. Her routine existence feels suffocating, weighed down by the monotony of her endless responsibilities. Helen’s mundane world takes a surprising turn with Joanne’s unexpected return; they were the objects of the other’s secret teenage passions. Encouraged by Helen, Joanne starts a playful wooing game. Both women reflect on their unfulfilled chances before finding the courage to finally let go of the past and allow love to win.
Also Includes the Short Film: Grace
8PM
Drag Me to the Movies: Death Becomes Her
Local queens take on the iconic roles of Madeline Ashton and Helen Sharp, two women in a fierce rivalry for the same man’s love. Their quest for eternal youth leads to a mysterious potion with astonishing – and often disastrous – effects. With larger-than-life performances, jaw-dropping costumes, and razor-sharp wit, our queens will have you laughing and gasping in equal measure. The pre-show parody sets the stage for the main event – a screening of the cult classic “Death Becomes Her,” promising an evening of timeless and hilariously entertaining fun.
Also Includes the Short Film: Burrow
Saturday, October 5
12:30PM
Turtles
Since Thom and Henri met 35 years ago, their love has never faltered. But after Henri retired from the police force, his days became endlessly dull, and his feelings for Thom began to fade. As they drift apart, their home turns into a battleground, filled with silence and unresolved tension. Thom’s love remains strong, and he is determined to save their relationship, even if it means asking Henri for a divorce to rekindle their love. As they confront the fractures in their relationship, both men must face the fear of losing each other or rediscover the deep bond that first brought them together.
Also Includes the Short Film: Threshold
3PM
The Herricanes
Meet the Houston Herricanes, one of the pioneering teams in the first women’s full-tackle football league in the U.S. during the 1970s. Olivia Kuan tells the untold story of these trailblazing athletes, a story close to her heart as her mother was a Herricane. Winner of the Audience Award at last year’s SXSW Film Festival, The Herricanes offers a real-life counterpart to A League of Their Own. Despite facing challenges like public ridicule, empty stadiums, and minimal funding, this documentary explores the ongoing struggles in women’s sports as the Herricanes reunite 50 years later.
Also Includes the Short Film: Goodbye Tango
5:30PM
Any Other Way: The Jackie Shane Story
Through never-before-heard phone conversations, beautiful rotoscope animated reenactments, the film is a portrait of Jackie Shane, the pioneering transgender singer who was a prominent figure in the Toronto music scene in the 1960s before virtually disappearing from public life after 1971
Also Includes the Short Film: Trans Heaven Pennsylvania
8PM
Afterparty at Queen Rose Art House
Join us for the Closing Night Party at the Queen Rose Art House (843 N Birmingham Pl), featuring performances by Kalup Linzy and DJ Kylie. It’s the perfect ending to another successful year of films, art, and performances.
Let’s toast Tulsa’s amazing creativity and community spirit as we look forward to another year of inspiring connections.
Presenting Sponsor
Executive Producers
Producers
Ralph and Frances
McGill Foundation
Community Sponsors
Community Sponsors
