Two travelers, on the run from a band of vengeful hunters in the 1820s Northwest, dream of striking it rich—but their tenuous plan to make their fortune on the frontier comes to rely on the secret use of a landowner's prized dairy cow. After the film, join a Q&A with Director Kelly Reichardt.

This innovative film experience pushes the envelope of sound syncing, where classic martial arts films are remixed live by 2-Tone Jones, accentuating specific scenes with well-timed DJ techniques. For this special presentation of Can I Kick It?, SHAOLIN JAZZ focuses on the 1979 cult classic The Warriors, an influential film in Hip Hop culture. 

The World War One Centennial Commission invites the public to visit the site of the National World War Memorial, Washington, DC between November 8 and 12 for a “First Look at the National World War l Memorial.”

The film festival will showcase a diverse collection of World War I-themed films to enrich viewers’ experience and bring to life this momentous time in our nation’s history.  Beginning at 10 a.m., the film festival will screen the films listed below:

"A Soldier's Journey"     9:45 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | 1:30 p.m. | 3:00 p.m. |10 min Premiere
The premiere showings of the new US World War I Commission sponsored short film which tells the story of World War I through the elements of the sculpture being created by sculptor Sabin Howard for the National World War I Memorial.

"Sgt. Stubby: An American Hero"                  10:00 a.m. | PG | 1h 24min | Animated Film
The fully animated feature film that tells the true story about a dog and his Doughboy in World War I. This wonderfully made movie is an ideal draw to bring entire families and their kids into the commemoration of the Armistice.  

Pershing's Path to Glory"                                         12:00 p.m. |  40min | Documentary 
A new documentary film that traces the story of Blackjack Pershing, the General who led American forces in World War I.

Lafayette Escadrille Preview              12:00 p.m. | 10 min | Documentary, Action, History
From the producers of The Millionaires’ Unit, we will offer a preview of the first comprehensive documentary about the Lafayette Escadrille, the all-true story of the American pilots who volunteered to fly for France in World War I.

 "The Hello Girls"                                                        1:30 p.m. | 55min | Documentary 
A new documentary playing to standing room only audiences around the country. It's the inspiring story about the first women to serve in the US Army and their 60-year struggle to get their veteran's benefits and their 100-year struggle for deserved recognition. 

“The Millionaires’ Unit”                         3:00 p.m. | 2h | Documentary, Action, History 
The award-winning documentary about a privileged group of college students from Yale who formed a private air militia in preparation for America’s entry into World War I. They became the founding squadron of the U.S. Naval Air Reserve and were the first to fly for the United States in WWI.

At the height of the Cold War, local Washington County boy John Schnell was chosen by the United States government to star in a film that was never intended to be shown in the United States. The Education of Johnny Schnell followed the daily life of an all American boy, and became a widely circulated propaganda film in Asia during the 1960s and 70s. General John Schnell will also share his photographs, film related memorabilia, and personal experiences.

Please join us as we discuss the tales & legends of the October season! Not for the faint of heart! Enjoy refreshments and a Halloween cauldron punch. A vintage Hollywood “scarefest” movie will conclude the evening. Reservations required. Space is limited.

The 2018 Brentwood Arts Exchange Hispanic Heritage Film Series celebrates women filmmakers in, and from Latin America.  All screenings are free, Thursdays at 7pm.

Films: Sept. 27: Zama, by Lucrecia Martel (Argentina); Oct. 4: El lugar mas pequeño (The Tiniest Place) by Tatiana Huezo (El Salvador and Mexico); Oct. 11: Los rubios (The Blonds) by Albertina Carri (Argentina) 

The selected films, showcase different approaches to the past and present politics in the continent's central and southern regions, while inviting the public to critically analyze if, and how gender plays a role in film making. 

Professor Ryan Long will direct a lively and engaging talk after each film. Ryan is a professor of Spanish and Portuguese at University of Maryland, College Park, School of Languages, Literatures and Cultures.

The 2018 Brentwood Arts Exchange Hispanic Heritage Film Series celebrates women filmmakers in, and from Latin America.  All screenings are free, Thursdays at 7pm.

Films: Sept. 27: Zama, by Lucrecia Martel (Argentina); Oct. 4: El lugar mas pequeño (The Tiniest Place) by Tatiana Huezo (El Salvador and Mexico); Oct. 11: Los rubios (The Blonds) by Albertina Carri (Argentina) 

The selected films, showcase different approaches to the past and present politics in the continent's central and southern regions, while inviting the public to critically analyze if, and how gender plays a role in film making. 

Professor Ryan Long will direct a lively and engaging talk after each film. Ryan is a professor of Spanish and Portuguese at University of Maryland, College Park, School of Languages, Literatures and Cultures.

Zama, Directed by Lucrecia Martel, Argentina, 2017. (115 mins.) Zama is a fiction film about the colonial period in Argentina. An officer of the Spanish Crown born in South America, waits for a letter from the King granting him a transfer from the town in which he is stagnating, to a better place. His situation is delicate. He must ensure that nothing overshadows his transfer. He is forced to accept submissively every task entrusted to him by successive Governors who come and go as he stays behind. The years go by and the letter from the King never arrives. When Zama notices everything is lost, he joins a party of soldiers that go after a dangerous bandit.

Documentary film about activist, Dolores Huerta, known for co-founding the first farmworkers union with César Chávez in the 1960's, and for fighting for racial justice and women's rights.

Special film screening of movies made by Prince George’s County Public School students!

Presented by MIMITVA and PGAHC. View 2018 student films from Beltsville Academy, Mt. Rainier ES, Rosa Parks ES and Surrattsville ES. View 2017 student films from Beltsville Academy, Nicolas Orem ES and Accokeek Academy.

Free.

Based on the true story of painter Frida Kahlo, who became one of the most acclaimed artists in Mexican history, this film explores how Kahlo took the art world by storm. Her tempestuous love affairs, landmark journeys to America, traumatic accident, and outrageous personality made her legendary.

Free

National Harbor hosts free outdoor "Date Night Movies" right on the gorgeous waterfront. Today's Date Night Movie is The Black Panther.  

National Harbor hosts summer family movies for free! Today's showing is "The Wizard of Oz". Bring a chair or blanket to this outdoor film screening. 

Join us for an evening of ancestral remembrance and Black excellence in film with an outdoor screening and discussion of Julie Dash’s epic independent film Daughters of the Dust. Pre-screening lecture on the Gullah will begin at 7:30PM, followed by film screening. Lighteats and cocktails will be available for purchase. Vendors will also be on site.

Free and open to the public. RSVP HERE

Xfinity and PGAAMCC’s upcoming film screening will first feature the documentary Dance Party: The Teenarama Story,Showing on August 31st. This film engages stories of youth, dance, popular culture, race, television, American history and the contrast between youth of today and yesteryear. Dance Party: The Teenarama Story is particular to Washington, DC – but the phenomenon of teen television dance shows of the 1950s and 60s was mirrored in urban communities all over the country.

At the dawn of the 20th Century, a multigenerational African-American family prepares to leave the sea islands for the mainland.

Join us for an evening of ancestral remembrance and Black excellence in film with an outdoor screening and discussion of Julie Dash's epic independent film. 

Free and open to the public with RSVP

Enjoy a night at the Movies! Bring a blanket or lawn chair and relax and enjoy a outdoor movie. FREE

In collaboration with Xfinity, Prince George’s African American Museum and Cultural Center (PGAAMCC) invites you to our Friday Documentary Film Series at the new Studio Xfinity in the heart of Chinatown, DC. The screenings will occur the last Friday of June, July and August from 6-9pm and includes an indoor screening of locally produced documentary with a Q&A segment with director, and cast to follow.

Xfinity and PGAAMCC’s upcoming film screening will first feature the documentary What Happened 2 Chocolate City, June 29th, is a transformative experience that will take people on an explorative journey to understanding the history and legacy of Black Washingtonians, and the driving force behind their decline.

Rock Rubber 45s is a cinematic odyssey exploring the connectivity and community of the global basketball, sneaker, and music lifestyle through the firsthand lens of authentic NYC culture orchestrator Bobbito García. The film explores García's youth dealing with mistreatment, educational quandaries, identity, and loss—as well as his ascension to self-determination as an adult freelance creative. The ballplayer/author/DJ/filmmaker has carved an independent career that has inspired millions throughout the world, and has affected the growth and direction of the footwear, Hip Hop, and sports industries.
 

Enjoy a night at the Movies! Bring a blanket or lawn chair and relax and enjoy a outdoor movie. FREE

The D.C. premiere of this groundbreaking music-driven eco-documentary from filmmaker Murat Eyuboglu features the score performed live by Grammy®-winning vocal ensemble Roomful of Teeth and others, with narration by Academy Award® winner Sir Mark Rylance.