The great Willem Dafoe lends his delicate gravitas to the role of Ed Saxberger, a forgotten New York poet who works in the post office. After an eager and flattering young admirer (Edmund Donovan) appears on his doorstep, Saxberger is beckoned into a coterie of twentysomething admirers who anoint him as a rediscovered genius. Intoxicated by the attention—and by the alluring presence of Gloria, the group’s “tragic heroine” (a sinuous, Kurt Weill–crooning Greta Lee)—Saxberger gradually reckons with the authenticity of his newfound poetic circle.

This thoughtful, witty second feature from Kent Jones (DIANE), working from a sly and hugely entertaining script by Oscar-nominated screenwriter Samy Burch (MAY DECEMBER), is a wistful yet unromantic look at a lost idea of downtown New York.

This film can be used with loyalty cards or our 2026 annual CinemaSF passes

Friday, September 11

Saturday, September 12

Sunday, September 13

The great Willem Dafoe lends his delicate gravitas to the role of Ed Saxberger, a forgotten New York poet who works in the post office. After an eager and flattering young admirer (Edmund Donovan) appears on his doorstep, Saxberger is beckoned into a coterie of twentysomething admirers who anoint him as a rediscovered genius. Intoxicated by the attention—and by the alluring presence of Gloria, the group’s “tragic heroine” (a sinuous, Kurt Weill–crooning Greta Lee)—Saxberger gradually reckons with the authenticity of his newfound poetic circle.

This thoughtful, witty second feature from Kent Jones (DIANE), working from a sly and hugely entertaining script by Oscar-nominated screenwriter Samy Burch (MAY DECEMBER), is a wistful yet unromantic look at a lost idea of downtown New York.

This film can be used with loyalty cards or our 2026 annual CinemaSF passes

Saturday, September 12

Sunday, September 13

The great Willem Dafoe lends his delicate gravitas to the role of Ed Saxberger, a forgotten New York poet who works in the post office. After an eager and flattering young admirer (Edmund Donovan) appears on his doorstep, Saxberger is beckoned into a coterie of twentysomething admirers who anoint him as a rediscovered genius. Intoxicated by the attention—and by the alluring presence of Gloria, the group’s “tragic heroine” (a sinuous, Kurt Weill–crooning Greta Lee)—Saxberger gradually reckons with the authenticity of his newfound poetic circle.

This thoughtful, witty second feature from Kent Jones (DIANE), working from a sly and hugely entertaining script by Oscar-nominated screenwriter Samy Burch (MAY DECEMBER), is a wistful yet unromantic look at a lost idea of downtown New York.

This film can be used with loyalty cards or our 2026 annual CinemaSF passes

Sunday, September 13

The great Willem Dafoe lends his delicate gravitas to the role of Ed Saxberger, a forgotten New York poet who works in the post office. After an eager and flattering young admirer (Edmund Donovan) appears on his doorstep, Saxberger is beckoned into a coterie of twentysomething admirers who anoint him as a rediscovered genius. Intoxicated by the attention—and by the alluring presence of Gloria, the group’s “tragic heroine” (a sinuous, Kurt Weill–crooning Greta Lee)—Saxberger gradually reckons with the authenticity of his newfound poetic circle.

This thoughtful, witty second feature from Kent Jones (DIANE), working from a sly and hugely entertaining script by Oscar-nominated screenwriter Samy Burch (MAY DECEMBER), is a wistful yet unromantic look at a lost idea of downtown New York.

This film can be used with loyalty cards or our 2026 annual CinemaSF passes

Monday, September 14

Wednesday, September 16

Thursday, September 17

Nicola Coughlan (Bridgerton) joins Éanna Hardwicke (The Sixth Commandment) and Siobhán McSweeney (Derry Girls) in John Millington Synge’s riveting play of youth and self-discovery.

Pegeen Flaherty’s life is turned upside down when a young man walks into her pub claiming that he’s killed his father. Instead of being shunned, the killer becomes a local hero and begins to win hearts, that is until a second man unexpectedly arrives on the scene…

Filmed live on stage at the National Theatre, Caitríona McLaughlin directs this darkly funny tale full to the brim with secrets.

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Monday, September 14

From filmmaker George Miller, originator of the post-apocalyptic genre and mastermind behind the legendary Mad Max trilogy, comes this return to the world of the Road Warrior, Max Rockatansky. Haunted by his turbulent past, Mad Max (Tom Hardy -- The Dark Knight Rises) believes the best way to survive is to wander alone. Nevertheless, he becomes swept up with a band of survivors fleeing across the Wasteland in a war rig driven by an elite Imperator, Furiosa (Oscar ® winner Charlize Theron-- Prometheus). They are escaping a Citadel tyrannized by the Immortan Joe (Hugh Keays-Byrne), from whom something irreplaceable has been taken. Enraged, the Warlord marshals all his gangs and ruthlessly pursues the rebels in the high-octane Road War that follows.​

Projected in digital 3-D

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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15

The great Willem Dafoe lends his delicate gravitas to the role of Ed Saxberger, a forgotten New York poet who works in the post office. After an eager and flattering young admirer (Edmund Donovan) appears on his doorstep, Saxberger is beckoned into a coterie of twentysomething admirers who anoint him as a rediscovered genius. Intoxicated by the attention—and by the alluring presence of Gloria, the group’s “tragic heroine” (a sinuous, Kurt Weill–crooning Greta Lee)—Saxberger gradually reckons with the authenticity of his newfound poetic circle.

This thoughtful, witty second feature from Kent Jones (DIANE), working from a sly and hugely entertaining script by Oscar-nominated screenwriter Samy Burch (MAY DECEMBER), is a wistful yet unromantic look at a lost idea of downtown New York.

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Wednesday, September 16

Thursday, September 17

The Who's innovative rock opera gets an electrifying, eye-popping film treatment from director Ken Russell. Roger Daltrey plays Tommy Walker, the "deaf, dumb, and blind kid," whose pinball prowess makes him a global sensation. The British musical fantasy co-stars Ann-Margret, Oliver Reed, Elton John, Tina Turner, Eric Clapton, Jack Nicholson, Keith Moon, and John Entwistle; Pete Townshend narrates. Songs include "Pinball Wizard," "The Acid Queen," "I'm Free," "See Me, Feel Me," and "Tommy, Can You Hear Me?"

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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16

Thursday, September 17

The great Willem Dafoe lends his delicate gravitas to the role of Ed Saxberger, a forgotten New York poet who works in the post office. After an eager and flattering young admirer (Edmund Donovan) appears on his doorstep, Saxberger is beckoned into a coterie of twentysomething admirers who anoint him as a rediscovered genius. Intoxicated by the attention—and by the alluring presence of Gloria, the group’s “tragic heroine” (a sinuous, Kurt Weill–crooning Greta Lee)—Saxberger gradually reckons with the authenticity of his newfound poetic circle.

This thoughtful, witty second feature from Kent Jones (DIANE), working from a sly and hugely entertaining script by Oscar-nominated screenwriter Samy Burch (MAY DECEMBER), is a wistful yet unromantic look at a lost idea of downtown New York.

This film can be used with loyalty cards or our 2026 annual CinemaSF passes

Thursday, September 17

The Who's innovative rock opera gets an electrifying, eye-popping film treatment from director Ken Russell. Roger Daltrey plays Tommy Walker, the "deaf, dumb, and blind kid," whose pinball prowess makes him a global sensation. The British musical fantasy co-stars Ann-Margret, Oliver Reed, Elton John, Tina Turner, Eric Clapton, Jack Nicholson, Keith Moon, and John Entwistle; Pete Townshend narrates. Songs include "Pinball Wizard," "The Acid Queen," "I'm Free," "See Me, Feel Me," and "Tommy, Can You Hear Me?"

This film can be used with loyalty cards or our 2026 annual CinemaSFBay passes

Thursday, September 17

The great Willem Dafoe lends his delicate gravitas to the role of Ed Saxberger, a forgotten New York poet who works in the post office. After an eager and flattering young admirer (Edmund Donovan) appears on his doorstep, Saxberger is beckoned into a coterie of twentysomething admirers who anoint him as a rediscovered genius. Intoxicated by the attention—and by the alluring presence of Gloria, the group’s “tragic heroine” (a sinuous, Kurt Weill–crooning Greta Lee)—Saxberger gradually reckons with the authenticity of his newfound poetic circle.

This thoughtful, witty second feature from Kent Jones (DIANE), working from a sly and hugely entertaining script by Oscar-nominated screenwriter Samy Burch (MAY DECEMBER), is a wistful yet unromantic look at a lost idea of downtown New York.

This film can be used with loyalty cards or our 2026 annual CinemaSF passes

Friday, September 18

Saturday, September 19

Sunday, September 20

The great Willem Dafoe lends his delicate gravitas to the role of Ed Saxberger, a forgotten New York poet who works in the post office. After an eager and flattering young admirer (Edmund Donovan) appears on his doorstep, Saxberger is beckoned into a coterie of twentysomething admirers who anoint him as a rediscovered genius. Intoxicated by the attention—and by the alluring presence of Gloria, the group’s “tragic heroine” (a sinuous, Kurt Weill–crooning Greta Lee)—Saxberger gradually reckons with the authenticity of his newfound poetic circle.

This thoughtful, witty second feature from Kent Jones (DIANE), working from a sly and hugely entertaining script by Oscar-nominated screenwriter Samy Burch (MAY DECEMBER), is a wistful yet unromantic look at a lost idea of downtown New York.

This film can be used with loyalty cards or our 2026 annual CinemaSF passes

Saturday, September 19

Sunday, September 20

The great Willem Dafoe lends his delicate gravitas to the role of Ed Saxberger, a forgotten New York poet who works in the post office. After an eager and flattering young admirer (Edmund Donovan) appears on his doorstep, Saxberger is beckoned into a coterie of twentysomething admirers who anoint him as a rediscovered genius. Intoxicated by the attention—and by the alluring presence of Gloria, the group’s “tragic heroine” (a sinuous, Kurt Weill–crooning Greta Lee)—Saxberger gradually reckons with the authenticity of his newfound poetic circle.

This thoughtful, witty second feature from Kent Jones (DIANE), working from a sly and hugely entertaining script by Oscar-nominated screenwriter Samy Burch (MAY DECEMBER), is a wistful yet unromantic look at a lost idea of downtown New York.

This film can be used with loyalty cards or our 2026 annual CinemaSF passes

Sunday, September 20

The great Willem Dafoe lends his delicate gravitas to the role of Ed Saxberger, a forgotten New York poet who works in the post office. After an eager and flattering young admirer (Edmund Donovan) appears on his doorstep, Saxberger is beckoned into a coterie of twentysomething admirers who anoint him as a rediscovered genius. Intoxicated by the attention—and by the alluring presence of Gloria, the group’s “tragic heroine” (a sinuous, Kurt Weill–crooning Greta Lee)—Saxberger gradually reckons with the authenticity of his newfound poetic circle.

This thoughtful, witty second feature from Kent Jones (DIANE), working from a sly and hugely entertaining script by Oscar-nominated screenwriter Samy Burch (MAY DECEMBER), is a wistful yet unromantic look at a lost idea of downtown New York.

This film can be used with loyalty cards or our 2026 annual CinemaSF passes

Wednesday, September 23

A talented but callow novelist (Marcello Mastroianni) enjoys the acclaim afforded his just-published novel, while his marriage to a well-to-do Milanese woman (Jeanne Moreau) deteriorates. As she grieves for a dying friend she once loved, he is both bemused by and attracted to the advances of other women, particularly the ravishing daughter (Monica Vitti) of a potential new benefactor. An empty evening of visiting decrepit neighborhoods, exotic nightclubs, and a swanky villa party leads to a final confrontation, which reveals the somber truth that love does not always conquer all. The second film in a famous trilogy by the legendary director Michelangelo Antonioni (L'Avventura, L'Eclisse), La Notte captures the intoxicating glamour and amorality of Italy's post-war nuovi ricchi, now even more sumptuous in a new restoration from a 4K scan of a 35mm fine-grain.

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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

I only rest in the storm is a sprawling meta-docudrama set in Guinea-Bissau that examines modern neo-colonialism, white privilege, and NGO corruption through the lens of a Portuguese environmental engineer named Sérgio—an incredible, realistic trip to Africa. Competed in the Un Certain Regard section, where Cleo Diara won the Best Actress award.

Playing as the opening of the first annual San Francisco Brazilian Film Festival.

Thursday, September 24

Set in Brasília in 1986, the story takes place in Brazil's capital during the early days of a brand-new democracy. A mother named Helena moves to the futuristic city with her family, but her husband soon leaves on a business trip. Abandoned and frustrated, she tries to make sense of her life, while her teen son rebels and her 7-year-old believes in luck and wonder. The film won top honors at the 27th Rio de Janeiro International Film Festival, taking home the award for Best Fiction Feature.

Playing as part of the first annual San Francisco Brazilian Film Festival.

Friday, September 25

Preselected to represent Brazil at the 2027 Oscars. Feito Pipa (2026) - Caught between a magical upbringing with his grandmother, Dilma, and an uncertain future, 11-year-old Gugu (a wonderful Yuri Gomes) plays soccer fabulously — glitter and all. But when Dilma’s Alzheimer’s disease worsens, he finds his childhood upended. Afraid that he’ll be sent to live with his father (Lázaro Ramos of the queer Brazilian classic Madame Satã) and his father’s new family, Gugu tries to hide signs of Dilma’s illness from the disapproving outside world. Winner of the Crystal Bear at the Berlinale and the Premio Maguey Awards for Best Feature and Best Performance (shared by Gomes and Pereira) at the Guadalajara International Film Festival, Brazilian filmmaker Allan Deberton’s latest queer story is a tender-yet-powerful look at what it means to come of age and find yourself, all while trying to keep your increasingly unstable world whole.

Playing as part of the first annual San Francisco Brazilian Film Festival.

Friday, September 25

Three deserting soldiers during the Paraguayan War in 1870 stumble upon a secluded house inhabited only by a mysterious farmer and a young woman. What seemed like a haven turns into a terrifying nightmare. As night falls, the men realize that there are terrifying secrets far more sinister than the war they fled. If you like Backroom and Obsession and are ready for the Horror Season, see this!

Before the movie: No Final, Jazz (2025) Directed by Cecilia Shoerder Catarino

An apartment. A restless body. In the monotony and silence of breakfast, he tries to inhabit the space of a night that insists on lingering — and everything ends in jazz.

Playing as part of the first annual San Francisco Brazilian Film Festival.

Friday, September 25

Four Short stories about resilience and more…

Mapago

Web - (Teia)

Fremd, the Foreigner - (Estrangeiro)

#fake (#feique)

Playing as part of the first annual San Francisco Brazilian Film Festival.

Saturday, September 26

A young teacher, Gabriel, moves to Rio de Janeiro after his grandmother dies. He discovers a local bar and cruising spot named The Glory, a hidden corner. His love affair with an escort triggers a dangerous obsession.

Playing as part of the first annual San Francisco Brazilian Film Festival.

Saturday, September 26

This micro portrait of two individuals finding comfort in each other’s company offers a refreshing reprieve from the daily grind. Set in the vicinity of Belo Horizonte, the capital of the mountainous Brazilian state of Minas Gerais, the film follows Zeca (Renato Novaes), whose job, body, and mind have all gone out of whack. The weight of setbacks is lifted when he spends a few impromptu hours with Luisa (Grace Passô), his colleague at a local school, and the two even find joy in poking fun at their shared misery. Combining a chic sense of pace and magical long takes, director André Novais Oliveira makes the most unassuming encounter infinitely cool and full of hope.

Playing as part of the first annual San Francisco Brazilian Film Festival.

Saturday, September 26

Biographical political thriller based on the life of Carlos Marighella, a Brazilian politician, writer, and Marxist–Leninist guerrilla fighter accused of engaging in terrorist acts against the Brazilian military dictatorship. The film was adapted from the biography Marighella - The Guerrilla Who Lit the World on Fire by Mário Magalhães. It was released in 2019 but was banned in Brazil until 2021. A must-see during these times.

Playing as part of the first annual San Francisco Brazilian Film Festival.

Saturday, September 26

Desire and guilt traverse the journey of Pássaro, the only son of the Tamai family, and Ângelo, the youngest son of the Miranda family and Marciano's brother. Living in a small town, Pássaro and Marciano were best friends as children, despite the constant tension that surrounded their neighbors. Years later, Pássaro and Ângelo meet again at a party and become attracted to each other, experiencing a passion that defies prejudice and stigma.

Playing as part of the first annual San Francisco Brazilian Film Festival.

Sunday, September 27

In São Paulo, 1919, a young playwright wins a coveted scholarship to study theater in Paris-only to discover that the greatest obstacle to pursuing her dream is being born into a world where women have no control over their bodies.

Playing as part of the first annual San Francisco Brazilian Film Festival.

Sunday, September 27

Bitter former schoolteacher Dora (Fernanda Montenegro) supports herself by taking dictation from illiterate people in Rio de Janeiro who want to write letters to their families. One day, Josue, the 9-year-old son of one of her clients, is left alone. Reluctantly taking him in, Dora joins the boy on a road trip to find his long-missing father. Central Station (Central do Brasil) is one of the most acclaimed Brazilian films ever made. It won 44 awards and received 26 nominations worldwide. New 4K Restoration. A must-see movie!

Playing as part of the first annual San Francisco Brazilian Film Festival.

Sunday, September 27

The best-reviewed film of the 2025 Berlinale, Gabriel Mascaro’s The Blue Trail is a breathtaking cinematic odyssey that follows the misadventures of a remarkable Brazilian woman who, as her working life draws to an end, secretly sets out on a trip down the Amazon to fulfil a long-held dream. In the near future, independent 77-year-old Tereza (the astonishing Denise Weinberg) has lived her whole life in a small, industrialised town, working at a local factory. One day she receives an official government order, forcing relocation to an isolated housing colony where people are brought to ‘enjoy’ their lives in comfort. But Tereza wasn’t expecting the directive yet. Refusing to accept the order, Tereza impulsively decides to embark on a journey down the rivers and tributaries of the Amazon… one that will change her destiny forever. This is an enchanting celebration of vitality, resilience, and defiance that will make hearts and spirits soar.

Playing as part of the first annual San Francisco Brazilian Film Festival.

Sunday, September 27

Award-winner Sandra Oh (Killing Eve) plays the title role in this razor-sharp reimagining of Molière’s classic dark comedy.

Telling the truth isn’t always that simple. Alice, a brilliant novelist, despises the carefully constructed lies of modern society. But the more she challenges those around her, the fiercer the backlash becomes. Soon, she must confront the price of speaking her truth in a world that would rather silence her.

Find out more about National Theatre Live.

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Monday, September 28

Retired balloon salesman Carl Fredricksen, is ready for his last chance at high-flying excitement. Tying thousands of balloons to his house, Carl sets off to the lost world of his childhood dreams. Unbeknownst to Carl, an overeager 8-year-old Wilderness Explorer Russell is on Carl's front porch! The world's most unlikely duo meet fantastic friends like Dug, a dog with a special collar that allows him to speak, and Kevin, a rare 13-foot tall flightless bird. Stuck together in the wilds of the jungle, Carl realizes that sometimes life's biggest adventures aren't the ones you set out looking for.

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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29

From director Tim Burton comes the hilarious, true-life story of the wackiest filmmaker in Hollywood history, Ed Wood! With an oddball collection of showbiz misfits, Ed takes the art of bad moviemaking to an all-time low! The all-star cast features Bill Murray, Sarah Jessica Parker, Patricia Arquette, and an Academy Award-winning performance by Martin Landau (Best Supporting Actor) as Bela Lugosi. Hailed by critics everywhere, this laugh-packed comedy hit is sure to entertain everyone!

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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1

From director Tim Burton comes the hilarious, true-life story of the wackiest filmmaker in Hollywood history, Ed Wood! With an oddball collection of showbiz misfits, Ed takes the art of bad moviemaking to an all-time low! The all-star cast features Bill Murray, Sarah Jessica Parker, Patricia Arquette, and an Academy Award-winning performance by Martin Landau (Best Supporting Actor) as Bela Lugosi. Hailed by critics everywhere, this laugh-packed comedy hit is sure to entertain everyone!

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1

Award-winner Sandra Oh (Killing Eve) plays the title role in this razor-sharp reimagining of Molière’s classic dark comedy.

Telling the truth isn’t always that simple. Alice, a brilliant novelist, despises the carefully constructed lies of modern society. But the more she challenges those around her, the fiercer the backlash becomes. Soon, she must confront the price of speaking her truth in a world that would rather silence her.

Find out more about National Theatre Live.

This film can be used with loyalty cards or our 2026 annual CinemaSFBay passes

Monday, October 12