Set against the backdrop of South London and humming with the energy of iconic Tina Turner hits, Pretty Red Dress follows a family tested to their limit when Travis (Natey Jones), fresh out of jail, is found wearing a dress by his partner Candice (Alexandra Burke) and secretive teenage daughter Kenisha. The family is sent spinning by this startling discovery and the truths that remain. Followed by a conversation with writer/director Dionne Edwards. Showtimes 10/16 11:00AM
Event Category: Thursday
Shorts 2: Generations
Three short documentaries: Big Bass, Carol & Joy, Love Wins
Showtime: 10/16 1:30PM
Christy
Sydney Sweeney gives a tour de force performance as Christy Martin, the most successful female boxer of the 90s. Showtimes 10/16 4:00PM, 10/17 7:00PM
The Chronology of Water
In Kristen Stewart’s directorial debut, a young woman finds her voice through the written word and her salvation as a swimmer – ultimately becoming a triumphant teacher, mother and a singular modern writer. Showtimes: 10/16 1:00PM, 10/18 7:00PM
Sisters
Best friends Lou and Esther are each other’s “chosen sisters”, but when Lou discovers she has a long-lost actual sister, it threatens to drive a wedge between them. Showtimes 10/16 11:30AM, 10/17 1:00PM
Hedda
A provocative, modern reimagining of Henrik Ibsen’s classic play starring Tessa Thompson. Showtimes: 10/15 11:30AM, 10/16 7:00PM