When Rick (Paul Rudd), a past-his-prime wedding singer, meets fading boy-band star Danny (Nick Jonas) during a gig, the two bond over music and a late-night jam session. But when Danny turns one of Rick’s songs into the hit that reignites his career, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves—even if it means risking everything he cares about. In the lead roles, Rudd and Jonas display a winning odd-couple bromance chemistry, while writer-director John Carney (Sing Street, Once) creates yet another feel-good funny film that immerses us in a musical world while also delivering an authentic examination of the nature of human relationships. “Like the catchiest pop hits, it’s a little bit familiar, a little bit unexpected and utterly, thrillingly satisfying.” — The Hollywood Reporter
Genre: Music
Edie Arnold is a Loser
Timid dork Edie accidentally takes the spotlight when she starts a punk band with her fellow “turds,” becoming an icon to the rest of the losers at her all-girls Catholic school while managing to piss off the hot girls, the nuns, and the horniest altar boy you’ve ever seen. Directors Megan Rico and Kade Atwood have created a vivid, fresh and fun musical ode to weirdos and outsiders. Young lead Adi Madden Cabrera delivers a terrific performance in a wonderfully unique coming-of-age film that is as full of heart as it is of laughs.“A sensational, hilarious buddy comedy that will make you want to embrace your inner loser.” — Mashable”Co-directors Kade Atwood and Megan Rico are scheduled to attend.
Summer Tour
This charming, intimate documentary follows a group of young Deadheads who are driving across the country to catch every show of Dead & Company’s 2023 goodbye tour. Directed by Provincetown native and self-proclaimed Deadhead Mischa Richter, SUMMER TOUR offers a surprisingly complex and nuanced portrait of this music-loving nomadic commune, defying stereotypes and offering real insight into the appeal of their way of life. Shot in 16mm and echoing the Dead’s surprising, unconventional sense of form in the edit, the filmmaker’s affection for and understanding of this ragtag group of devotees is present in every frame. Produced by Chloë Sevigny.Director Mischa Richter. producer Chloë Sevigny and editor Jay Rabinowitz are scheduled to attend.Mason’s Children will be playing a free concert after the screening at 6:30pm at Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum, 1 High Pole Hill Road.
The Last Critic
THE LAST CRITIC explores the life and legacy of Robert Christgau, the self-proclaimed “Dean of American Rock Critics.” Christgau helped invent modern music criticism in 1967 while covering the Monterey Pop Festival for Esquire, then redefined the form with his iconic Consumer Guide at The Village Voice. Over five decades, he produced 18,000 letter-graded capsule reviews—a prolific output that continues today on Substack. Beyond his sharp-witted writing, Christgau was a transformative writer and editor who championed not just the punk of CBGB, but the funk of George Clinton and the soul of Al Green. Now in his eighties, Bob remains a vital force, writing with undiminished vigor from the NYC apartment he shares with his wife and fellow writer Carola Dibbell. Director Matty Wishnow reveals the legendary critic’s continuing desire to connect the music to the people.Winner of a Special Jury Award at SXSW 2026.“… inspirational beyond belief.” — Rolling StoneDirector Matty Wishnow is scheduled to attend on Wednesday, June 10.