The film by Farihah Lara Zaman, Jeff David Reichert, and Jim McKay documents a December 2019 protest by the New Sanctuary Coalition in New York, where volunteers express solidarity with migrants facing deportation and family separation amid a harsh immigration system. It highlights a 3,000-year tradition of protest and silent prayer.
This program of seven short films explores the tension between performance and authenticity — from influencer baiting in Central Park to a home assistant’s existential crisis. Whether it’s a third martini that opens the door to mystery, a stoner’s worldview shaken by an old friend, or a chef devoured by perfectionism, each story blends absurdity with raw emotion. These are tales of connection, confusion, and the strange flavors of being human.
Join us at Kleman Plaza on Saturday, September 27, for the Live & Local festival featuring Bench Warmer, a project by Cameron Gilson, offering a mix of acoustic and shoegaze sounds. Enjoy local food, shops, and a special film screening of Empire Records under the stars. Celebrate music and community!
