FREE EVENT | Thursday, August 3 at 5:30pm | WXXI Public Media and the Little Theatre are proud to sponsor the Rochester Teen Film Festival, a collaborative, juried media competition for youth (13-18 years old) in the Rochester region.
Shortcomings
A trio of young Bay Area urbanites–Ben Tanaka, Miko Hayashi, and Alice Kim–as they navigate a range of interpersonal relationships, traversing the country in search of the ideal connection.
Lakota Nation vs The United States
Lakota Nation vs. United States chronicles the Lakota Indians’ century-long quest to reclaim the Black Hills, sacred land that was stolen in violation of treaty agreements.
The Color Purple
A bold new take on Alice Walker’s beloved novel. This musical follow the extraordinary sisterhood of three women who share one unbreakable bond.
Ferrari
RETURNS JAN. 12 | A biopic of automotive mogul Enzo Ferrari (Adam Driver), whose family redefined the idea of the high-powered Italian sports car and practically spawned the concept of Formula One racing. Directed by Michael Mann.
Passages
About two men who’ve been together for fifteen years and what happens when one of them has an affair with a woman.
Mamma Mia! – May 14, 2023
MOTHER’S DAY | Sunday, May 14 at 3:30pm | The story of a bride-to-be trying to find her real father told using hit songs by the popular 1970s group ABBA.
Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie
Screens May 12-14 only | Documentary, archival and scripted elements recount Michael J. Fox’s extraordinary story in his own words.
The Five Demands – May 17, 2023
BLACK CINEMA SERIES | Wednesday, May 17 at 7:30pm | The Five Demands follow the dramatic but little-known story of the 1969 student strike that transformed the face of higher education.
Carmen
Benjamin Millepied’s modern-day reimagining of the classical opera, a woman on a quest to find freedom embarks upon a dramatic and life-altering journey from Mexico to Los Angeles.
Other People’s Children
A childless woman forms a deep bond with her boyfriend’s young daughter.
Chile ’76
Screens May 20 and 21 only! | Set during the early days of Augusto Pinochet’s dictatorship, Chile ‘76 builds from quiet character study to gripping suspense thriller as it explores one woman’s precarious flirtation with political engagement.
Road House – May 20, 2023
SATURDAY NIGHT REWIND | Saturday, May 20, 2023 at 8pm | A tough bouncer is hired to tame a dirty bar.
Gladiator – May 22, 2023
STAFF PICKS | Monday, May 22 at 6:45pm | “Are you not entertained?!” Ridley Scott’s 2000 “Best Picture” Oscar winner makes a grand entrance at The Little.
The Fishbowl (La Pecera) – May 24, 2023
HIGH FALLS WOMEN IN FILM | Wednesday, May 24 at 7:30pm | Theatre 5 | As cancer spreads, Noelia’s decides to return to her native Puerto Rico to claim freedom.