COMING SOON
RENAISSANCE: A FILM BY BEYONCÉ
OPENS NOV. 30 | RENAISSANCE: A FILM BY BEYONCÉ accentuates the journey of RENAISSANCE WORLD TOUR, from its inception, to the opening in Stockholm, Sweden, to the finale in Kansas City, Missouri
Dream Scenario
OPENS DEC. 1 | Paul Matthews (Nicolas Cage) finds his life turned upside down when millions of strangers suddenly start seeing him in their dreams.
The Boy and the Heron
OPENS DEC. 8 | Hayao Miyazaki’s first feature film in 10 years, The Boy and the Heron is a hand-drawn, original story written and directed by the Academy Award-winning director. The Little will screen both the Japanese and English language versions.
Poor Things
OPENS DEC. 8 | From filmmaker Yorgos Lanthimos (The Favourite) comes the incredible tale and fantastical evolution of Bella Baxter (Emma Stone), a young woman brought back to life by the brilliant and unorthodox scientist (Willem Dafoe).
Maestro
OPENS DEC. 15 | A portrait of Leonard Bernstein’s singular charisma and passion for music as he rose to fame as America’s first native born, world-renowned conductor. Directed by, and starring, Bradley Cooper. Carey Mulligan also stars as Bernstein’s wife, actress Felicia Montealegre.
American Fiction
OPENS DEC. 15 | American Fiction is Cord Jefferson’s hilarious directorial debut, which confronts our culture’s obsession with reducing people to outrageous stereotypes. Starring Jeffrey Wright.
The Color Purple
OPENS DEC. 25 | 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
OPENS DEC. 25 | 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.
UPCOMING EVENTS
All Dirt Roads Taste of Salt (with Discussion) – Nov. 30
BLACK CINEMA SERIES | Thursday, November 30 at 7:00pm | A decades-spanning exploration of a woman’s life in Mississippi and an ode to the generations of people, places, and ineffable moments that shape us.
Zahyia: Live on Stage – Dec. 1
THE LITTLE CONCERT SERIES | Friday, December 1 @ 7:30pm | Rochester’s own Zahyia and her band combine Afro-futurist R&B and soul into a unique concert experience unlike anything else out there!
BreatheDeep: Doc & Dialogue – Dec. 2
An event taking place at The Little. | Ticketing not run by The Little, so Little discounts and member benefits do not apply to this event.
In This Moment: Chapbook Launch – Dec. 7
Thursday, Dec. 7 at 7pm | FREE (RSVP required) | Book launch and community discussion celebrating the release of chapbooks 9 and 10 from the second series of In This Moment.
Last Holiday – Dec. 8
SO FETCH! x HAVE YOURSELF A MERRY LITTLE | Friday, December 8 at 7:30pm | Discovering she has a terminal illness, introverted saleswoman and cook Georgia Byrd (Queen Latifah) jets off to Europe to live like a millionaire, while charming the hotel’s posh chef (Gérard Depardieu) and pining over her longtime crush (LL Cool J).
Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me – Dec. 9
SATURDAY NIGHT REWIND | Saturday, December 9 at 8pm | In the town of Twin Peaks, everybody has their secrets—but no one more than Laura Palmer. In this prequel to his groundbreaking 1990s television series, David Lynch resurrects the teenager found wrapped in plastic at the beginning of the show, following her through the last week of her life and teasing out the enigmas that surround her murder.
Watkins and the Rapiers Christmas Show – Dec. 13
THE LITTLE CONCERT SERIES | Wednesday, December 13 at 7:30pm | Watkins and the Rapiers’ annual Christmas concert of festive fun returns!
One Take: The Short List Dec. 14 & 16
ONE TAKE | Thursday, Dec. 14 at 7:15pm + Saturday at 3pm | The newest local documentary short films curated by the One Take Documentary Film Series. Featuring films from Cat Ashworth, Don Casper, Logan Gridlestone, and Tayton T. Troidl.
Love Actually – Dec. 15 & 16
HAVE YOURSELF A MERRY LITTLE | TWO SHOWS ONLY! | Friday, December 15 at 7:30pm & Saturday, December 16 at 3:30pm | Join us for a 20th anniversary screening of the ultimate romantic comedy and a modern holiday classic.
The Long Kiss Goodnight – Dec. 16
HAVE YOURSELF A MERRY LITTLE | Saturday, December 16 at 7:30pm | Schoolteacher and single mother Samantha Caine (Geena Davis) begins having violent memories, and — with the help of private detective Mitch Hennessey (Samuel L. Jackson) — discovers she’s a well-trained, missing government assassin… and her handlers want her back.
Carol – Dec. 18
HAVE YOURSELF A MERRY LITTLE | Monday, December 18 at 7:30pm | Aspiring photographer Therese spots the beautiful, elegant Carol perusing the displays at a 1950s Manhattan department store. The two women develop a fast bond that becomes a love with complicated consequences.
Batman Returns (35mm) – Dec. 20
HAVE YOURSELF A MERRY LITTLE x WINTER WEDNESDAYS | Wednesday, December 20 at 7:30pm | The monstrous Penguin (Danny DeVito) and the seductive, devilish Catwoman (Michelle Pfeiffer) team up with businessman Max Shreck (Christopher Walken) to take down Batman (Michael Keaton) in Tim Burton’s fantastically dark & twisted, superhero holiday classic.
Live! Concert: Martin Sexton – April 12, 2024
LIVE! CONCERT | Friday, April 12 at 8pm | Known for his soulful voice and mesmerizing guitar skills, Martin Sexton will captivate you with his heartfelt lyrics and infectious energy.