Foreign Film Nights San Francisco

Monday Night Trivia at Magnolia Brewery!

Join us for trivia Monday night at Magnolia Brewery in the city! A welcoming atmosphere with core regulars, new friends, full bar and menu, and all kinds of prizes and surprises throughout the night ** Sign up here and I’ll coordinate teams of 6, let’s see how many teams we can get going! When you arrive, look for me wearing a red beanie and I’ll show you to your team/table The game will officially begin around 7:30 but don’t worry if you are late, we start with the picture round and give a good about of time before we move on to the next rounds All knowledge levels welcome Rounds include: History, Entertainment, Music, Sports, Tech, Geography and more Cheers to enjoying a fun night of trivia and making new friends!

AMC A-List Meetup

Are you an AMC A-List member? Come meet other A-List members and find people with similar movie tastes to add to your Entourage list to book movies with together. The event will be casual - we'll get a table downstairs to chat and meet up and you can book an afternoon movie and head up whenever it's time. I'll probably plan on the 3pm Street Fighter screening. [edit: jk I double booked my afternoon so no movie for me, but I'll still host the meetup!] Note: AMC A-List is a paid subscription to see up to 4 movies a week at AMC Theaters. You are welcome to join if you are not a subscriber, but you will likely not get as much out of this meetup as current subscribers. [https://www.amctheatres.com/amcstubs/alist](https://www.amctheatres.com/amcstubs/alist)

TV: Gilmore Girls (🍁Fall Eps!)

**For November, I've decided to do something a little different: a night of fall-themed episodes of one of my all-time favorite shows, Gilmore Girls!** Gilmore Girls is peak 00s fashion, music, and maybe one of the best (albeit a little unhealthy at times) mother/daughter portrayals we've seen on TV. It's the ultimate cozy night in, sweats on, some soup on the stove, and cookies in the oven sorta vibes. **We'll be watching the following eps:** * "Kiss and Tell" (Season 1, Episode 7) * "A Deep-Fried Korean Thanksgiving" (Season 3, Episode 9) **\*This event will take place at my apartment right across from Alamo Square. We'll watch the film on my projector.** **Snacks and drinks will be provided (or bring a favorite to share!).**

Fjord (2026 Palm D'Or Winner) - $9 Tuesdays @ Alamo Drafthouse

Worlds and worldviews clash in Cristian Mungiu's latest drama that won the golden palm at this year's Cannes film festival. Sebastian Stan and Renate Reinsve star. Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=frg59VOungA Tickets: https://drafthouse.com/sf/show/fjord?showSeats=true&cinemaId=0801&sessionId=83813 I have seat 18 in row 4 if you want to sit close. Showtime is 5.45 pm, we'll meet around 5.30 pm in the lobby of the theater. **Fjord** The Gheorghius, a devout Romanian Norwegian couple, resettle in a village set in a distant fjord where they become close to their neighbors, the Halbergs. Their children bond despite their different education. When adolescent Elia Gheorghiu shows up at school with some bruises on her body, the community asks itself if the traditional education that the Gheorghiu children get from their parents would have anything to do with it.

Berkeley Community Media Horror Film Fest-Evil

Join us in celebrating the season of the Witch. Indie filmmakers from around the Bay Area have entered their films for your viewing pleasure, no matter the weather, there won't be a dry seat in the house. This is a co-created, grassroots festival intended to inspire and delight the senses. Wear a costume and be part of the costume parade. Let's get this party started with a monster mash-up of creativity in the horror genre. Think Shaun of the Dead zombie apocalypse meets star trek in the Twilight Zone. **What:** 19th Annual Berkeley Community Media Sci-fi, Fantasy, Horror Film Fest-Evil **Where:** Veterans Memorial Building 1931 Center Street in Berkeley **When:** Fri., Oct. 30, 2026, 7-10pm **Cost:** $10 \*Immerse yourself in the moment and start the holidays off right!

An Evening with Jane Schoenbrun!

Join us for a special evening with acclaimed filmmaker and writer **Jane Schoenbrun** ("Teenage Sex & Death At Camp Miasma", "I Saw The TV Glow"), celebrating the release of their debut novel, ***Public Access Afterworld***. **Schoenbrun will join us for a moderated conversation about the book and their work, followed by a screening of their acclaimed film *I Saw the TV Glow***. A mesmerizing mash-up of speculative fiction, horror, and conspiracy, *Public Access Afterworld* spans decades and realities, following an unforgettable ensemble of outsiders drawn into the mystery of a strange pirate television network broadcasting from somewhere beyond the static. *Ticket includes a pre-signed copy of Public Access Afterworld.* Additional books will be available for purchase at the event. Tickets: https://roxie.com/film/an-evening-with-jane-schoenbrun-public-access-afterworld-i-saw-the-tv-glow/ The event starts at 6 pm - we'll get in line no later than 5.30 pm. Buy your tickets now, this event might sell out. Please indicate in the event chat if you're interested in dinner before the show - happy to organize!

The American Indian Film Festival

Spooktacular Halloween Matinee

Clarion celebrates its 10th year as a performing arts center with a Halloween haunted open house. Performers include musicians, poets, a tea master, students of Clarion Children's Theater, and a fun-for-all shadow puppet theater. Bring the whole family and participate in this joyous event. **FREE if you come in costume. Otherwise, you'll be CHARGED!**

DreamQuil (Alex Prager, 2026)

Join us for a SciFi thriller in Technicolor splendor, starring Elizabeth Banks, Juliette Lewis and John C. Reilly. A woman embarks on a virtual wellness retreat in order to get her life back on track - but with nightmarish consequences. Showtime is 7 pm, we'll meet no later than 6.45 pm in the downstairs lobby of the Apple Theater on Van Ness. Tickets: https://www.applecinemas.com/Dreamquil/6ad8f882bd16990ca85637e5 I have seat G10 if you want to sit close. Trailer: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/jesyn0qqaa0gm9pgzuj6c/dreamquil_theatrical_trailer_hd_2.0-1080p.mp4?rlkey=4488qryl7q8kkcsvuqsa09hje&st=z5k3puo4&e=1&dl=0 I hope to see you there!

Primavera

Our November selection is Primavera from Italy. I believe it is the best historical biography since Amadeus. Synopsis: A talented violinist, Cecilia, confined in an orphanage, meets Vivaldi who becomes her teacher. Under his mentorship and through his music, she gains courage to break free from the life she was destined for and pursue her passion. Trailer: [https://mubi.com/en/films/primavera-2025/trailer](https://mubi.com/en/films/primavera-2025/trailer) Be advised the Orinda Square garage is now an automated system that takes a photo of your car license plate then calculates your charges as you exit. They have a 1-hour free parking (after that I believe it is $6 per hour). The Orinda Theater can issue a 3-hour parking validation which makes for 4 hours of free parking in total. BE SURE to get your parking validation in the theater lobby before you leave the theater. There is street parking available for various time periods; check posted signs for more information as it varies quite a bit. The BART station is approximately a 12-15 minute walk away. The movie is 2 hours long; attendees can decide if they want to go to eat afterwards; there are several places within walking distance. The meetup duration shown is for the movie only; not any optional dinner. Barbara and/or Valerie be outside the theater with a "meetup" sign to welcome attendees; (those who have joined us before know to go in and purchase your ticket and find your preferred theater seat). Your hosts will be there to greet newcomers 15 minutes before the movie start-time but will go inside 5 minutes before to take their seat. Welcome all! NOTE THAT THE ORINDA WILL FIRM UP THE DEFINITE START TIME A FEW DAYS BEFORE, I WILL UPDATE THIS POST ACCORDINGLY Afterwards folks who wish to eat can join others for whichever food spot they prefer - several are nearby (often the group splits up and goes off to several different places) TICKETS: If you wish you can pre-purchase tickets online at the Orinda website or at the box office https://www.orindamovies.com/ Subscribe to the International Film Showcase to know about upcoming movies: https://internationalshowcase.org/

Euro Mingle – Oct 24

CLOSED FOR RSVPs. Meet European expats and other internationally-minded people over drinks. These convivial social gatherings are relaxed, intimate, and fun. A wide range of Euro friends attend: singles, couples, and all ages. **For this event only, there is no attendance fee if you RSVP.** RSVP registrations close about a week before the event. Attendance is still possible without a RSVP at a **"walk-in" fee of $10**, payable at check-in, in cash or via Venmo. Details at [RSVPs, Guests, and Attendance Fees](https://docs.google.com/document/u/1/d/1De48Mzn2rVgjMP2HXW8zFhmIfJ24tAYB64FPdWjp9hk/pub). **Venue opens at 5pm.** Check in at the BAFOE welcome table to receive your Friends of Europe name badge – *your passport to mingling!* **Legal:** By attending BAFOE events, you are confirming that you have read, understood and accepted the following: [Legal Disclaimer and Liability Information](https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vRICQbRpIiHAkySl29II1QB1BQSe4ywejo_-HeVSuES7wBtgQhz3KFSfNgsIJbGdidhygeHO-RCdnlC/pub). **More info**: [What to expect at Friends of Europe Mingles](https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vSQX720KsiicGVC4w1GifYV_bjiLhVKBPEXnRpIfxheFrreLJEFYSc2d-3OiL8sHwnPnUF4qx23HLQG/pub).

Perdita Durango - Director's Cut, new restoration

Come for Rosie Perez as outlaw Perdita Durango, stay for Jarvier Bardem in his breakout role as unhinged, santeria practicing drug dealer Romeo. Out Bonnie & Clyde duo is followed by a terrier of an FBI agent (no other than James "Tony Soprano" Gandolfini). Directed by the master of gleeful mayhem Alex De La Iglesia. **One of my personal favorites finally in a new restoration by Severin Films!** Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oVLIczqtWtw Showtime is 7.20 pm. We'll meet around 7 to grab our seats. Tickets: https://roxie.com/film/perdita-durango/