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From Academy Award®-nominated filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson comes ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER, starring Academy Award® winner Leonardo DiCaprio, alongside Oscar® winners Benicio del Toro and Sean Penn, plus Regina Hall, Teyana Taylor, Chase Infiniti, Wood Harris and Alana Haim. When their evil enemy resurfaces after 16 years, a group of ex-revolutionaries reunites to rescue one of their own’s daughter.
"The single greatest film of 2025." – Rolling Stone
September 18–October 9
Now in its 36th year, the festival is one of Washington’s top cultural events and features award-winning films, in-person conversations with filmmaker guests and exciting embassy-hosted parties.
Coming up:
★ Centerpiece Screening: KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN — Sept. 27
★ North American Premiere: SHE STOPS AND LOOKS + Q&A — Sept. 28
★ Silent Movie Day: THE BLOOD OF A POET — Sept. 29 + $8 tix!
★ Special Presentation: THE MESSAGE + Q&A — Sept. 30
Sept. 28–30 | New 4K Remaster
Part of Three Films by Mamoru Hosoda
Teenager Makoto nearly gets hit by a train, but, at the last second, finds herself jumping backwards in time to before the accident. She immediately makes use of her newfound ability to re-do every minor inconvenience. But, when faced with the consequences of tampering with time, Makoto must do everything she can to avoid a dire future that can't be reversed. Director Mamoru Hosoda weaves together breathtaking visuals with a tenderhearted story of a girl navigating first love, time travel, and the perilous choices that come with both.
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Starring Paul Mescal and Josh O’Connor, THE HISTORY OF SOUND is a sweeping, moving and tender romance that spans decades and continents. In 1917, Lionel (Mescal) — a young, talented music student — meets David (O’Connor) at the Boston Conservatory, where a connection over a deep appreciation for music leads to a fleeting love affair. They reconnect years later and take an impromptu journey through the backwoods of Maine to collect traditional folk songs.
"One of the most unabashedly romantic LGBTQ films in recent memory." – The Hollywood Reporter
Oct. 3–5 only
Part of Special Engagements
Celebrate The Official Release Party of a Showgirl in theaters only October 3–5. See the exclusive world premiere of the music video “The Fate of Ophelia,” along with behind-the-scenes footage from the music video shoot, brand new lyric videos and Taylor’s never-before-seen personal reflections on songs from her 12th studio album, “The Life of a Showgirl.”
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After cracking a tooth on Christmas Eve, newly sober Cliff (co-writer Michael Strassner) embarks on an adventure through Baltimore with Didi (Liz Larsen), his emergency dentist, in independent cinema stalwart Jay Duplass’ (THE PUFFY CHAIR, CYRUS) new feature.
"An unabashed love letter to Baltimore." — The Hollywood Reporter
Just extended!
★ $8 tickets for all current and recent federal employees in our community!
Show proof of either current or recent federal employment at the box office and receive one discount ticket per person to any regularly priced film, now through the end of the year.

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Become a member of the Silver Cinema Club today and unlock all of the exclusive benefits. From complimentary perks to exciting discounts, there’s something for every movie fan.
Become a member of the Silver Cinema Club today and unlock all of the exclusive benefits. From complimentary perks to exciting discounts, there’s something for every movie fan.
Gift cards may be used to buy tickets & concessions
at the theatre, or tickets online.
Gift cards may be used to buy tickets & concessions
at the theatre, or tickets online.
Opening September 26
ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER in 70mm
Opening October 24
FRANKENSTEIN (2025) in 35mm
Check back for showtimes.
