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This improvisation-driven mockumentary follows Trevor W. (co-writer and producer Lucas Akoskin), a famous New York club doorman, in his journey from the top to the bottom. Trevor acts as gatekeeper to Manhattan’s hottest night spots, rubbing elbows with celebrities and keeping the common man beyond the velvet rope, but soon he loses all the power he’s worked so hard to earn. THE DOORMAN features appearances from Peter Bogdanovich, QUEER EYE’s Thom Filicia, and famous club owner Amy Sacco.

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Oscar winner Ellen Burstyn stars as Hagar Shipley in this adaptation of Margaret Laurence’s beloved novel. At 90, Hagar may be considered old, but she hasn’t stopped fighting. As her son and daughter-in-law take her to a nursing home, Hagar resists and remembers a lifetime of boldness and courage. THE STONE ANGEL tells Hagar’s story in the past, as she began a forbidden romance. The film features a strong cast, including Ellen Page, Cole Hauser, Kevin Zegers, Dylan Baker, and newcomer Christine Horne as the young Hagar.

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Though many will agree that Roman Polanski is one of cinema’s greatest directors, his personal life has been far more controversial. Using historical footage and more recent interviews, the documentary ROMAN POLANSKI: WANTED AND DESIRED explores the filmmaker’s conviction for statutory rape in 1978 that led to his flight from America.

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It’s New Year’s Eve in Los Angeles, and 20-something Wilson (Scoot McNairy) has no one to kiss. But a Craig’s List ad brings him Vivian (Sara Simmonds), and maybe they won’t be alone at the stroke of midnight. Shot in black and white, this sweet indie comedy has won hearts at festivals across the country. Legendary KCRW music director Nick Harcourt plays a radio DJ.

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