Special Presentations

Writers: Emily V. Gordon, Kumail Nanjiani | Director: Michael Showalter

Based on the screenwriters’ real-life courtship: Pakistan-born comedian Kumail and grad student Emily fall in love, but they struggle with cultural differences and the unexpected impact of a mysterious illness. Featuring Kumail Nanjiani, Zoe Kazan, Holly Hunter, and Ray Romano.

Writer/Director: Luis Valdez | USA / 1987 / 108 MIN

Biographical story of the rise from nowhere of early rock and roll singer Ritchie Valens who died at age 17 in a plane crash with Buddy Holly and the Big Bopper. Featuring Lou Diamond Phillips, Esai Morales, and Joe Pantoliano.