OCTOBER 2nd - 5th 2025
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Get access to over a dozen feature films, shorts program, events,
talks and an educational seminar.
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DOGMA ANNIVERSARY SCREENING WITH KEVIN SMITH
Film, Live Q & A
SATURDAY OCT 4 @ 7:30PM The Foundry Theater at Antioch College
"Dogma" (World Premiere Cannes Film Festival) is a comedy, part of Kevin Smith's "View Askewniverse" series, that satirizes religious dogma. It follows two fallen angels, Bartleby (Ben Affleck) and Loki (Matt Damon), who discover a loophole in Catholic doctrine and plot to return to Heaven by exploiting it, which would disprove God and undo creation. Bethany (Linda Fiorentino), an abortion clinic worker, is tasked by the angel Metatron (Alan Rickman) to stop them, alongside a group of unlikely allies. This outstanding cast also features Salma Hayak, Chirs Rock, Jason Lee, Jason Mewes, Kevin Smith and George Carlin.
Kevin Smith is an American filmmaker, podcaster, and media personality, best known for writing and directing the low-budget independent film "Clerks". He is also known for other films like "Chasing Amy", "Mall Rats" and "Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back", often featuring his View Askewniverse characters. Beyond filmmaking, Smith has expanded into podcasting, comic books, and television, including work on animated series and the "Masters of the Universe" franchise.
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KEVIN NEALON
Live Comedy
FRIDAY OCT 3 @ 5PM The Foundry Theater at Antioch College
Kevin Nealon is an Emmy and SAG-nominated actor and comedian who sets himself apart from other comedic performers with his unique sense of humor, dry wit and likable demeanor. Nealon is best known for his nine-year stint as a cast member of NBC’s Saturday Night Live (1986-1995), creating some of the show’s most memorable characters, including ‘The Subliminal Man’ and ‘Hans and Franz, as well as his recurring role as an anchor on ‘Weekend Update’. Nealon also received critical acclaim for his role in the hit Showtime series Weeds, currently produces and hosts his digital series Hiking with Kevin and tours his stand-up globally. Additional television roles include two critically acclaimed stand-up specials for Showtime; and a number of appearances on Hot In Cleveland, Franklin & Bash, Monk, Curb Your Enthusiasm and Still Standing. Nealon has also found great comedic success in his extensive film career sharing the screen with the likes of Jack Nicholson, Adam Sandler, David Spade, Eddie Murphy, Steve Martin, Jonah Hill and many others.
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WE WANT THE FUNK
Documentary
SATURDAY OCT 4 @ 8:30PM The Little Art Theatre
"WE WANT THE FUNK!" is a PBS Independent Lens documentary that explores the history and cultural impact of funk music. The film delves into funk's roots in African, soul, and early jazz, tracing its rise to prominence and influence on various genres like new wave and hip-hop. It features current and archival interviews with prominent musicians and figures, including Questlove, George Clinton, David Byrne, Fred Wesley, Robert "Kool" Bell, David Bowie, James Brown and Marcus Miller. The documentary also examines funk's connection to the post-Civil Rights Movement era and its role in expressing joy and Black pride. Q & A with Directors Stanley Nelson and Nicole London to follow.
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A TRIBUTE TO ROD SERLING
Live Play, Expert Panel, Presentations, Twilight Zone Screening
THURSDAY OCT 2 @ 7:30PM The Foundry Theater at Antioch College
Join us for our first ever ‘Opening Ceremony’ event: A Tribute to Rod Serling. Mr. Serling was a singular mind, a creative force as well as a teacher and student at Antioch College in Yellow Springs. Come witness his genius and hear about his journey with a Live Radio Play (written by Serling), Presentations from authors Anne Serling (Rod’s daughter) and Mark Dawidziak as well as a classic Twilight Zone episode screening and panel discussion + Co-Presented by Ohio Goes to the Movies, Antioch College & OhioAna Library.
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HANNAH BEACHLER
IN CONVERSATION
Conversation, Live In Person
SUNDAY OCT 5 @ 1:15PM The Foundry Theater at Antioch College
Oscar Award winning Production Designer Hannah Beachler will be on hand to discuss her exceptional career, creative process and local roots. Hannah Beachler is a film production designer whose credits include: Moonlight (Best Picture 2017),Creed, Miles Ahead, Beyoncé's Lemonade, Black Panther, Fruitvale Station, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and most recently Sinners.
Beachler grew up in Centerville, Ohio, and graduated from the University of Cincinnati, studying fashion design. She attended Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio where she studied film. Hannah first collaborated with director Ryan Coogler on 2013's Fruitvale Station and the two have worked together ever since. She is The first African-American to win the Academy Award for Best Production Design and the first-ever female production designer of a Marvel film.
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OPENING NIGHT FILM:
SHE DANCES
Drama, Comedy
FRIDAY OCT 3 @ 8:00 PM The Foundry Theater at Antioch College
On the verge of a major deal to sell the business he runs alongside longtime best friend, Brian (Ethan Hawke), harried co-parent, Jason (Steve Zahn), is forced to reconnect with his daughter, Claire (a magnetic Audrey Zahn in her feature debut), on the road to her final dance competition. As they confront their fractured relationship and a shared tragedy, the whirlwind of the Young Miss Southeast Regional Dance Finals becomes the backdrop for their journey toward healing. She Dances is a story about rediscovering family and finding yourself - about accepting what is, letting it shape you, and recognizing who you are through the memories of those you love most. Q & A with Audrey Zahn to follow. BADGES ACCEPTED.
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THE NOVELIZERS with
MICHAEL IAN BLACK & SPECIAL GUESTS
Podcast, Comedy
SATURDAY OCT 4 @ 4:00 PM The Foundry Theater at Antioch College
The Novelizers is a weekly podcast featuring various TV comedy writers and actors that turn classic films into hilarious audiobooks. Previous guest narrators have included JK Simmons, Richard Ayoade, Rachel Dratch, Patton Oswalt, Ira Glass, Rachel Bloom and dozens more. Our YSFF 2025 live episode will feature comedian / actor Michael Ian Black, Leyla Ingalls, Kevin Carter and Rich Carrillo reading the rewritten “Novelized” versions of the classic action film, The Matrix.