Documentary

Presented in partnership with the Animal Legal Defense Fund. Food Inc. 2 is a timely and urgent follow-up to the Oscar-nominated documentary from directors Robert Kenner and Melissa Robledo. In the sequel, Kenner and Robledo reunite with investigative authors Michael Pollan (The Omnivore’s Dilemma) and Eric Schlosser (Fast Food Nation) to take a fresh look at our vulnerable food system.The groundbreaking Food Inc. ignited a cultural conversation about the multinational corporations that control our food system at enormous cost to our planet, workforce, and health. Food Inc. 2 comes “back for seconds” to reveal how corporate consolidation has gone unchecked by our government, leaving us with a highly efficient yet shockingly vulnerable food system dedicated only towards increasing profits. Seeking solutions, the film introduces innovative farmers, food producers, workers’ rights activists, and prominent legislators such as U.S. Senators Cory Booker and Jon Tester, who are facing these companies head-on and fighting to create a more sustainable future. A Q&A follows the film.

A panel discussion led by Shane Killoran of Hit House Film will follow the screening. HERE. IS. BETTER. is a powerful and hopeful documentary exploring the mental health crisis facing millions of Americans living with PTSD. Veterans are up to three times more likely to experience PTSD, and the film follows four of them—each with different backgrounds and service experiences—as they undergo evidence-based trauma therapies. Featured individuals include former presidential candidate Jason Kander, a Vietnam Veteran still grappling with decades-old memories, and women Veterans whose stories are too often overlooked. With unprecedented access to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the film weaves together their journeys toward healing, offering insight and hope to millions.

Undeterred by armed soldiers, evasive politicians, and riot police, journalist Amy Goodman has reported some of the most consequential stories of our time. Steal This Story, Please! is a gripping portrait of the trailblazer whose unwavering commitment to truth-telling spans three decades of turbulent history. From the frontlines of global conflicts to the organized chaos of her daily news show Democracy Now!, Goodman broadcasts stories and voices routinely silenced by commercial media. Oscar-nominated filmmakers Carl Deal and Tia Lessin (Trouble the Water, The Janes) take us behind the scenes with the warm, wisecracking granddaughter of an Orthodox rabbi — raised in a tradition of asking hard questions – as she navigates a news landscape reshaped by technology, corporate consolidation, and political assaults on the press – and on truth itself. Urgent, provocative and unexpectedly funny, Steal This Story, Please! is both a call to action and a celebration of resistance, posing the question: what happens to democracy when the press surrenders to power?

Known worldwide for his groundbreaking, Tony Award–winning choreography for The Lion King, Garth Fagan is widely recognized as the architect of a distinctive new dance movement and the visionary who transformed Rochester, NY into a hub for world-class contemporary dance. He has created more than 100 works for the stage and is an inspiring teacher. Griot New York is a critically acclaimed contemporary dance piece by Fagan, blending modern, ballet, and Afro-Caribbean styles to explore urban life and African-American history. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with members of the Garth Fagan Dance Company. A portion of proceeds will support the company in its 55th year.

More Than Blue is a groundbreaking new documentary that illuminates the faces and voices of postpartum depression across America. Through the real stories of families across the country, the film shines a light on perinatal mood and anxiety disorders – too often unseen, unheard, or misunderstood. While we have come a long way over the last decade in terms of screening patients, most individuals experiencing conditions like postpartum depression, anxiety, or psychosis still go undiagnosed or untreated. Pairing personal stories with expert insights, the film aims to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and ensure mothers receive the care they need to recover and heal. A panel discussion and Q&A follows the film.

Pegasus Therapeutic Riding, located in Brewster, NY, is celebrating 50 years of enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities and challenges through equine-assisted activities and education with a short film and discussion. Through moving stories of courage, resilience, and growth, the film highlights how Pegasus Therapeutic Riding helps individuals build confidence, improve physical and emotional well-being, and discover new possibilities through the partnership between horse and participant. Q&A and reception to follow. Pegasus Therapeutic Riding's mission is to enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities and challenges through equine-assisted activities and education

Join us for the exciting debut of the Rock n’ Rescue film at the Bedford Playhouse! Come celebrate the premiere of this special film highlighting rescue animals, the incredible stories behind them, and the new therapy center. RnR will be showcasing how the rescue works, some heartwarming stories and the impact of Rock n’ Rescue. After the screening will be a special discussion of the new therapy programs at the RnR Wellness Center. It will be followed by a Q&A session with the members of the team. Get a behind-the-scenes look and ask your questions about the mission, the rescue process, and more. A post-program reception will follow. Don’t miss this inspiring evening celebrating rescue animals, community, and the power of people coming together!

Elva: Art of Redemption tells the story of Lancaster County, PA Artist Elva Hurst's journey from the Old Order Mennonite Church. The movie introduces two local spiritual leaders, Pastor Timothy Wagner and Deacon William Bowen, who have small roles in the production and are spearheading the restoration work on the Cross River 1791 Meeting House. Wagner and Bowen presided at the funeral of the last member of the Cross River Meeting House this past July and received the keys to the historic property. Given the historic nature of the Meeting House dating to 1791 (William Jay signed the original articles of incorporation) it was felt that the property should be preserved. A portion of the proceeds will go towards the effort to save the Cross River 1791 Meeting House.