Film Independent Members, you and a guest are invited to join us for a theatrical screening of The Sun Never Sets, including an in-person conversation with writer/director Joe Swanberg, and actors Jake Johnson and Cory Michael Smith.

Wendy finds her life upended when her boyfriend Jack – older, divorced and with children – asks for space to reassess their relationship. During their separation, Wendy reconnects with her ex Chuck (Smith), sparking an emotionally charged love triangle that forces all three to confront the realities of love, timing and personal growth.

From Independent Film Company, The Sun Never Sets premiered at the 2026 SXSW Film Festival and will open in theaters on August 28.

 
2026, 102 minutes, color | Written and Directed by Joe Swanberg | Main Cast Dakota Fanning, Jake Johnson, Cory Michael Smith, Debby Ryan, Anna Konkle, Lamorne Morris, Karley Sciortino | Produced by Dakota Fanning, Cory Michael Smith, Jake Johnson, Joe Swanberg, Ashleigh Snead | Executive Produced by Dan Johnson, Ariana Parsa, Kathy Gitibin Parsa
 

Registration Information

Film Lover Members receive priority entry at this event. Arts Circle Members are guaranteed access, and receive both priority entry and reserved seating. Email [email protected] for more.

All Film Independent Members can register for this event starting at xx:00 pm PT on xxxxday, August xx. | Registration is free; one registration per Membership. | Proof of Member status is required to complete registration.
 

Tickets/Parking

On the day of the event, registered Members may pick up tickets as early as 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time – look for Film Independent signage. Tickets are nontransferable and for general, unreserved theater seating only (except for Arts Circle Members). Attendees must be in their seat(s) at least 15 minutes prior to the advertised start time or seat(s) may be released. Entry/seating will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests may not enter the venue without the Member who registered them present. Registration does not guarantee entry, even with a ticket in hand.

The first three hours of parking are free with validation from AMC.
 

Accessibility

Film Independent is committed to hosting events that are accessible. For inquiries regarding accessibility, or to request an accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] or 323 556 9305.
 

Screening Policies

Availability window and registration capacity may vary; always register as early as possible. Limit one registration per individual, per event.

Attendees are required to follow all rules and guidelines as laid out by Film Independent and/or its partners. If a guest has been registered for an event by a Member, these policies shall apply to that guest. Violation of policies may result in suspension or termination of Membership/access to future events.

Event details and guest participation are subject to change or cancellation without prior notice.