You’re invited to join us for a theatrical screening of Let Me Be Me, with an introduction from Chuck Braverman, and an in-person conversation with directors Dan Crane and Katie Taber, moderated by film critic Scott Mantz.

When the Westphal family learned that their 6-year-old Kyle was on the Autism spectrum, they feared they might never develop a real connection to their child. Withdrawn and constantly wrapping himself in fabric and blankets, Kyle was retreating from the world around him. Determined to find a way to connect, his parents embarked on an intense and radical journey which involved compassionately joining Kyle in his unique behaviors. Twenty years later, the entire family looks back at Kyle’s journey with candor and humor. Let Me Be Me reveals what happens when a boy who used fabric as his shield to hide himself grows up to become a fashion designer, forging connections with friends and family along the way.

 
2022, 75 minutes, color | Written by Dan Crane | Directed by Dan Crane, Katie Taber | Featuring Kyle Westphal, Westphal family | Produced by Joe Plummer | Executive Produced by Jenifer Westphal
 

Registration Information

Film Lover Members are guaranteed access to, and receive priority entry at this event. Arts Circle Members are guaranteed access, and receive both priority entry and reserved seating. Email membership@filmindependent.org for more.

Film Independent Members and the general public can register for this event starting at 3:00 pm on Thursday, October 20. | Registration is free; one registration per individual.

Tickets/Parking

On the day of the event, registrants may pick up tickets as early as one hour 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. Registration does not guarantee entry, even with a ticket in hand.

Masks are recommended, but not required. This is subject to change as we continue to monitor public health guidance.

AMC Sunset 5 offers three hours of free parking with validation; $2.00 every 15 minutes thereafter. Daily maximum is $24.00. Enter parking facility from Laurel Ave. or Crescent Heights Blvd. The garage is open 24 hours.

Accessibility

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Screening Policies

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

Registrants 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.

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