Film Independent Members, you and a guest are invited to join us for a theatrical screening of Blue Moon, followed by an in-person conversation with actor Ethan Hawke, moderated by David Canfield (The Hollywood Reporter).

Richard Linklater’s Blue Moon tells the story of legendary lyricist Lorenz Hart bravely facing the future as his professional and private life unravel at the opening night party for his former partner’s hit show Oklahoma! By the time this night is over, Hart will have confronted both a world that no longer values his talent and the seeming impossibility of love.

From Sony Pictures Classics, the film was an official selection of the Berlin, Toronto, New York, and Telluride Film Festivals. Blue Moon will be released in theaters in Los Angeles and New York on October 17, and expand to more theaters on October 24.

 
2025, 100 minutes, color | Written by Robert Kaplow | Directed by Richard Linklater | Main Cast Ethan Hawke, Margaret Qualley, Bobby Cannavale, Andrew Scott | Produced by Mike Blizzard, John Sloss, Richard Linklater | Executive Produced by Jim Selby, Victor Zaraya
 

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 membership@filmindependent.org for more.

All Film Independent Members can register for this event starting at 2:00 pm on Thursday, October 2. | 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.

Complimentary valet parking will be available, though ride share is encouraged. Please allow extra time in case of a valet line.
 

Accessibility

Film Independent is committed to hosting events that are accessible. For inquiries regarding accessibility, or to request an accommodation, please contact us at accessibility@filmindependent.org or 323 556 9305.
 

Screening Policies

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

Members 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.