Film Independent Members, you and a guest are invited to join us for a theatrical screening of Coward, including an in-person conversation with writer/director Lukas Dhont.

As the First World War drags on, Pierre, a soldier newly arrived at the front, is eager to prove himself. Behind the lines, he meets Francis, who decides to lift the spirits of his comrades by putting together a theatre show. While the violence continues, both men try to find ways to escape the brutality of war, even if only for a moment.

From MUBI, Coward premiered at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival and will open in theaters on December 25.
 
2026, 125 minutes, color, French and Dutch with English subtitles | Written by Lukas Dhont, Angelo Tijssens | Directed by Lukas Dhont | Main Cast Emmanuel Macchia, Valentin Campagne | Produced by Michiel Dhont | Executive Produced by Eric Abraham, Jack Sidey
 

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 12:00 pm PT on Monday, October 5. | 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 Crescent Theater parking garage is located at 100 North Crescent Drive. Enter on N. Crescent, just above Wilshire Blvd. Please park on P2 or P3. Validation will be provided.
 

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.