We’re taking Film Independent Presents on a summer getaway… but don’t worry, we’re bringing the movies with us.

This August, settle in for a curated lineup of acclaimed new independent films, each paired with filmmaker conversations. Whether you’re watching from your couch or your own vacation destination, the Out of Office series is your passport to great independent cinema.

No commute. No dress code. Just great stories.

 
Film Independent Members, you and a guest are invited to watch Edie Arnold Is a Loser in the Film Independent Presents Online Screening Room, powered by Vision Media, followed by a pre-recorded conversation with directors Kade Atwood and Megan Rico, moderated by Rachel Bleemer (Director of Programming and Events, Film Independent).

Please note: This screening is available only to individuals located in the state of California.
 
Timid dork Edie accidentally takes the spotlight when she starts a punk band with her fellow “turds”, becoming an icon to the rest of the losers at her all-girls Catholic school while managing to piss off the hot girls, the nuns, and the horniest altar boy you’ve ever seen.

Edie Arnold Is a Loser premiered at the 2026 SXSW Film Festival and played at the Miami Film Festival and Seattle International Film Festival. It will be released theatrically on September 4.

 
2026, 73 minutes, color | English | Written by Megan Rico | Directed by Megan Rico, Kade Atwood | Main Cast Adi Madden Cabrera, McKenna Tuckett, Cherish Rodriguez | Produced by Bryson Alejandro, Kade Atwood
 

Registration Information

All Film Independent Members can register for this event starting at 10:00 am PT on Wednesday, July 29. | Registration is free; one registration per Membership. | Proof of Member status is required to complete registration.

Arts Circle Members are guaranteed access to this screening. For information about Arts Circle, contact Jennifer Murby at jmurby@filmindependent.org.
 

How to Watch

On the first day of screening availability, registered Members (and guests, when applicable) will be emailed a secure link by our partner Vision Media to watch this title in the Film Independent Presents Online Screening Room.
 

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.
 

Online Screening Policies

Availability window and registration capacity may vary; always register as early as possible to ensure access. Links are watermarked, nontransferable and may only be used by the Member who completed the registration. Limit one link 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.