Arts Circle, Film Lover, Secret (shhh…) Members and Fellows (with an active Membership), you and a guest are invited to Programmers’ Picks, a curated screening series taking place at the Film Independent Theater. Make sure to take advantage of your exclusive priority registration window, after which all Film Independent Members will have the opportunity to register.

Join us for Fucktoys, followed by an in-person conversation with writer/director Annapurna Sriram, moderated by Kate Mason (Programmer, Film Independent).

Part-time sex worker, full-time chaos magnet, AP is convinced that the universe has it out for her… and she might be right. In Fucktoys – the wild, unfiltered debut from writer/director/star Annapurna Sriram – AP seeks a cosmic reset after a swampy tarot reading (courtesy Big Freedia) tells her she needs $1,000 and a sacrificial lamb to lift her curse. Armed with neither, she sets off on a bizarre quest with her kindred spirit Danni (Sadie Scott) through Trashtown, USA – a dystopian, neon-drenched sprawl of assorted oddballs, Tom of Finland cops, and strip clubs galore.

Channeling the cinematic stylings of the French New Wave, cross-pollinated with the rebellious vibe of 90s-era Gregg Araki, Fucktoys is a rude, crude, unhinged, girly pop middle finger to filmic convention. The film features a spunky and beloved cast that includes 13 Reasons Why’s Brandon Flynn, The Comeback’s Damian Young, and a knockout performance by The Borgias’ François Arnaud (who also co-stars in Twinless and In Transit this year). The film took home a Special Jury Award at both the SXSW and Fantasia Film Festivals, and has been amassing a slew of other audience awards, critical acclaim, and accolades throughout its festival run.

Beverages will be served prior to the screening, starting at 7:00 pm PT.

 
2025, 106 minutes, color | Written and Directed by Annapurna Sriram | Main Cast Annapurna Sriram, Sadie Scott, François Arnaud, Damian Young, Brandon Flynn, Big Freedia, Tamika Lawrence, Lorrie Odom, Tone Tank, Jowin Batoon | Produced by Timothy Petryni | Executive Produced by Annapurna Sriram, Timothy Petryni, Kurt Ravenwood, Lizzie Goodman, Jean Louis Droulers
 

Registration Information

Film Independent Arts Circle, Film Lover and Secret Members, and Fellows (with an active Membership) can register for this event starting at 6:00 pm on Monday, November 25. | Registration is free; one registration per Membership. | Proof of Member status is required.

Film Lover Members, Secret Members and Fellows (with an active Membership) receive priority entry to this event. Email membership@filmindependent.org for more.

Arts Circle Members are guaranteed access, and receive both priority entry and reserved seating. For information about Arts Circle, contact Jennifer Murby at jmurby@filmindependent.org.
 

Tickets/Parking

On the day of the event, registered Members 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. 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 parking provided with validation. Garage entrance on Masselin.
 

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.