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Special Screenings for Thu., May 20
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    Boy Meets Boy (2021)

    Queer Spectrum Series: A screening and filmmaker Q&A presented by aGLIFF. The film follows Harry and Johannes, who meet on the dance floor at a Berlin club and end up spending the day together wandering the city just hours before Harry is scheduled to fly back to London.
    May 20-26 
    Online: bit.ly/agliff-bmb21-fbe
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    Fig Tree (2019)

    Presented by Austin Jewish Film Festival, the story of a 16-year-old Jewish girl navigating a relationship with her Christian boyfriend amidst civil war in Ethiopia, which her family plans to escape by immigrating to Israel. The filmmaker's debut is inspired by her own experiences.
    May 15-23 
    Online: www.austinjff.org
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    SOLD OUT: Without Getting Killed or Caught (2021)

    An outdoor screening of the Austin Film Society Grant-supported project with director Tamara Saviano in person. The film tells the true story of Texas songwriter Guy Clark. These screenings are sold out, but keep an eye out for more this summer.
    Wed.-Thu., May 19-20, 7:15pm; tickets go on sale Fri., April 23, 1pm 
BULLOCK MUSEUM IMAX
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    "Into America's Wild" (2020)

    Laser IMAX 2D. From Oregon's stunning coast to the ancient canyons of the Southwest, from the wilds of Alaska to the Appalachian Trail, explore the scenic byways, ancient homelands, secret gems and hidden trails of America's great outdoors, and discover the human connection we all share with the secret wonders of nature.
    Thu., May 20, 2pm, 4pm 
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    "Turtle Odyssey"

    Laser Imax 3D. Russell Crowe narrates this doc following the life cycle of an Australian green sea turtle named Bunji and her journey across the ocean.
    Thu., May 20, 12pm 
FESTIVALS
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    Asian Pacific Virtual Showcase

    During Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, join Austin Asian American Film Festival for a showcase that aims to highlight artists of different communities and neighborhoods in the United States, Canada, and Oceania.
    Through May 31 
    Online: www.aaafilmfest.org
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    Pola Negri Film Festival

    Austin Polish Society's programming includes a free pass to five online screenings and a series of articles and interviews.
    Through June 20 
    Online: austinpolishsociety.org
OFFSCREEN
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    AFS Cinema Seeks Donations

    The AFS Cinema is preparing to reopen this summer, and they're asking for the community’s support to open their doors again. Donate today to help light up their two big screens with the classic, independent, and global films that bring the world of cinema to Austin.
    Ongoing 
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    Summer Fun at Blue Starlite

    At "Tiki Beach" screenings, you'll sit in the cool sand among the tiki torches as you sip a mocktail and enjoy a beach dinner from the Blue StarBite diner. And speaking of Blue StarBite, they're also crafting special themed menu items for certain films, such as "Bender Bites" and the "Breakfast Club" sandwich. Get details on their calendar for weekly special events.
    Ongoing 
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    Violet Crown Reopening

    Exciting news from Violet Crown Cinema: They're back open for regular screenings starting this weekend.
    Ongoing 

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