Virtual Cinema Screenings
Continue to support FACETS through our Virtual Cinema
While our theater is closed during the COVID-19 pandemic, you can still watch newly released independent and international films at FACETS.
By purchasing a "ticket" to one of our Virtual Cinema screenings, you help support FACETS mission and filmmakers from around the world who do so much to enrich our shared film culture.
Need help? Check out our FAQs
Nina Wu
"Startlingly evocative, complex and confrontational" —New York Times
"Wu Kexi turns in a rivetingly brittle, vulnerable performance" —Variety
"A singularly frightening and discombobulating experience" —Film Inquiry
Bill Traylor:
Chasing Ghosts
"Hauntingly intriguing" —Los Angeles Times
"A surprising and worthwhile take on an enigmatic artist" —Hollywood Reporter
About Endlessness
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WINNER Best Director Venice Film Fest |
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"What an amazing experience this film is... [Roy] Andersson's films are endlessly rewatchable" —The Guardian
The Columnist
"A blackly funny satire exploring the limits of obscenity and hateful discourse in our new mediated age" —Sight and Sound
"A sophisticated take on over-the-top material, arch but not quite Serial Mom-style campy" —AV Club
Drunk Bus
"Edgy and heartwarming, bringing powerful performances and an even stronger message to this coming-of-age film—and one of the must-see films of 2020" —Film Inquiry
"A sweet, nostalgic slacker comedy" —The Film Stage
Perfumes
"Admirably refreshing" —The Guardian
"Elegantly directed and perceptively written" —Variety
"Entirely French and entirely charming" —Third Coast Review
Slow Machine
"A simmering thriller, Rivettian game of shifting identity, musical documentary, and showcase for 16mm photography that puts the recent spate of 'gritty' indies to shame" —The Film Stage
"Absolutely fantastic!" —Film Threat
Past features for April
A First Farewell
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WINNER Asian Future Best Film Award Tokyo Intl Film Fest |
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"Intimate and affecting" —Screen International
"An outstanding debut feature" —Variety
Two of Us
"Moving, deceptively complex" —Variety
"Director Filippo Meneghetti's incredibly deft feature debut is cause for celebration... Beautifully crafted and perfectly cast" —Screen International
Sophie Jones
"A refreshing, deeply human meditation on girlhood, sex, and grief... A quiet, brilliant film" —The Playlist
"Raw and resonant" —Variety
"Sophie Jones feels deeply authentic in its understanding of grief" —RogerEbert.com
15 Things You Didn't Know About Bigfoot
2040
"Damon Gameau's documentary is an accessible, informative and optimistic look at solutions to the climate crisis" —New York Times
"Powered by unbridled optimism, Gameau defies skeptics by doing his homework and bringing receipts" —Los Angeles Times
Stray
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WINNER Best International Documentary Hot Docs Intl Film Fest |
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"Elizabeth Lo's sharp-eyed study of Istanbul strays is both the ultimate love letter to dogs and a multifaceted moral inquiry into humanity" —Variety
Truth or Consequences
"Haunted and haunting" —New York Times
"[Filmmaker Hannah] Jayanti successfully puts the viewer into the mindset of a place outside of reality" —Screen International
In Focus:
Asian-American Film and its Media Representation
Live panel discussion and virtual screenings
2021 Oscar Nominated Short Films
Live Action — Animation — Documentary
The Inheritance
Critics' Pick —New York Times
"A joyous celebration of Blackness" —IndieWire
½ "An engrossing, challenging film that allures and confronts you in equal measure" —RogerEbert.com
New 4K Restoration!
F.T.A.
"Fascinating documentation... the cumulative impact is both educational and inspiring at times, as it reminds us of a time when the world was a bit less controlled and confined, and protest was often an effective and creative means of communication" —Third Coast Review
Best of CICFF37:
Fantastic Journeys
FAQs
Basic guide on how to use FACETS' Virtual Cinema
- Pick a film to watch featured on our Virtual Cinema schedule
- Click the Watch Now button on the screening page for the film you choose
- Fill out the information requested by the third-party that you'll be redirected to, which will usually include registering a name/email and using a credit card to rent the film
- Enjoy the film knowing your supporting FACETS and independent filmmakers across the world
What is FACETS Virtual Cinema?
While our theater is closed during the COVID-19 pandemic, you can still watch newly released independent and international films at FACETS. The Virtual Cinema offers these films through third-party websites with 50% of the proceeds go to FACETS.
By purchasing a "ticket" to one of our Virtual Cinema screenings, you help support FACETS' mission and filmmakers from around the world who do so much to enrich our shared film culture.
How long will my rental last?
This depends on the third-party site. On average you'll have 2–4 days after your purchase to watch the film. But to be safe, you should check the length for each rental you purchase through our Virtual Cinema.
Do FACETS Members get a 50% discount for the virtual cinema?
Unfortunately, discounts are on a case-by-case basis, depending on the distributor, and we can't guarantee that FACETS Members will get a discount on every rental.
What does it mean when I get redirected to another website?
The films offered at our Virtual Cinema are hosted by a third-party service. Which means you'll be redirected to another site to watch the film. Even though you're watching on a different site, 50% of the proceeds go to support FACETS.
Can I stream a film on my TV?
There are multiple ways to stream our Virtual Cinema screenings to your TV. The easiest way is to connect your computer to your TV with an HDMI cable—click here for step-by-step instructions.
You can also stream films using a smart TV (Apple TV, Amazon Fire, Roku), but the specific approach will depend on the third-party site. For more information, please refer to the customer service information provided by the third party.
I'm having issues with the third-party website, what should I do?
If you're having problems with the third-party streaming website, we recommend you reach out their customer support team directly to answer your question. If you've done this and are still facing an issue, feel free to reach out to us at help@facets.org.
Additional Questions?
If this page hasn't answered a question you have, feel free to contact us at help@facets.org and we'll do our best to provide you with an answer.