Film in Washington, D.C.

STAR WARS: A NEW HOPEscience fiction

The original that started it all follows Luke Skywalker as he teams with Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi, cocky pilot Han Solo, a Wookiee and two droids to save the galaxy and rescue Princess Leia from the evil Darth Vader.

STAR WARS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACKscience fiction

With a richer story, more complex themes and a darker tone than STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE, this is the gold standard for blockbuster sequels. Three years after the destruction of the Death Star, the Rebel Alliance is dealt a stunning blow by the evil Empire on the ice planet Hoth.

STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDIscience fiction

The cliffhangers and conflicts of STAR WARS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK are resolved in a most satisfying fashion in the climactic finale to the original STAR WARS saga.

STEAL THIS STORY, PLEASE!documentary

A gripping portrait of journalist Amy Goodman, whose unwavering commitment to truth-telling spans three decades of turbulent history. This screening includes a Q&A with subject Amy Goodman and Academy Award®–nominated filmmaker Tia Lessin.

The STAR WARS Sagasci-fi

A series showcasing George Lucas's STAR WARS saga, a fantasy adventure that changed filmmaking forever, combining classic storytelling with innovative special effects.

2026 DC Labor FilmFestdocumentary

This annual series features a wide-ranging selection of films about work, workers, and the wider issues affecting workers’ lives, opening with STEAL THIS STORY, PLEASE! and closing with Charles Chaplin’s MODERN TIMES.

THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2comedy

Miranda Priestly's struggle against Emily Charlton, her former assistant turned rival executive, as they compete for advertising revenue amidst declining print media while Miranda nears retirement.

DAYS AND NIGHTS IN THE FOREST

Adapted from Sunil Gangopadhyay’s celebrated 1968 novel, DAYS AND NIGHTS IN THE FOREST is one of director Satyajit Ray’s greatest achievements, a modern search for connection that conjures the timeless resonance of a folktale. This new 4K restoration includes a recorded introduction by filmmaker Wes Anderson.

AMERICAN DREAM (1990)documentary

Winner of the 1991 Academy Award® for Best Documentary Feature, Barbara Kopple’s AMERICAN DREAM unflinchingly details the explosive 1985–86 labor strike against Hormel Foods in Austin, Minnesota, a city ripped apart in the tumult.

Black Light: A Howard Short Film Showcasediscussion

THE RED SPECTACLES

In a dystopian near-future Japan, law and order is enforced by a brutal paramilitary police unit known as the Kerberos Panzer Cops. A philosophical blend of film noir, political allegory and existential mystery, THE RED SPECTACLES is a visually striking black comedy that meditates on justice, memory and the cost of loyalty.

STAR WARS: A NEW HOPEscience fiction

The original that started it all follows Luke Skywalker as he teams with Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi, cocky pilot Han Solo, a Wookiee and two droids to save the galaxy and rescue Princess Leia from the evil Darth Vader.

STAR WARS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACKscience fiction

With a richer story, more complex themes and a darker tone than STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE, this is the gold standard for blockbuster sequels. Three years after the destruction of the Death Star, the Rebel Alliance is dealt a stunning blow by the evil Empire on the ice planet Hoth.

STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDIscience fiction

The cliffhangers and conflicts of STAR WARS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK are resolved in a most satisfying fashion in the climactic finale to the original STAR WARS saga.

Star Wars: A New Hope (1977)

Young farm boy Luke Skywalker is thrust into a galaxy of adventure when he intercepts a distress call from the captive Princess Leia. The event launches him on a daring mission to rescue her from the clutches of Darth Vader and the evil Empire.

STEAL THIS STORY, PLEASE!documentary

A gripping portrait of journalist Amy Goodman, whose unwavering commitment to truth-telling spans three decades of turbulent history. This screening includes a Q&A with subject Amy Goodman and Academy Award®–nominated filmmaker Tia Lessin.

THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2comedy

Miranda Priestly's struggle against Emily Charlton, her former assistant turned rival executive, as they compete for advertising revenue amidst declining print media while Miranda nears retirement.

DAYS AND NIGHTS IN THE FOREST

Adapted from Sunil Gangopadhyay’s celebrated 1968 novel, DAYS AND NIGHTS IN THE FOREST is one of director Satyajit Ray’s greatest achievements, a modern search for connection that conjures the timeless resonance of a folktale. This new 4K restoration includes a recorded introduction by filmmaker Wes Anderson.

THE DEVIL'S BACKBONE

This stylish and unpredictable supernatural chiller from director Guillermo del Toro deftly mixes horror, suspense and dark humor. Twelve-year-old Carlos is the latest arrival to Santa Lucia School, an imposing stone building that shelters the orphans of the Republican militia and politicians during the last days of the Spanish Civil War.

STAR WARS: A NEW HOPEscience fiction

The original that started it all follows Luke Skywalker as he teams with Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi, cocky pilot Han Solo, a Wookiee and two droids to save the galaxy and rescue Princess Leia from the evil Darth Vader.

Star Wars: A New Hope (1977)

Young farm boy Luke Skywalker is thrust into a galaxy of adventure when he intercepts a distress call from the captive Princess Leia.

STAR WARS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACKscience fiction

With a richer story, more complex themes and a darker tone than STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE, this is the gold standard for blockbuster sequels. Three years after the destruction of the Death Star, the Rebel Alliance is dealt a stunning blow by the evil Empire on the ice planet Hoth.

STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDIscience fiction

The cliffhangers and conflicts of STAR WARS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK are resolved in a most satisfying fashion in the climactic finale to the original STAR WARS saga.

One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventurechildren

Join Big Bird and Elmo as they explore the night sky with Hu Hu Zhu, a Muppet from "Zhima Jie," the Chinese co-production of Sesame Street.

THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2comedy

Miranda Priestly's struggle against Emily Charlton, her former assistant turned rival executive, as they compete for advertising revenue amidst declining print media while Miranda nears retirement.

DAYS AND NIGHTS IN THE FOREST

Adapted from Sunil Gangopadhyay’s celebrated 1968 novel, DAYS AND NIGHTS IN THE FOREST is one of director Satyajit Ray’s greatest achievements, a modern search for connection that conjures the timeless resonance of a folktale. This new 4K restoration includes a recorded introduction by filmmaker Wes Anderson.

POWER TO THE PEOPLE: JOHN & YOKO LIVE IN NYCconcert film

In 1972, John & Yoko/Plastic Ono Band with Elephant’s Memory and other special guests performed these now-legendary sold-out One To One concerts to a combined audience of 40,000 people, raising over $1.5 million for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

2026 Galagala

A special evening benefiting the theater and its investment in laser projection technology. Featuring a screening of Sunset Boulevard (1950), followed by a conversation with author David Lubin and NPR Senior Arts Critic Bob Mondello.

THE RED SPECTACLES

In a dystopian near-future Japan, law and order is enforced by a brutal paramilitary police unit known as the Kerberos Panzer Cops. A philosophical blend of film noir, political allegory and existential mystery, THE RED SPECTACLES is a visually striking black comedy that meditates on justice, memory and the cost of loyalty.

STAR WARS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACKscience fiction

With a richer story, more complex themes and a darker tone than STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE, this is the gold standard for blockbuster sequels. Three years after the destruction of the Death Star, the Rebel Alliance is dealt a stunning blow by the evil Empire on the ice planet Hoth.

LA LA LAND (2016)musical

Sebastian (Ryan Gosling) and Mia (Emma Stone) are drawn together by their common desire to do what they love. But as success mounts they are faced with decisions that begin to fray the fragile fabric of their love affair, and the dreams they worked so hard to maintain in each other threaten to rip them apart.

STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDIscience fiction

The cliffhangers and conflicts of STAR WARS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK are resolved in a most satisfying fashion in the climactic finale to the original STAR WARS saga.

STAR WARS: A NEW HOPEscience fiction

The original that started it all follows Luke Skywalker as he teams with Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi, cocky pilot Han Solo, a Wookiee and two droids to save the galaxy and rescue Princess Leia from the evil Darth Vader.

THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2comedy

Miranda Priestly's struggle against Emily Charlton, her former assistant turned rival executive, as they compete for advertising revenue amidst declining print media while Miranda nears retirement.

DAYS AND NIGHTS IN THE FOREST

Adapted from Sunil Gangopadhyay’s celebrated 1968 novel, DAYS AND NIGHTS IN THE FOREST is one of director Satyajit Ray’s greatest achievements, a modern search for connection that conjures the timeless resonance of a folktale. This new 4K restoration includes a recorded introduction by filmmaker Wes Anderson.

THE DEVIL'S BACKBONE

This stylish and unpredictable supernatural chiller from director Guillermo del Toro deftly mixes horror, suspense and dark humor. Twelve-year-old Carlos is the latest arrival to Santa Lucia School, an imposing stone building that shelters the orphans of the Republican militia and politicians during the last days of the Spanish Civil War.

STAR WARS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACKscience fiction

With a richer story, more complex themes and a darker tone than STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE, this is the gold standard for blockbuster sequels. Three years after the destruction of the Death Star, the Rebel Alliance is dealt a stunning blow by the evil Empire on the ice planet Hoth.

STAR WARS: A NEW HOPEscience fiction

The original that started it all follows Luke Skywalker as he teams with Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi, cocky pilot Han Solo, a Wookiee and two droids to save the galaxy and rescue Princess Leia from the evil Darth Vader.

STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDIscience fiction

The cliffhangers and conflicts of STAR WARS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK are resolved in a most satisfying fashion in the climactic finale to the original STAR WARS saga.

THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2comedy

Miranda Priestly's struggle against Emily Charlton, her former assistant turned rival executive, as they compete for advertising revenue amidst declining print media while Miranda nears retirement.

THE DEVIL'S BACKBONE

This stylish and unpredictable supernatural chiller from director Guillermo del Toro deftly mixes horror, suspense and dark humor. Twelve-year-old Carlos is the latest arrival to Santa Lucia School, an imposing stone building that shelters the orphans of the Republican militia and politicians during the last days of the Spanish Civil War.

DAYS AND NIGHTS IN THE FOREST

Adapted from Sunil Gangopadhyay’s celebrated 1968 novel, DAYS AND NIGHTS IN THE FOREST is one of director Satyajit Ray’s greatest achievements, a modern search for connection that conjures the timeless resonance of a folktale. This new 4K restoration includes a recorded introduction by filmmaker Wes Anderson.

THE RED SPECTACLES

In a dystopian near-future Japan, law and order is enforced by a brutal paramilitary police unit known as the Kerberos Panzer Cops. A philosophical blend of film noir, political allegory and existential mystery, THE RED SPECTACLES is a visually striking black comedy that meditates on justice, memory and the cost of loyalty.

STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDIscience fiction

The cliffhangers and conflicts of STAR WARS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK are resolved in a most satisfying fashion in the climactic finale to the original STAR WARS saga.

STAR WARS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACKscience fiction

With a richer story, more complex themes and a darker tone than STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE, this is the gold standard for blockbuster sequels. Three years after the destruction of the Death Star, the Rebel Alliance is dealt a stunning blow by the evil Empire on the ice planet Hoth.

STAR WARS: A NEW HOPEscience fiction

The original that started it all follows Luke Skywalker as he teams with Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi, cocky pilot Han Solo, a Wookiee and two droids to save the galaxy and rescue Princess Leia from the evil Darth Vader.

THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2comedy

Miranda Priestly's struggle against Emily Charlton, her former assistant turned rival executive, as they compete for advertising revenue amidst declining print media while Miranda nears retirement.

DAYS AND NIGHTS IN THE FOREST

Adapted from Sunil Gangopadhyay’s celebrated 1968 novel, DAYS AND NIGHTS IN THE FOREST is one of director Satyajit Ray’s greatest achievements, a modern search for connection that conjures the timeless resonance of a folktale. This new 4K restoration includes a recorded introduction by filmmaker Wes Anderson.

THE DEVIL'S BACKBONE

This stylish and unpredictable supernatural chiller from director Guillermo del Toro deftly mixes horror, suspense and dark humor. Twelve-year-old Carlos is the latest arrival to Santa Lucia School, an imposing stone building that shelters the orphans of the Republican militia and politicians during the last days of the Spanish Civil War.

STAR WARS: A NEW HOPEscience fiction

The original that started it all follows Luke Skywalker as he teams with Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi, cocky pilot Han Solo, a Wookiee and two droids to save the galaxy and rescue Princess Leia from the evil Darth Vader.

STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDIscience fiction

The cliffhangers and conflicts of STAR WARS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK are resolved in a most satisfying fashion in the climactic finale to the original STAR WARS saga.

STAR WARS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACKscience fiction

With a richer story, more complex themes and a darker tone than STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE, this is the gold standard for blockbuster sequels. Three years after the destruction of the Death Star, the Rebel Alliance is dealt a stunning blow by the evil Empire on the ice planet Hoth.

One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventurechildren

Join Big Bird and Elmo as they explore the night sky with Hu Hu Zhu, a Muppet from "Zhima Jie," the Chinese co-production of Sesame Street.

THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2comedy

Miranda Priestly's struggle against Emily Charlton, her former assistant turned rival executive, as they compete for advertising revenue amidst declining print media while Miranda nears retirement.

THE DEVIL'S BACKBONE

This stylish and unpredictable supernatural chiller from director Guillermo del Toro deftly mixes horror, suspense and dark humor. Twelve-year-old Carlos is the latest arrival to Santa Lucia School, an imposing stone building that shelters the orphans of the Republican militia and politicians during the last days of the Spanish Civil War.

AMERICAN DREAM (1990)documentary

Winner of the 1991 Academy Award® for Best Documentary Feature, Barbara Kopple’s AMERICAN DREAM unflinchingly details the explosive 1985–86 labor strike against Hormel Foods in Austin, Minnesota, a city ripped apart in the tumult.

NO OTHER CHOICE

Based on Donald E. Westlake’s novel “The Ax,” the latest film from South Korean master Park Chan-wook is a biting dark satire about Man-su (Lee Byung-hun), a man abruptly laid off from the paper company he loyally served for 25 years.

THE RED SPECTACLES

In a dystopian near-future Japan, law and order is enforced by a brutal paramilitary police unit known as the Kerberos Panzer Cops. A philosophical blend of film noir, political allegory and existential mystery, THE RED SPECTACLES is a visually striking black comedy that meditates on justice, memory and the cost of loyalty.

STAND BY ME (1986)

Four 12-year-olds journey to find the dead body of a missing local boy in rural Oregon during the summer of 1959.

PROJECT HAIL MARY in 70mmsci-fi drama

Based on Andy Weir’s (THE MARTIAN) novel of the same name, PROJECT HAIL MARY is an exhilarating space adventure set in the near future.

THE DEPARTEDcrime drama

Martin Scorsese’s reworking of Hong Kong hit INFERNAL AFFAIRS became his biggest critical success, winning Academy Awards® for Best Picture, Director, Adapted Screenplay and Editing.

BILLIE EILISH - HIT ME HARD AND SOFT: THE TOUR (LIVE IN 3D)documentary

Experience cinema like never before with Billie Eilish's sold-out world tour, captured in immersive 3D. Directed by Academy Award® winners James Cameron and Billie Eilish, this innovative concert experience comes to the big screen.

CHARADE (1963)

CHARADE was a critical and box-office smash for director Stanley Donen, seamlessly mixing romantic comedy with a thriller. In their only pairing, Grant and Hepburn redefine charm and sophistication amid witty remarks, frantic chases and the most romantic boat ride in history.

Roman Holidayromance

Overwhelmed by her suffocating schedule, touring European princess Ann (Audrey Hepburn) takes off for a night while in Rome. When a sedative she took from her doctor kicks in, however, she falls asleep on a park bench and is found by an American reporter, Joe Bradley (Gregory Peck),who takes her back to his apartment for safety.

A MIGHTY WINDcomedy

Director Christopher Guest and co-writer Eugene Levy bring their trademark deadpan humor to this mockumentary about aging folk singers reassembled for a stage tribute to their now-deceased manager. The ensemble cast includes Levy and Catherine O’Hara as the iconic duo Mitch & Mickey.

Set in DC Film Festival | Set in DC Festival de cinefilm festival

Sitar Arts Center is excited to present its 2026 Set in DC Film Festival, “The Unknown: Inspiring Transformation During Times of Uncertainty.” Films will be shown from 6-8 p.m. Light refreshments will be served.

ASHES AND DIAMONDSwar drama

Andrzej Wajda’s early masterpiece is set on the last day of World War II and the first day of peace — and, between them, a night that changes everything.

STAND BY ME (1986)

Four 12-year-olds journey to find the dead body of a missing local boy in rural Oregon during the summer of 1959.

PROJECT HAIL MARY in 70mmsci-fi drama

Based on Andy Weir’s (THE MARTIAN) novel of the same name, PROJECT HAIL MARY is an exhilarating space adventure set in the near future.

THE DEPARTEDcrime drama

Martin Scorsese’s reworking of Hong Kong hit INFERNAL AFFAIRS became his biggest critical success, winning Academy Awards® for Best Picture, Director, Adapted Screenplay and Editing.