About us
This group is for people who love to go see independent films, new or old, foreign or domestic, and then, after the show, talk about the story, acting, editing, and meaning.
We'll try to have one film event scheduled once a month. We go to the Detroit Film Theatre at the Detroit Institute of Arts, Emagine Theatres, and AMC Theatres. There will be a gathering after each film to share our impressions and perhaps learn more about it.
The moving stories told by independent films live outside of mainstream big-budget movies and tell tales of hearts and minds that are seldom seen or appreciated by the masses.
Our members come from all ages, backgrounds, and locales. What we have in common is enjoying films that enrich and inspire us beyond the Hollywood fare. So please, join us!
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Upcoming events
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The 2026 Oscar-nominated Short Films: Animation and Live Action
Detroit Film Theatre, 5200 John R St, Detroit, MI, USThe 2026 Oscar-nominated Short Films: Animation and Live Action
Saturday, February 28th, 2026
The show starts at 7:00 pm.
Detroit Film Theatre
runtime is around 3 hours, including a 25-minute intermissionNominations for the 98th Academy Awards, including the Short Film categories (Live Action, Animated, and Documentary), will be announced on Thursday, January 22, 2026.
OUR MEETING SPOT at 6:15 pm: Upstairs in the Crystal Gallery Café
The DFT’s most popular annual program combines all the Academy Award nominees in both the short animation and short live action categories into one entertaining evening!
BUY YOUR TICKETS IN ADVANCE
Don't be disappointed if it sells out!An advance ticket purchase guarantees your admission.
General admission: $13 | Senior & Students $11
🎬 TICKETS | ☎️ Box Office: (313) 833-7900
A lighted, fenced parking lot is located across the street from the entrance to the Detroit Film Theatre on John R St., south of Kirby St. and north of Warren Ave. Parking is $7.
Map is here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/MskXzNNDQepdKNgX8
After the films, we will meet 6 blocks away at the HopCat bar and grill on Woodward for discussion, food, and drinks. directions here
NOTE: If you sign up and then have to change your RSVP, PLEASE do so AT LEAST one day before the event! Thank you for honoring this.
2026 Oscar-nominated Short Films List
Short Animated FilmsTBD
Intermission (25 mins) break in the Crystal Gallery Café.
Live Action Films
TBD
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