Glenwood Arts

Ballot Theft by Gary Jenkins utilizes insights from local historians, headlines from the Kansas City Star, and recovered audio and video to unravel an election fraud story in Kansas City. Viewers discover how President Harry Truman enlisted his old political ally, Jim Pendergast, to secure a 1946 primary defeat for an uncooperative 5th District Congressman. This request inadvertently led to members of the Kansas City Organized Crime family blowing a safe, stealing ballots, murdering a witness, and covering up their crimes. Shooting Back in Time: The Union Station Massacre by Terence O’Malley Explores the infamous Kansas City Union Station Massacre, where lawmen escorting a captured escaped convict back to Leavenworth prison, became the target of a violent ambush by gangsters. The film delves into the intricate web of connections among the Pendergast political machine, organized crime, and the gangsters who found haven in Kansas City. It also highlights the role of J. Edgar Hoover's FBI in seeking justice, an effort that not only transformed Kansas City but also had a lasting impact on law enforcement across the United States. Tickets - $10 / Day Of Show - $12 / Festival Pass - $50

Eric Campos/Chris Gore FILMTHREAT "It’s not every serial killer film that’s presented by James Ellroy. That’s why this one grabs your attention immediately. For those interested in serial killers, this is like getting that one gym coach in high school that was worth it while all the others were rubbish – you sit up and pay close attention. In the opening moments of Benjamin Meade’s latest film, Ellroy greets the viewer and presents the case of one Bob Berdella, a man in Kansas City who was convicted of torturing and killing six young men in the mid-eighties. In a way it’s a stamp of approval. This will be a story to take note of. And it is, even though it really is the story of another sick person who gets off by performing hideous misdeeds upon people he’s attracted to. But what really sets this story apart from the pack is the way it’s presented here. Those of you that know Ben Meade’s work know to expect something out of the ordinary and “Bazaar Bizarre” does not spoil those expectations. This is the most creative, and successful, re-telling of a true crime that I’ve ever seen. If you’re sick of all the lame true crime serial killer flicks clogging your space that are essentially dull TV movies with boobs, blood and bad words, then you’re advised to check out “Bazaar Bizarre.” It provides creativity in a genre of film that has long since run dry of imagination." Tickets - $10 / Day Of Show - $12 / Festival Pass - $50

Brothers Against Brothers: The Civella Spero War by Gary Jenkins delves into the intense mob conflict that set Kansas City Mob boss Nick Civella and his brother Carl "Cork" Civella against the four "Young Turks": Nick, Mike, Joe, and Carl Spero. The film features firsthand accounts from insiders, detailing the participants' bomb plots and bar raids, providing a gripping look into this violent chapter of mob history. Advance Tickets - $10 / Day Of Show - $12 / Festival Pass - $50

Five years in production, this is the most extensive film ever made about one of the greatest artists of all time – Caravaggio. Featuring masterpiece after masterpiece and with first-hand testimony from the artist himself on the eve of his mysterious disappearance, this beautiful new film reveals Caravaggio as never before. Caravaggio’s masterpieces are some of art’s most instantly recognisable. No one else uses his signature blend of dramatic light, intense naturalism and bold, striking figures. His incredible paintings have captivated audiences for centuries. But there lies a deeper mystery — one that still beckons us to explore. What do these masterpieces reveal about the man behind the brush? Join us as we explore the intriguing clues that help us to finally understand the life – and death – of this remarkable man. Tickets: Advance - $10 / Day Of Show - $12.

In 20th Century Studios’ “Ella McCay,” an idealistic young woman juggles her family and work life in a comedy about the people you love and how to survive them. Written and directed by Oscar® and Emmy Award® winner James L. Brooks (“As Good as It Gets,” “Terms of Endearment,” “Broadcast News,” “The Simpsons”), “Ella McCay” features an all-star cast including Emma Mackey, Jamie Lee Curtis, Jack Lowden, Kumail Nanjiani, Ayo Edebiri, Spike Fearn, Rebecca Hall, Julie Kavner, Becky Ann Baker, Joey Brooks with Albert Brooks and Woody Harrelson. The film is produced by James L. Brooks, p.g.a., Richard Sakai, p.g.a., Julie Ansell, p.g.a., Jennifer Brooks.

From Academy Award® winning writer/director Chloé Zhao, HAMNET tells the powerful love story that inspired the creation of Shakespeare’s timeless masterpiece, Hamlet.

Famous movie star Jay Kelly and his devoted manager, Ron, embark on an unexpectedly profound journey through Europe. Along the way, both men confront the choices they've made, relationships with loved ones, and the legacies they'll leave behind.

Marty Mauser, a young man with a dream no one respects, goes to hell and back in pursuit of greatness.

Five-time Olivier Award winner Imelda Staunton (The Crown) joins forces with her real-life daughter Bessie Carter (Bridgerton) for the very first time, playing mother and daughter in Bernard Shaw’s incendiary moral classic. Vivie Warren is a woman ahead of her time. Her mother, however, is a product of that old patriarchal order. Exploiting it has earned Mrs. Warren a fortune – but at what cost? Filmed live from the West End, this new production reunites Staunton with director Dominic Cooke (Follies, Good), exploring the clash between morality and independence, traditions and progress. ADVANCE TICKETS $12 / DAY OF SHOW $15

Puppetry, magic and storytelling combine in a unique, Olivier Award-winning stage adaptation of the best-selling novel. After a cargo ship sinks in the middle of the vast Pacific Ocean, a 16-year-old boy named Pi is stranded on a lifeboat with four other survivors – a hyena, a zebra, an orangutan and a Royal Bengal tiger. Time is against them, nature is harsh, who will survive? Filmed live in London’s West End and featuring state-of-the-art visuals, the epic journey of endurance and hope is bought to life in a breath-taking new way for cinemas screens. ADVANCE TICKETS $12 / DAY OF SHOW $15

The Allies, led by the unyielding chief prosecutor, Robert H. Jackson (Michael Shannon), have the task of ensuring the Nazi regime answers for the unveiled horrors of the Holocaust while a US Army psychiatrist (Rami Malek) is locked in a dramatic psychological duel with former Reichsmarschall Herman Göring (Russell Crowe).

A lonely, down and out American actor living in Tokyo starts working for a Japanese "rental family" company to play various stand-in roles in other people's lives. Along the way, he discovers unexpected joys within his built-in family.

Sisters Nora and Agnes reunite with their estranged father, the charismatic Gustav, a once-renowned director who offers stage actress Nora a role in what he hopes will be his comeback film. When Nora turns it down, she soon discovers he has given her part to an eager young Hollywood star. Suddenly, the two sisters must navigate their complicated relationship with their father — and deal with an American star dropped right in the middle of their complex family dynamics.

St. Peter’s and the Papal Basilicas of Rome takes you on a journey through the four Papal Basilicas in Rome and their treasures: St. Peter's (one of the 25 destinations most visited by international tourists from all over the world), St. John in the Lateran, St. Mary Major and St. Paul Outside the Walls. Four majestic buildings – each with a precious papal altar, each a treasure trove of timeless works of art and a destination for millions of travelers and pilgrims over the centuries. Tickets: Advance - $10 / Day Of Show - $12.

Tom and Harry: The Boss and the President by Terence O’Malley explores the complex relationship between Harry Truman and Tom Pendergast. This documentary reveals the true story behind the corrupt Pendergast Political Machine and how it played a crucial role in Truman's political rise. It delves into Truman's unwavering loyalty to Boss Tom, shedding light on the political landscape of the era and the intricate ties between power and corruption. Tickets - $10 / Day Of Show - $12 / Festival Pass - $50

Two of Britain’s greatest painters, J.M.W. Turner and John Constable were also the greatest of rivals. Born within a year of each other, both used landscape painting to reflect the changing world around them. Tate Britain is bringing these two greats together for a groundbreaking exhibition, in London from November 2025 to April 2026, and Exhibition on Screen once again has exclusive and privileged access to bring their extraordinary art and remarkable stories to the big screen in February so that you can enjoy both film and exhibition together. Discover unexpected sides to both artists with intimate views of sketchbooks and personal items and insights from leading experts. Tickets: Advance - $10 / Day Of Show - $12.

Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) returns for his most dangerous case yet in the third and darkest chapter of Rian Johnson’s murder mystery opus. Starring Daniel Craig, Josh O’Connor, Glenn Close, Josh Brolin, Mila Kunis, Jeremy Renner, Kerry Washington, Andrew Scott, Cailee Spaeny, Daryl McCormack, and Thomas Haden Church.