Film Independent Members, you and a guest are invited to join us for a theatrical screening of Will & Harper, followed by an in-person conversation with director Josh Greenbaum,, moderated by Jazz Tangcay (Sr. Artisans Editor, Variety).

While all Film Independent Members are invited to this special screening, Forum pass holders do not need to register separately to attend.

Only pass holders have access to everything on offer at this year’s Forum, taking place September 27–28. If you haven’t already, get your pass today!
 
Two years ago, Will Ferrell was filming a movie when he received a most surprising email: his dear friend of nearly 30 years was coming out to him as a trans woman. That friend was Harper Steele, a writer he met on his first day at Saturday Night Live back in 1995. From that fateful first meeting in the halls of 30 Rock, Will knew he had found a match made in comedy, and their friendship and creative partnership would only continue to grow over the next 3 decades. In this intimate, honest and heartfelt documentary, Will and Harper hit the open road together to process this new stage of their friendship and reintroduce Harper to the country that she loves – this time, as herself. Over 16 days, the two drive from New York to LA, visiting stops that are meaningful to them, to their friendship, and to America. Through laughter, tears, and many cans of Pringles, they push past their comfort zones as they re-examine their relationships to these spaces, and to each other, in this new light.

Will & Harper was a selection of the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, the 2024 Telluride Film Festival, and the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival.

 
2024, 114 minutes, color | Directed by Josh Greenbaum| Featuring Harper Steele, Will Ferrell | Produced by Rafael Marmor, Will Ferrell, Jessica Elbaum, Josh Greenbaum, Christopher Leggett | Executive Produced by Justin Baldoni, Andrew Calof, Jamey Heath, Steve Sarowitz
 

Registration Information

Film Lover Members are guaranteed access to, and receive priority entry at this event. Arts Circle Members are guaranteed access, and receive both priority entry and reserved seating. Email membership@filmindependent.org for more.

All Film Independent Members can register for this event starting at 10:00 am on Wednesday, September 11. | Registration is free; one registration transaction per Membership. | Proof of Member status is required to complete registration.
 

Tickets/Parking

On the day of the event, registered Members may pick up tickets as early as 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time – look for Film Independent signage. Tickets are nontransferable and for general, unreserved theater seating only (except for Arts Circle Members). Attendees must be in their seat(s) at least 15 minutes prior to the advertised start time or seat(s) may be released. Entry/seating will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests may not enter the venue without the Member who registered them present. Registration does not guarantee entry, even with a ticket in hand.

Masks are optional. This is subject to change as we continue to monitor public health guidance.

The DGA provides several levels of free, secure underground parking on site.
 

Accessibility

A version of the film with open captions will be screened simultaneously in DGA 2.

Film Independent is committed to hosting events that are accessible. For inquiries regarding accessibility, or to request an accommodation, please contact us at accessibility@filmindependent.org or 323 556 9305.
 

Screening Policies

Availability window and registration capacity may vary; always register as early as possible. Limit one registration per Membership, per event.

Members are required to follow all rules and guidelines as laid out by Film Independent and/or its partners. If a guest has been registered for an event by a Member, these policies shall apply to that guest. Violation of policies may result in suspension or termination of Membership.

Event details and guest participation are subject to change or cancellation without prior notice.