Arts Circle, Film Lover and Secret (shhh…) Members, you and a guest are invited to Programmers’ Picks, a curated screening series taking place at the Film Independent Theater. Make sure to take advantage of your exclusive priority registration window, after which all Film Independent Members will have the opportunity to register.

Join us for Bob Trevino Likes It, followed by an in-person conversation with writer/director Tracie Laymon, and actors Lauren “Lolo” Spencer and Barbie Ferreira.

Bob Trevino Likes It is inspired by the true friendship that writer/director Tracie Laymon found with a stranger in real life, while looking for her father online. Often playing the role of caretaker to people like her father, who should be caring for her, Lily Trevino longs for familial connection. When her father, Robert, finally checks out of her life, Lily looks for him on the internet. She tries to “friend” a man she believes is her father on Facebook. But instead of finding Robert Trevino, she finds Bob Trevino instead. Bob works long hours at a construction company to support his wife Jeanie’s elaborate scrapbooking habit. The couple has endured a lot in the past decade, and Bob has prioritized his wife’s healing to the point of ignoring his own feelings and sense of loneliness. When Bob gets an unexpected Facebook message from a stranger named Lily Trevino, he discerns she needs a friend as much as he does. Lily and Bob’s blossoming friendship becomes a vital source of connection and healing for both, holding the power to change each of their lives forever.

Winner of an astounding thirteen film festival audience awards, Bob Trevino Likes It retains the optimism that big tech can still provide human connection and that true friendship is a powerful kind of love and perhaps the family we need most in today’s world. The film premiered at SXSW in 2024, winning both the Grand Jury Award and Audience Award in the Narrative Feature Competition.

From Roadside Attractions, Bob Trevino Likes It will be released in select theaters on March 21.

Beverages will be served prior to the screening, starting at 7:00 pm PT.

 
2024, 102 minutes, color | Written and Directed by Tracie Laymon | Produced by Tracie Laymon, Sean Mullin, Edgar Rosa, Felipe Dieppa | Executive Produced by Carl Effenson, Mike Sobiloff, Peter Sobiloff, Kirk D’Amico, Kevin D. Forester, Matthew Helderman, Luke Taylor, Erich Hoeber, Dale Holdren, Rose Stewart Holdren, Barbie Ferreira, John Leguizamo
 

Registration Information

For information about Arts Circle, learn more, or contact Jennifer Murby at jmurby@filmindependent.org.

Film Independent Arts Circle, Film Lover and Secret Members can register for this event starting at 10:00 am on Friday, February 14. | Registration is free; one registration 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 one hour 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.

Complimentary parking provided with validation. Garage entrance on Masselin.
 

Accessibility

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.