Please note…

This theatrical screening has reached its registration capacity*.
* Arts Circle Members can be added to the waiting list by emailing artscircle@filmindependent.org.

Join us for Booger, followed by an in-person conversation with writer/director Mary Dauterman and producer Lexi Tannenholtz.

Beverages will be served prior to the screening, starting at 7:00 pm PT.
 
Writer/director Mary Dauterman and producer Lexi Tannenholtz are Fellows of Film Independent’s Artist Development programs. The former took part in our Screenwriting Lab in 2024, and the latter in the 2022 Producing Lab; both participated in Fast Track in 2023. Lizzie Shapiro, executive producer, went through Fast Track in 2020 and the Producing Lab in 2017. In 2022, she received the Producers Award at the Film Independent Spirit Awards.

After her best friend Izzy unexpectedly dies in a bike accident, Anna struggles to put the pieces back together. Before she has a chance to process her friend’s death, Booger, Izzy’s cat, escapes the Brooklyn apartment they used to share. As she turns her already unstable life upside down looking for him, a gnarly cat bite results in terrifying and surprising physical changes. Anna must face her grief head on before it consumes her completely. Eerie and strange, Booger toes the line between cringe-comedy and tragedy, taking views on a gross, surprisingly sweet journey.

From Dark Sky Films, Booger will be released theatrically in New York (Quad Cinema) and Los Angeles (Laemmle’s Glendale) on September 13, and available to rent/own on digital.

 
2024, 78 minutes, color | Written by Mary Dauterman | Directed by Mary Dauterman | Main Cast Grace Glowicki, Garrick Bernard, Heather Matarazzo | Produced by Lexi Tannenholtz | Executive Produced by Tiffany Boyle, Tim Headington, Rhianon Jones, Preston Lee, Kathryn M. Moseley, Theresa Steele Page, Elsa Ramo, Lizzie Shapiro, Lauren Shelton
 

Registration Information

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

Arts Circle, Film Lover and Secret Members can register for this event starting at 12:00 am on Wednesday, August 28. | 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.