You may not expect to find a Swiftie among men serving life sentences for murder at a California state prison, but this is the first of many surprises in this touching film. As his case comes up for parole after 21 years, Joe Garcia wrestles with remorse for his crime while finding new hope in pop lyrics.

The first screening will be followed by a Q&A with director Jon Kasbe, producer Zoe Rogovin, and protagonist Joe Garcia.

All in-person screening venues provide sound amplification headphones upon request with venue management. IFC Center can also provide a T-Coil loop for compatible devices.

Director: Jon Kasbe
Producer: Jon Kasbe, Zoe Rogovin
Executive Producer: Chris Smith, Stacey Smith, Ty Stiklorius, Jon Liebman
Cinematographer: Jon Kasbe, Nicholas Kraus, Leo Maco, Nate Hurtseller, David Bolen, Rob Gourley
Editor: Jeff Gilbert (ACE)
Composer: Nathan Halpern
Language: English
Year: 2026
Publicist: Ryan Mazie, Ryan Mazie PR

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In-Person Date

Friday, November 13, 2026 3:30 PM

Venue

IFC Center


Online Dates

Wednesday, November 11 - Sunday, November 29, 2026

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Online Screening

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The first screening will be followed by a Q&A with director Yael Bridge, producers Yoni Golijov, Mars Verrone, and Jeremy Flood, and protagonist Antonio Rosario.

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The first screening will be followed by a Q&A with director William D. Caballero and producer Erin Ploss-Campoamor.

All in-person screening venues provide sound amplification headphones upon request with venue management. IFC Center can also provide a T-Coil loop for compatible devices.

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The first screening will be followed by a Q&A with director/producer Sasha Waters.

All in-person screening venues provide sound amplification headphones upon request with venue management. IFC Center can also provide a T-Coil loop for compatible devices.

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The first screening will be followed by a Q&A with director Daniel Lombroso and producer Kerry Mack.

All in-person screening venues provide sound amplification headphones upon request with venue management. IFC Center can also provide a T-Coil loop for compatible devices.

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The first screening will be followed by a Q&A with director/producer Tasha Van Zandt and producer Sebastian Zeck.

All in-person screening venues provide sound amplification headphones upon request with venue management. IFC Center can also provide a T-Coil loop for compatible devices.