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SFFILM Presents A24’s Club Kid with 35MM Pre-Release Screening at San Francisco’s Castro Theatre
Writer, Director, and Star Jordan Firstman will appear in person for a post-screening conversation
San Francisco, CA—September 22, 2026—Today, SFFILM announced the next special event of its fall film season: Jordan Firstman’s Club Kid. The talk of the Cannes Film Festival, Club Kid was acquired by A24 following its premiere. The film follows Peter, (Firstman), a hard-partying New York City club promoter whose whirlwind lifestyle is upended by the arrival of the 10-year-old son he never knew he had. SFFILM will present the film on a 35mm print on Monday, November 2, at 7:00 pm at The Castro Theatre, with Firstman appearing in person for a post-screening conversation about the film.
Anne Lai, SFFILM’s Executive Director said, “One of the most exciting things we do at SFFILM is to introduce bold new filmmakers to eager and welcoming audiences. There is not a more fitting place than the iconic Castro Theatre to welcome Jordan Firstman with his feature directorial debut. For decades, gathering to see movies at The Castro has been at the heart of San Francisco’s queer culture and history. We can’t wait to share Club Kid at this cinema sanctuary for what’s sure to become one for the ages.”
“Club Kid is an exhilarating introduction to Jordan Firstman as a filmmaker, with a world that feels completely specific and wonderfully alive,” said Jessie Fairbanks, SFFILM’s Director of Programming. “The anarchic humor, incredible ensemble, and unexpected tenderness make this a distinctive film, elevated by needle drops that are thrillingly precise to the characters, culture, and emotional landscape of the story. Bay Area audiences will be treated to a 35mm print, a rare and special way to experience a night at the movies.”
SFFILM Presents is the place for singular films and thoughtful, entertaining on-stage conversations with world-class talent moderated by SFFILM’s programming experts. Special events run throughout the fall with the next program announcement set for September 30. SFFILM and the Jewish Community Center of San Francisco will host a 50th concert anniversary screening of Martin Scorsese’s The Last Waltz on October 21. The 12th Doc Stories, SFFILM’s annual fall festival featuring the year’s most vital nonfiction films, runs November 5–8. That program will be announced on October 14.
ABOUT THE FILM
A hard-partying New York City club promoter sees his whirlwind lifestyle upended by the arrival of the 10-year-old son he never knew he had. Written and directed by Jordan Firstman. Starring Jordan Firstman, Cara Delevingne, Diego Calva, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Reggie Absolom, and Colleen Camp. Opens in select cities on November 6, 2026.
SUPPORTERS + SPONSORS
Support for SFFILM’s year-round programming is made possible by our Board of Directors, whose leadership and generosity empower artists, audiences, and the future of independent film.
This program is made possible with generous support from A24.
TICKETS + MEMBER BENEFITS
Tickets will go on sale to SFFILM Members on Tuesday September 22, at 10 am at sffilm.org. The online box offices will open to the general public on Thursday September 24, at 10 am. Ticket prices for General Admission are $35, and $30 for SFFILM Members. Senior, student, and ADA are $32. All tickets are subject to a $1.50 service fee.
VENUE
SFFILM Presents Club Kid will take place on Monday, November 2, at 7:00 pm at The Castro Theatre, located at 429 Castro Street in San Francisco.
To learn more about their accessibility resources, parking, and transit, go to https://thecastro.com/venue-info/parking-directions/
ACCESSIBILITY
SFFILM is committed to providing accessible experiences at all events, whether in-person or online. Event pages will be updated with accessibility information as it becomes available, which may be after tickets go on sale. sffilm.org/accessibility
The ground floor of The Castro Theatre is ADA accessible. Closed captioning and audio description are not available at 35mm screenings. To request ADA accommodations, contact ada@sffilm.org.
For more information about accessibility at specific venues or programs, please visit sffilm.org/accessibility or contact ada@sffilm.org.
ABOUT SFFILM
For nearly 70 years, SFFILM has been transforming the world through the creativity and inspiration of film. As the Bay Area’s premier film institution since 1957, SFFILM cultivates an enduring and vibrant film culture, expertly connecting singular storytellers with passionate audiences. With world-class festivals, accessible youth programs, and robust filmmaker support, SFFILM champions cinema as a force for connection, creativity, and change. Our annual film festivals include the San Francisco International Film Festival and Doc Stories. The SFFILM Presents series and Family programming give Bay Area audiences early, exclusive access to film events all year. SFFILM’s youth Education program empowers over 15,000 local students and educators with learning opportunities that foster media literacy, global citizenship, and a lifelong love of movies. And, SFFILM propels the careers of independent filmmakers from the Bay Area and beyond through vital grants, residencies, and diverse creative development services in our Artist Development initiative.
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