Olympia Film Society

06/20/2026

A new 4K restoration of The Secret World of Arrietty opens at the Capitol Theater on July 5

Children 12 and under receive free admission!

The Secret World of Arrietty is a gorgeous and adventure-filled adaptation of Mary Norton's The Borrowers, one of the most beloved children's books of all time, directed by Academy Award-nominee Hiromasa Yonebayashi.

"Studio Ghibli and Arrietty have a way of taking you where you may not expect, whether you're scrambling through rooms as large as canyons or clambering into the safety of an outstretched hand, a simple gesture that says it all." - Manohla Dargis, New York Times

https://www.olympiafilmsociety.org/movie/ofs-kids-club-the-secret-world-of-arrietty---free-for-children-12-and-under

06/19/2026

The Films of Sarah Jacobson open at the Capitol Theater on July 1

A double feature of I WAS A TEENAGE SERIAL KILLER + MARY JANE'S NOT A VIRGIN ANYMORE!

Sarah Jacobson's punk-spirited DIY films from the 1990s combine B-movie aesthetics and riot grrrl feminism, standing as a testament to the vision, determination, and raw talent of the Queen of Underground Cinema.

Mary Jane's Not a Virgin Anymore, Jacobson's only feature film, is a vibrant and vital antidote to every phony Hollywood teen picture, bringing lo-fi realness to the coming-of-age genre. I Was a Teenage Serial Killer, a 27-minute short, is Slacker meets Valerie Solanas, as a 19-year-old woman responds to catcalls, condescension, and bad s*x the only way she knows how: murder.

Taking on every major function from production through distribution, Sarah Jacobson proved herself as a sh*t-kicker and rule-breaker, finding fans in filmmakers Allison Anders (Gas Food Lodging) and Tamra Davis (Crossroads), as well as Kim Gordon of Sonic Youth.

https://www.olympiafilmsociety.org/movie/reel-oddities-the-films-of-sarah-jacobson

06/17/2026

Backrooms makes its Capitol Theater debut on July 2

"A triumph of cinematography, editing, production design and visual effects, you almost wonder whether Parsons may have ventured into the real backrooms to shoot his film." - Chase Hutchinson, Seattle Times

"An atmospheric freakout..." - Owen Gleiberman, Variety

"...a deliciously unnerving and accomplished film from a very young filmmaker." - Colleen Morrissey, Chicago Reader

https://www.olympiafilmsociety.org/movie/backrooms/

06/14/2026

06/13/2026

Twin Peaks: The Missing Pieces screens tonight at 7pm 🪵

Sheryl Lee returns to the Capitol Theater for a special post-film Q&A

A limited number of show posters will be available for purchase at the screening! Illustrated by Pat Moriarity, there will only be 50 for sale 🥧

Co-presented with the American Cinematheque, 'Bleak Week: Cinema of Despair' is an annual film festival showcasing some of the greatest works of cinema from across the globe that venture into the darkest sides of humanity and the bleakest points in human history. The fifth annual edition in June 2026 expands to nearly 100 theaters across the U.S., Canada, U.K. and South and Central America, with each venue presenting its own original curated lineup of uncompromising films defined by unpleasant truths and raw empathy.

Win special raffle prizes at the screening thanks to our friends at Wicked Pies, The Washington Center for the Performing Arts, Orca Books Co-op, Showbox Presents, STG Presents, Browsers Bookshop, Awlknight Entertainment, Ilk Beer, RevMo Choppers and Coffee, Legends Arcade, and Lolli Llama Candy!!

https://www.olympiafilmsociety.org/movie/bleak-week-twin-peaks-the-missing-pieces-post-film-qa-w-sheryl-lee

06/13/2026

New Ecological Shorts screen on June 20 as part of The Portland EcoFilm Festival 🐦‍⬛

The Portland EcoFilm Festival presents a program of six new ecological short films from around the living world, selected from our Expansive Ecological Imagination, More Than Human, and Indigenous Voices programs. Includes the winners of our curation community's 2026 Best Short Film and Best Conservation Film Awards.

From 6/19 - 6/21, experience the best new environmental, Indigenous, and place-based stories from around the living world. The Olympia Film Society is proud to co-present these carefully curated and award-winning titles at the Capitol Theater.

https://www.olympiafilmsociety.org/movie/the-portland-ecofilm-festival-presents-new-ecological-shorts

06/12/2026

A special screening of Barb & Star Go to Vista Del Mar takes place at the Capitol Theater on August 17 🍹

Put on your culottes and join the Olympia Film Society for a special fundraiser screening of the cult comedy hit Barb & Star Go to Vista Del Mar! Released during the pandemic and largely denied a traditional theatrical run, this wildly funny, endlessly quotable film has since earned a devoted following as a modern cult classic. Follow best friends Barb and Star as they leave their small Midwestern town for the vacation of a lifetime, where friendship, romance, musical numbers, and absurd adventure await in sunny Vista Del Mar.

This one-night-only fundraiser is your chance to experience this beloved comedy the way it deserves to be seen; on the big screen with fellow fans. Admission is $20 per person and includes a free popcorn, plus we'll be serving a special "Buried Treasure" drink inspired by the film. Costumes are strongly encouraged, so break out your brightest resort attire, boldest culottes, and most vacation-ready looks. All proceeds support the Olympia Film Society and help keep independent film, live events, and community arts thriving in Olympia.

https://www.olympiafilmsociety.org/movie/barb-star-go-to-vista-del-mar-an-ofs-fundraiser/

06/11/2026

Twin Peaks: The Missing Pieces screens on June 13 🪵

We're excited to share that Sheryl Lee will be at the Capitol Theater for a special post-film Q&A

Co-presented with the American Cinematheque, 'Bleak Week: Cinema of Despair' is an annual film festival showcasing some of the greatest works of cinema from across the globe that venture into the darkest sides of humanity and the bleakest points in human history. The fifth annual edition in June 2026 expands to nearly 100 theaters across the U.S., Canada, U.K. and South and Central America, with each venue presenting its own original curated lineup of uncompromising films defined by unpleasant truths and raw empathy.

Win special raffle prizes at the screening thanks to our friends at Orca Books Co-op, Showbox Presents, STG Presents, Browsers Bookshop, Awlknight Entertainment, Wicked Pies, The Washington Center for the Performing Arts, Ilk Beer, RevMo Choppers and Coffee, Legends Arcade, and Lolli Llama!!

https://www.olympiafilmsociety.org/bleak-week-2026

06/11/2026

To the West, in Zapata screens on June 19 as part of The Portland EcoFilm Festival

The Portland EcoFilm Festival presents a very special screening of their 2026 Black Merlin (Grand Prize) Award-winning film, David Bim's stirring documentary about a family's closeness and struggle in rural Cuba, To the West, in Zapata.

From 6/19 - 6/21, experience the best new environmental, Indigenous, and place-based stories from around the living world. The Olympia Film Society is proud to co-present these carefully curated and award-winning titles at the Capitol Theater.

https://www.olympiafilmsociety.org/movie/the-portland-ecofilm-festival-presents-to-the-west-in-zapata

06/10/2026

Thank you to all who came out to reminisce with us Sunday! More photos coming soon and details on how to stay connected moving forward 🌟