08 - August

National Roller Coaster Day | Cultural Events | Aug 16

Amusement park fans know that roller coasters provide the highest “wow” factor. August 16th is National Roller Coaster Day, a wonderful time to take a ride on a coaster and get that thrill a minute just like when you were a kid! Adults can relive a child’s anticipation of a slow, rickety climb way, way ….

Bobi Wine Making Live Appearance During Bobi Wine: The People's President Screening Series (2023) | Film Screening Series, Panel Discussions | Jul 28 - Aug 5, 2023

The documentary Bobi Wine: The People’s President starts Friday, July 28, 2023 at IFC Center in New York City. Special Q&As are scheduled to take place with the film’s subjects Bobi Wine and Barbie Kyagulanyi, along with directors Moses Bwayo and Christopher Sharp, during the 7:05pm screenings on Friday, Jul 28th and Saturday, the 29th. ….

Painkiller (2023) | Streaming/VOD Premiere | Aug 10, 2023

The drama Painkiller explores the causes and consequences of America’s opioid epidemic, following its perpetrators, victims and an investigator seeking the truth. The series stars Uzo Aduba, Matthew Broderick, West Duchovny, Dina Shihabi, Taylor Kitsch, Sam Anderson, Carolina Bartczak, Jack Mulhern, Ana Cruz Kayne, Brian Markinson, John Rothman, John Ales, Johnny Sneed, Noah Harpster, Darrin ….

LSC After Dark: Malibu Beach Party (2023) | Experiences, Parties | Aug 17, 2023

Liberty Science Center hosts 21+ nights every First and Third Thursday of the month, with special themes on the Third Thursday. At LSC After Dark, you’ll rock out to laser shows set to your favorite music, journey through space in the country’s biggest planetarium, explore immersive exhibits, enjoy delicious drinks and bites outside at Bones’ ….

Dark Windows (2023) | Streaming/VOD Premiere, U.S. Theatrical Releases | Aug 18, 2023

Dark Windows centers on teenagers, Monica (Annie Hamilton), Tilly (Anna Bullard), Peter (Rory Alexander) and Allison (Grace Binford Sheene) and begins as the group is involved in a car crash. Allison dies from her injuries and her uncle confronts the group, blaming them for her death, during Allison’s funeral. Monica suggests that they get out ….

City of the Living Dead (1980) | Italian Theatrical Releases | Aug 11, 1980

The death of a priest causes a chain reaction that begins The End of Days. The only hope lies in a jaded reporter (Christopher George) and the psychic (Catriona MacColl) he saved from being buried alive. The two set off for Dunwich, New England to shut the gates of hell before it’s too late and ….

Rub (2023) | Streaming/VOD Premiere | Aug 1, 2023

Written and directed by Christopher Fox, RUB centers on Neal (Micah Spayer), a lonely everyman. He meets Lola (Jennifer Figuereo), a sex worker with whom he forms an unlikely bond after visiting a massage parlor at the suggestion of a co-worker. In the process, Neal’s life changes in ways he never would have imagined. Westley ….

Movie-Con (2009) | Film Festivals, Pop Culture Conventions | Aug 15 - Aug 16, 2009

Empire Magazine and the BFI teamed up in 2009 to present an event called Movie-Con, a weekend of special events, genre film screenings and activities. Empire Magazine’s Movie-Con also featured exclusive footage from San Diego Comic-Con’s famed Hall H film panels. The event also featured surprise preview screenings, along with special guests, movie-related prizes and ….

Las Vegas Market (2023) | Trade Shows | Jul 30 - Aug 3, 2023

Las Vegas Market offers buyers, designers and exhibitors an efficient, effective and compelling market experience. Located on a world-class, state-of-the-art campus, LVMKT provides thousands of cross-category furniture, gift and home decor resources, as well as access to quality accommodations, dining, and recreation.

Japan Cuts Festival of New Japanese Film (2023) | Film Festivals | Jul 26 - Aug 6, 2023

Japan Society presents the 16th annual Japan Cuts: Festival of New Japanese Film, the largest festival of its kind. From July 26 – Aug 6, 2023, this year’s Japan Cuts features over 25 films from major blockbusters to indie darlings, spanning narratives, documentaries, experimental and short films, and anime. This year’s festival marks its long-awaited ….

The Collective (2023) | Streaming/VOD Premiere | Aug 4, 2023

The Collective refers to a mysterious agency of assassins. Their new recruit, Sam Alexander (Lucas Till), discovers a dangerous human trafficking group during his first assignment and finds himself going rogue. Directed by Tom DeNucci, The Collective stars Lucas Till, Ruby Rose, Tyrese Gibson, Don Johnson, Mercedes Varnado, Paul Ben-Victor, John Fiore, Julia Terranova, Levon ….