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A TOXIC DOUBLE FEATURE
FANGORIA in association with GARDENACINEMALATENIGHTS Presents: A TOXIC DOUBLE FEATURE - 8pm: MR. MELVIN “Mr. Melvin” is a title given to a reconstructed version of the original “Toxic Avenger” sequel. It combines footage from “The Toxic Avenger Part II” and “The Toxic Avenger Part III: The Last Temptation of Toxie” to restore the filmmakers’ original vision. 10pm: Lloyd Kaufman Q&A 10:45pm: THE TOXIC AVENGER (2025) "The Toxic Avenger" follows Winston Gooze, a janitor transformed into a superhero after being exposed to toxic waste. He must then fight against corporate greed and corruption to protect his loved ones and community.
CINEMA. CULTURA. COMUNIDAD.
CINEMA. CULTURA. COMUNIDAD. Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025 — 11am–10pm Gardena Cinema | 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. ️ Space is limited—grab your tickets now! Available at http://gardenacinema.eventbrite.com ABOUT THIS EVENT: MORE THAN A FESTIVAL—IT’S A MOVEMENT. Rooted in cultura, crafted in resistance, and stitched together with soul—Cinema. Cultura. Comunidad. activates the last single-screen movie house in South L.A. into a people’s plaza for one unforgettable day of dynamic films, delicious food, and community empowerment. The indoor/outdoor fiesta brings together bold stories by fiery Latinas, lowriders, celebrities, street food, daylong mercado with unique collectibles, live music, beer/wine bar, and resources for immigrant families. Come Support. Come Hungry. Come Together! PREMIERING: Backstreet to the American Dream Award-winning documentary on race, labor, and class in modern-day America. Championed by Jarritos and Executive Producer Dolores Huerta (Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient). 3 Blocks of Short Films Fierce, fresh work by fierce Latina filmmakers redefining indie cinema. Classic Cars + Lowriders Snap pics. Cop merch. Celebrate car culture. Live Poetry by Matt Sedillo & Iris de Anda ️ Goddess Mercado Pop-Up Latina artisans bring fashion, art, and handmade cultura. Movie Poster Pop-Up Get your movie memorabilia. Street Food Heaven Feel the heat. Taste the love. Beer & Wine Garden (21+) Sip, vibe, and toast to the immigrant hustle. Live Music. Community Resources. All Love. All Day. Dance, shop, get informed, and support immigrant families across Los Angeles County. WHY IT MATTERS: This is about visibility. This is about voice. This is about us. A portion of the proceeds will go to supporting grassroots immigrant-rights work on the frontlines. Bring your crew. Bring your cultura. Make some noise! ➔ Follow us on Instagram: @cinema_cultura_comunidad ===================================================================== SPANISH: INFORMACIÓN del EVENTO: CINEMA. CULTURA. COMUNIDAD. Sábado, 27 de septiembre de 2025 — 11am–10pm Gardena Cinema | 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. ️ ¡El cupo es limitado — consigue tus boletos hoy mismo! MÁS QUE UN FESTIVAL — ES UN MOVIMIENTO. Arraigado en la cultura, entrañado en la resistencia, y tejido con alma—Cinema. Cultura. Comunidad. reactiva el último cine de solamente una pantalla en el sur de L.A. y lo convierte en una plaza del pueblo para un día inolvidable de cine, comida deliciosa y poder comunitario. Esta fiesta interior/exterior reúne historias audaces de Latinas poderosas, lowriders, estrellas, antojitos, un mercado de día completo con piezas únicas, música en vivo, cerveza y vino, y recursos para familias inmigrantes. Ven a apoyar. Ven con apetito. ¡Acompáñanos! ESTRENO: Callejón al Sueño Americano Documental galardonado que explora la raza, el trabajo y la clase en la América actual. Apoyado por Jarritos y la Productora Ejecutiva Dolores Huerta (galardonada con la Medalla Presidencial de la Libertad). 3 Bloques de Cortometrajes Obras frescas, intensas y valientes de cineastas latinas que están redefiniendo el cine independiente. Carros Clásicos + Lowriders Tóme fotos. Consigue merch. Celebre la cultura de coches clásicos. Live Poesia en Vivo por Matt Sedillo & Iris de Anda ️ Pop-Up del Goddess Mercado Latinas con sus artesanías de la moda y únicas. Exhibición de Pósters de Cine Llévate tu recuerdo cinematográfico. Paraíso de Comida Callejera Siente el sabor. Siente el amor. Jardín de Cerveza y Vino (21+) Brinda, relájate y celebra la lucha inmigrante. Música en Vivo. Recursos Comunitarios. Puro Amor. Todo el Día. Baila, compra, infórmate y apoya a las familias inmigrantes de todo el condado de Los Ángeles. POR QUÉ IMPORTA: Esto es visibilidad. Expresar nuestra voz. Elevar nuestra comunidad. Cada boleto apoyará el trabajo comunitario en defensa de los derechos de los inmigrantes. Trae a tu gente. Trae tu cultura. ¡Que se escuche! Síguenos en Instagram: @cinema_cultura_comunidad
Pink Flamingos
NC-17for a wide range of perversions in explicit detail
Notorious Baltimore criminal and underground figure Divine goes up against a sleazy married couple who make a passionate attempt to humiliate her and seize her tabloid-given title as "The Filthiest Person Alive".
Ryse Up Documentary: A Film About Ryse Williams
TBC
New documentary directed by Matthew Yonemura about Ryse Williams, a rising high school basketball star, and the rare cancer that took his life. Please stay after the screening for a special Q&A filmmaker panel with director Matthew Yonemura moderated by film producer Parker Mancino.
The Diary of a Teenage Girl
RRated R for strong sexual content including dialogue, graphic nudity, drug use, language and drinking-all involving teens.
SAD GIRL SUNDAYS PRESENTS: 10th Anniversary Screening of THE DIARY OF A TEENAGE GIRL- “A teen artist living in 1970s San Francisco enters into an affair with her mother's boyfriend.” Q&A following the film w/ actress & producer Miranda Bailey.
The Toxic Avenger Unrated
for strong violence and gore, language throughout, sexual references and brief graphic nudity.
A horrible toxic accident transforms downtrodden janitor, Winston Gooze, into a new evolution of hero: The Toxic Avenger. Now, Toxie must rise from outcast to savior, taking on ruthless corporate overlords and corrupt forces who threaten his son, his friends, and his community. In a world where greed runs rampant… justice is best served radioactive.