The best new cinema that wouldn’t screen in Knoxville otherwise.
Screening Series
Carrying on in the tradition of The Public Cinema, Film Fest Knox hosts a free monthly screening series at the Regal Riviera. The goals of the series are to extend our programming throughout the year and to create community-building opportunities for Knoxville’s film fans and film workers.
The movies are free. You should come.
Series Program
Nadja (4K Restoration)
Dir. by Michael Almereyda
A vampire family deals with their father's death in NYC while being pursued by Van Helsing and his nephew.August 26 · Regal Riviera · 7:00 p.m.
Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World
Dir. by Sasha Waters
From a lonely childhood to literary fame, Oliver’s life was shaped by devotion to nature and paying attention.July 22, 2026
The Currents
Dir. by Milagros Mumenthaler
During a business trip to Geneva, Lina's impulsive decision leads to perilous consequences.June 24, 2026
Blue Heron
Dir. by Sophy Romvari
Sasha and her family relocate to a new home, but their fresh start is interrupted by increasingly dangerous behavior from the eldest son.May 27, 2026
Miroirs No. 3
Dir. by Christian Petzold
After a car crash kills her boyfriend, piano student Laura is taken in by Betty, who witnessed the accident.April 22, 2026
