Cinema 10 to present 10 films as part of spring series

Potsdam, New York, film enthusiasts are in for a diverse and thought-provoking spring season with Cinema 10’s 2026 lineup at the Roxy theatre. Beginning February 23rd, the series will showcase a collection of international and domestic films, ranging from darkly comedic thrillers to poignant documentaries, and culminating in a 40th-anniversary screening of a cinematic classic.

A Season of International Cinema

The season kicks off with Bugonia, a 2025 film from Ireland directed by Yorgos Lanthimos. The film, starring Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons, centres on a man’s belief that a CEO is an alien intent on destroying Earth, leading him and his cousin to devise a kidnapping plan. According to a review in The Atlantic, Shirley Li describes the film as an “intimate, unhurried exploration of human cruelty.”

March brings a selection of equally compelling films. Sentimental Value/Affeksjonsverdi, a Norwegian/German production, explores the complex dynamics of a film director and his family when he casts a new actress in a role initially intended for his daughter. This film has already garnered significant attention, receiving 9 nominations for the 2026 Oscars, including awards for screenplay, direction, and acting.

Did You Know? No Other Land, screening on March 23rd, won Best Documentary at the 2025 Academy Awards.

Cinema 10 will also present Native Stories, a collection of 10 short films from the 2026 New York International Children’s Film Festival, offering a glimpse into the lives of young Native and Indigenous people. The series continues with No Other Land, a controversial debut film documenting conflict in the West Bank, and Die My Love, starring Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson, which explores the challenges of post-partum depression.

Documentaries and a Classic Close

The spring season isn’t limited to narrative features. A Beast Touch the Mountain, a documentary, profiles women in Appalachia fighting against the installation of a natural gas pipeline. Director James Mottern will be present for a Q&A session following the screening. Further expanding the scope, The Secret Agent / O Agente Secreto offers a political thriller set against the backdrop of Brazil’s 21-year dictatorship.

Expert Insight: The inclusion of films like No Other Land and A Beast Touch the Mountain demonstrates Cinema 10’s commitment to presenting challenging and socially relevant content, offering audiences opportunities to engage with complex issues through the medium of film.

Rounding out the season are Hometown Habitat; Stories of Bringing Nature Home, a documentary emphasizing the importance of native plant species, Sirat / Sirât, an emotional story of a missing woman in Morocco, and a 40th-anniversary screening of David Lynch’s Blue Velvet. The Lynch film, starring Kyle MacLachlan and Isabella Rossellini, is described as “the most brilliantly disturbing film ever to have its roots in small-town American life” by Sheila Benson of the Los Angeles Times.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of admission?

General admission tickets are $6.50, while student and senior tickets are $5.50. Season tickets are available for $55 for general admission and $45 for students and seniors, and are shareable.

Where are the films shown?

Films are shown on Monday evenings at 7:15 p.m. In the Roxy theatre in Potsdam.

What is Bugonia about?

Bugonia follows a man who believes a powerful CEO is an alien attempting to destroy Earth, and his subsequent plan with his cousin to kidnap her and save the planet.

Will this diverse lineup of films spark conversation and provide a platform for exploring different cultures and perspectives within the Potsdam community?