Cucalorus

06/23/2026

🎬Cinematique of Wilmington Film Series's summer lineup kicks off next month with Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho, the chilling classic that changed horror forever.

Catch one of two screenings and stick around for a post-film discussion with UNCW Film Studies Chair Juan Carlos Kase. Plus, enjoy our Cinematique Social Hour from 6–7:15pm at Jengo’s Bar.

🗓 Friday, July 10 at 4 & 7:30pm

Will you be brave enough to visit the Bates Motel? 👀

Mother says, "Check into the Bates Motel on July 10th at Jengos's Playhouse for a screening of Psycho."

The Cinematique summer lineup begins with two screenings of Psycho, the genre-defining thriller that transformed horror filmmaking. Both screenings will be followed by a discussion led by Juan Carlos Kase, Associate Professor and Chair of Film Studies at the University of North Carolina Wilmington.

Stay after the matinee or show up early for the evening screening to enjoy the Cinematique Social Hour from 6:00 p.m. -7:15 p.m. in the Jengo's Bar (we'll provide the snacks!)

🎫 Secure your $10 ticket here: https://jengos.eventive.org/films/69cec935f2b6c612f99482ee

06/19/2026

⭐ Today, Cucalorus celebrates Juneteenth and the legacy of the United States Colored Troops, whose courage and sacrifice helped make freedom a reality for millions of Americans.

Approximately 500 USCT soldiers are buried at Wilmington National Cemetery, a powerful reminder of their impact on our community and our country.

Want to learn more? Join us at Jengo's Playhouse on Friday, June 26 for a screening of the Wilmington-made documentary LEGACY, which tells the stories of USCT soldiers and the communities they helped build across eastern North Carolina. ❤️

Cameron Art Museum

06/18/2026

🎬 The 32nd annual Cucalorus Film Festival lands in downtown Wilmington Nov. 19–22, and we're on the hunt for films that surprise, delight and spark conversation.

Whether it's bold, bizarre, heartfelt or completely unclassifiable, we want to see the stories only you can tell.

Ready to share your latest creation? Submit your film 👉 filmfreeway.com/CucalorusFilmFestival

⭐ FINAL DEADLINE: JUNE 29 ⭐

06/18/2026

Happening next week! Join Cucalorus and Cameron Art Museum for the kickoff of the CAM at the Movies series, featuring the locally-made documentary, LEGACY.

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06/17/2026

That's a wrap on the 2nd annual Silver Pride Cinema Festival! 🌈

We’re grateful to everyone who joined us--our LGBTQ+ community, allies, volunteers, and supporters--for two unforgettable days of celebration, connection, and q***r storytelling.

A special thank you to the Silver Pride Circle of the Cape Fear for hosting this incredible event. We can’t wait to see you next year! 💜💙💚🧡💛

06/17/2026

🦖 Life, uh... finds a way.

Experience Jurassic Park like never before as the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra brings John Williams’ legendary score to life LIVE while the film plays on the big screen.

📅 July 18 at 2:30 PM & 7:30 PM
🎟️ WilsonCenterTickets.com
Use code cucalorus for 10% off

Wilson Center - Cape Fear Community College

06/16/2026

🎥 CAM at the Movies kicks off next week with a screening of LEGACY✨

Join us on Friday, June 26 for a special screening of Legacy, a compelling short doc from filmmaker Adam Alphin that brings to life the voices and experiences of descendants of the United States Colored Troops.

Produced by Daniel Jones and Heather Wilson, Legacy examines the enduring influence of USCT soldiers and their families through stories connected to the Cape Fear region.

Afterwards, join us for a discussion about uncovering these histories, the filmmaking process, and how CAM continues to preserve and share this legacy.

🎥 Co-presented by Cameron Art Museum

📅 Fri, June 26 at 7:30 PM
📍 Jengo’s Playhouse, 815 Princess St.
🎟️ jengos.eventive.org

Cameron Art Museum

06/15/2026

🎬 Celebrate Indigenous storytelling at the 8th Annual Lumbee Film Festival!

Join us Saturday, July 4, at Moore Hall on the University of North Carolina Pembroke campus for a full day of bold, original films by Native American, Indigenous, and American Indian filmmakers from across the country, including members of the Lumbee Tribe.

Held during Lumbee Homecoming, the festival showcases powerful stories, unique perspectives, and exciting new voices in film.

🎟️ Festival Passes: $20
🎟️ Individual Film Tickets: $10
⚡lumbeefilmfestival.eventive.org

Lumbee Film Festival

06/11/2026

The 32nd annual Cucalorus Film Festival will be here before you know it. Early Bird Pegasorus passes are on sale now! Interested in submitting your film or learning more about sponsorship?

Full details below ⬇🎬

🎬 The 32nd annual Cucalorus Film Festival is gearing up for another unforgettable year in downtown Wilmington!

Film submissions are open, sponsorship opportunities are available, and Early Bird Pegasorus Passes are on sale now. Full details ⬇️

06/11/2026

🏃330 miles. Four days. One unforgettable journey.

Catch The Long Walk: A Dance with Humanities at the 8th annual Lumbee Film Festival on Saturday, July 4 at 3:15 PM at UNC Pembroke. This moving documentary follows six runner-messengers as they honor the survivors of The Navajo Long Walk and celebrate the perseverance of the Diné people.

Featuring Lumbee Tribe member Dave Dial.

⚡Come spend the day with us exploring powerful stories from Native American and Indigenous filmmakers from across the country.

🎟️ $10 at lumbeefilmfestival.eventive.org/welcome