Events
Events
Michigan Movie: Detroit Unleaded + Q&A
From Short to Feature: How Multimedia Incentives Help Make Films Happen
Thursday, October 02, 2025 at 7pm EST
Join us for an illuminating cinematic event at the Civic Theater in Farmington on Thursday, October 2. Filmmaker and Michigan State University Professor of Practice, Rola Nashef draws on her 17 years of experience and knowledge of independent filmmaking to share her story about how creating a short film enabled her to produce and direct her debut award-winning feature, Detroit Unleaded, and how the film was made possible because of the previous Michigan film incentive. We'll begin the night by screening her short film, followed by the feature film version of Detroit Unleaded. We'll end the night with an exclusive discussion with the filmmaker. Nashef's first film was the first Arab-American Romantic Comedy that became a favorite amongst audiences and film critics alike. Prior to its release, Detroit Unleaded was supported by the Sundance Institute Screenwriter’s Lab, IFP New York, The Lincoln Center and the A2E Distribution Labs.
Free for MIFIA members
- Open to the public. Become a Member on the night of the event, and your ticket price is refunded.
OUT FRONT
Experience live music Out Front at the Farmington Civic Theater in Downtown Farmington. Some call it street performing while others use the term "busking". Either way, it sure is a great way to add some energy to town. Out Front began in 2016.
During the warmer-weather months, you'll find talented performers on the sidewalk at the theater. It's a bonus for those arriving for or departing from a movie. Enjoy the music while hangin' outside at the Farmington Brewing Company, John Cowley & Sons and Basement Burger Bar. We see many that sit, for a bit, on the benches to take it all in.
