The Rehoboth Beach Film Society (RBFS) is pleased to announce two acclaimed political documentaries will screen on Monday, November 4, to kick off the 26th Anniversary Rehoboth Beach Independent Film Festival (RBIFF), which runs November 4-10.

RBFS hopes each film will inspire dialogue and action leading up to Election Day the following day. The two films spotlight important issues and events discussed in the lead-up to this year’s national election – public school censorship and the ongoing impact of the January 6, 2021, insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.

“Banned Together,” which screens at 12 Noon on Monday, November 4, is a new documentary produced, in part, by Allyson Rice, a local Rehoboth Beach filmmaker.

The film pulls back the curtain on two of the most controversial issues in America today: book bans, curriculum censorship in public schools, and the political forces driving them. “Banned Together” follows three teenage activists fighting book bans in their schools, speaking with national politicians, bestselling/banned authors, constitutional scholars, and more, as the film’s scope widens to include the larger national picture.

Directors Kate Way and Tom Wiggin will take part in a post-screening Q&A discussion.

“War Game”, which premiered at this year’s Sundance Film Festival, will screen at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, November 4.

“War Game“ sweeps audiences into an elaborate future-set simulation that dramatically escalates the threat posed by the January 6, 2021, insurrection on the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.

The film follows a bipartisan group of U.S. defense, intelligence, and elected policymakers spanning five presidential administrations participating in an unscripted role-play exercise.

The “War Game” screening will include a panel discussion with several cast members:

Both films will screen at the Cinema Art Theater in Lewes, DE.

VIP Passes are $275 for RBFS members, and $325 for non-members. VIP Passholders will get first access to tickets, receptions, the awards brunch, VIP Lounge, 10% discount off merchandise, and more. Nonmember VIP Passholders also receive a one-year RBFS membership. General tickets (RBFS Members $12, Non-Members $15 & Students $9 with ID) and 6-pack tickets (6 for $50).

For information, visit Rehobothfilm.com/rehoboth-beach-independent-film-festival

The Film Society cultivates and shines a light on the next generation of filmmakers, which benefits the community and raises awareness on the positive impact of cinema as a performance art. The organization values integrity, accessibility, and accountability.

RBFS is funded in part by a grant from the Delaware Division of the Arts (DDOA) and the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA).

MEDIA BOOKINGS AND PRESS INQUIRIES: Contact Erik Gudris at erik@rehobothfilm.com.