The True/False film fest has arrived!

February 28, 2025 | New to the newsletter? Subscribe here.

🎥 NOW SHOWING: The T/F film fest 🎞️

Are you a film buff, art admirer or music lover? A foodie, festival fan or Q Queen? Whether one or all, this weekend has plenty in store for you. Catch our film matrix for this year's festival to help find your favorite feature. Or jam out with the festival's musical offerings. Feeling overwhelmed by the options? Check out our curated guide to get the most out of your weekend.

Photo courtesy of Rachel Coward, edit done by Vox Staff

How To Build A Library

An essential for True/False veterans and newbies alike is this year’s Show Me True/False selection, How To Build A Library, directed by Maia Lekow and Christopher King. The film narrates the tale of two women who reclaim a neglected library in downtown Nairobi and work to create a space where community and education can thrive. The filmmakers will give an extended Q&A after the screening on Saturday for film buffs’ dying questions.

When: March 1, 3:30 p.m. | Where: Missouri Theatre | Cost: $6 | Tickets: Website

March March

Did you even True/False film fest if you didn’t March March? Stomp through the streets of downtown to welcome in the festival with live music and all of the best company. Imagination encouraged.

When: Feb. 28, 5-5:30 p.m. | Where: Begins at Boone County Courthouse Square and ends at Missouri Theatre | Cost: Free | Contact: Website

Art Walk

Give your eyes a rest and focus on some non-moving pictures with True/False Art Installations Curator Sarah Nguyen's guided tour. Bask in the glory of the public art installations with this creative journey.

When: Feb. 28; March 1; March 2, 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Where: Meet at Sager Reeves Gallery | Cost: Free, reserve a spot at the Box Office | Contact: Website

Gimme Truth!

Are you smarter than a True/False fest filmmaker? This live game show puts filmmakers’ judgment to the test by showing them a series of short documentaries — some real, some not — in an attempt to stump their perceptions of reality.

When: March 1, 10 p.m. to midnight | Where: The Blue Note | Cost: $6 | Contact: Website

🔥 WHAT'S HOT 🔥

Would you like a side of fried rice with your True/False?

We know you'll be ravenous from all your festival-going this weekend. That's why we put together a guide to Chinese food in Columbia.

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💌 NEIGHBOR TO NEIGHBOR 💌

They say the show must go on, but in truth, this can only be done with the support of one's community. Consider donating to support True/False's nonprofit organizer, the Ragtag Film Society, and this cherished Columbia tradition. Or check out the volunteering opportunities offered for next year's film fest.

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