The Star City Film and Theater Festival

Feb. 12–14 at The Fleur Cinema & Café in Des Moines DES MOINES, IA, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Star City Film & Theater Festival returns for its 9th season with three days of independent film, live performance, and community engagement, running Thursday, February 12 through Saturday, February 14 at The Fleur Cinema & Café. The festival features more than 20 films, filmmaker talkbacks, live staged script readings, and special events in an intimate, curated setting designed to connect artists and audiences. Founded and hosted by Katie O’Regan, the festival welcomes acclaimed author and filmmaker Max Allan Collins as Guest of Honor. Collins will participate in special programs throughout the weekend, including live script readings and feature film screenings. Festival proceeds benefit Lutheran Lakeside Camp in Spirit Lake, Iowa. Festival Highlights Independent feature films, documentaries, and short film programs Filmmaker Q&A sessions following select screenings