The Popcorn List is an annual survey of acclaimed feature films without U.S. distribution, recommended by festival programmers across North America. This sneak-preview screening series celebrates the work of first time female filmmakers from the 2025 list—giving curious audiences a chance to discover a wide range of festival darlings from an array of filmmakers and genres.

Mile-high hair. Synthesized sounds. Teenage rebellion. Elizabeth Ai was on a mission to excavate an untold story of rebellious punks in the chaotic world of 80s Vietnamese New Wave until she uncovers a hidden past.