True West Cinemas Announces Tickets On Sale For Inaugural Program Of Films And Events In Downtown Healdsburg

[HEALDSBURG, CA] – True West Film Center today announced the schedule of films and events that will mark the opening of True West Cinemas. First run movies including Academy Award-winner Kathryn Bigelow’s A House of Dynamite, Luca Guadagnino’s After the Hunt, and Scarlett Johansson’s directorial debut Eleanor the Great. Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein and Pixar’s Coco will mark the Cinema’s Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday, October 25. With a nod to the region’s film history, the Cinema will launch its repertory program with two films made in Sonoma County – Alfred Hitchcock’s The Birds (1963) and Wes Craven’s Scream (1996). In addition to its robust film programming, True West will infuse the filmgoing experience with the flavors of Sonoma County through a bespoke food and wine program exclusively featuring local purveyors. Tickets and the full schedule are available at truewestfilmcenter.org.

“Welcoming audiences into True West Cinemas is a dream come true, and a reflection of the generous community support for which we are so grateful,” said Kathryn Philip, Executive Director of True West Film Center. “We hope to offer an experience that feels both unique and deeply connected to our community, with thoughtfully curated films complemented by food, wine, and the spirit of the North Bay region.”

“Our opening lineup features some of the most exciting new films of the year, and the repertory programming kicks off with a wide range of classics – from Scream to Dog Day Afternoon,” said Artistic Director John Cooper. “The film program is designed for audiences to feel both at home and transported, entertained and inspired.”

Throughout its inaugural year, True West Cinemas will present a curated selection of first-run films and repertory programming in several categories, including:

• Icons – Films marked by legendary performances, often lesser-known roles that reveal an actor’s range and distinctive influence. Icon Screenings take place every Monday and Tuesday.
• From the Vault – Classic films from any era presented on the big screen.
• Film 101 – A monthly film series to deepen our knowledge of cinema and seminal filmmakers. Hosted by Artistic Director John Cooper or a special guest, the series invites participants to view and discuss three films by a famous (or infamous) director.
• Film Church – A Sunday afternoon program of memorable and meaningful documentary films chosen to inspire and uplift us, held every other Sunday.
• Cinema en Español – Held every other Sunday, screenings of Spanish-language or subtitled films selected for Spanish-speaking audiences.
• Cine-baby – Periodic first-run screenings welcoming parents with infants under the age of two, with reduced sound levels, house lights dimmed, and strollers left at the door.
• Sensory Sensitivity Screenings – Films presented as periodic screenings in theaters adapted for neurodiverse audiences.

Ticket prices and special offers reflect the Cinema’s commitment to providing accessible, state-of-the-art, curated cinematic experiences for the communities it serves.

• General admission: $17
• Seniors (ages 65+): $14
• Students (ages 4-25, student ID required): $14
• Persons with disabilities: $14
• Veterans: $14
• Children under three years of age: Free
• Locals Tuesdays (all screenings): $14
• EBT: $14

The theater will offer standard movie concessions, including popcorn, fountain drinks, ICEEs, and an assortment of candies. For more substantial fare, several nearby restaurants are providing special menus of cinema-approved provisions for patrons to bring into the theaters. Participating restaurants include: Little Saint, Guiso, Journeyman, Troubadour, Acorn, El Milagro, and Lo & Behold.

Award-winning sommelier Alexandria Sarovich is curating the wine list, which exclusively features wines from the three AVAs that converge in Healdsburg – Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley, and Russian River Valley. The list will consist of six wines by the glass and twenty-five bottles. The inaugural wine list includes: Amista, Cartograph, Merriam, Dancing, Williams Selyem, Mascarin Family Wines, Tongue Dancer, Mauritson, Dot, Ramey, and Senses. True West Cinemas will open to the public on Friday, October 17, 2025. On Saturday, October 25, 2025, the public is invited to join the cinema’s Grand Opening Celebration Block Party from 2:00 – 5:00 pm at the James Redford Campus. Free and open to the public, the party includes screenings of award-winning short films, popcorn and concession samples, and live music.

The cinemas are the centerpiece of True West Film Center’s 8,000 square-foot James Redford Campus located in downtown Healdsburg. In addition to the cinemas, the Campus includes spaces for educational and community programs and administrative offices. With the new facilities, True West projects it will serve 45,000 people per year starting in 2026, expanding its current audience by nearly 10 times. Within one year of opening, the Campus is projected to generate $2 million in new economic activity for Sonoma County. The project is funded by the multi-year, $5.6 million Campaign to Open True West, which has generated $4.86 million to date and will run through December, 2026.