Film Events

“Miss Representation” – “Miss Representation” examines media’s representation of women in positions of power and influence in America. It includes stories from teenage girls and interviews with politicians, journalists, entertainers, activists and academics. Proceeds go to Odyssey Youth Center, which works with at-risk lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth. There will be a special performance by the Desert Silk Dance Company. The film is rated 14 and up. Saturday, 6 p.m., nYne Bistro and Bar, 232 W. Sprague Ave. $10/advance; $15/door. (509) 474-1621.

“Rivertown” - Romantic comedy based on the lives of the four owners of a failed pawnshop located in a small town. The only means of retaining their business is to pay their expenses by holding a garage sale. Their lives are interrupted by the unexpected arrival of three college students from the city, who become stranded while passing through the town. Saturday, 8 p.m., Gonzaga University, Jepson Building, Room 017. Free. (509) 360-303-5351.

“Nicky’s Family” - Documentary about Nicholas Winton, an Englishman who organized the rescue of 669 Czechoslovakian Jewish children just before the outbreak of World War II, placing them in British foster homes. He did not speak about these events with anyone and would have probably been forgotten if his wife hadn’t found a suitcase in the attic 50 years later, full of documents and transport plans. This film documents his remarkable deed and the philanthropy he has inspired in the surviving children’s families. Discussion to follow. Sponsored by Temple Beth Shalom and Our Kids, Our Business. Two screenings, 3 and 6 p.m. Sunday, Magic Lantern, 25 W. Main Ave. $10. (509) 209-2383.

SFCC International Film Festival - Held Tuesdays, through May 22. All films begin at 7:15 p.m. This week: “Cell 211” (Spain) – A rookie prison guard is trapped in a cell when a riot breaks out. (Note: This unpredictable thriller has scenes of brutality). Garland Theater, 924 W. Garland Ave. $3.50/film. (509) 533-3597.

“Education Under Fire” - This documentary, endorsed by Amnesty International USA, addresses the continued government-sanctioned persecution of specific groups in Iran and the blatant disregard of Article 26 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which guarantees education as an inalienable right of every human being. The film will focus on the experience of one among many persecuted Iranian groups, the Baha’i community. Wednesday, 7 p.m., Magic Lantern, 25 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 863-4461.

Ultimate Marvel Marathon - For the hardcore comic book fans, six Marvel comic movies in a row. “Iron Man” plays at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, followed by “Hulk,” “Iron Man 2,” “Thor” and “Captain America.” “Avengers” concludes the marathon at midnight. Admission is to all films, and includes drink and popcorn refills. AMC River Park Square 20, 808 W. Main Ave. $40. (509) 458-7578.

Moving Books Series - Thursday, “Charlie Wilson’s War.” 7 p.m. Free popcorn, and proceeds will be used to enhance the library’s DVD collection. Coeur d’Alene Library, 702 E. Front Ave., Coeur d’Alene. $5. (208) 769-2315.

Bing Crosby Theater Classic Movies - Thursday, celebrate Crosby’s birthday at 6 p.m. for with cake and punch, followed by a 7 p.m. screening of “Here Comes the Groom,” the story of a reporter who has five days to win back his former fiancée or lose the orphans he adopted. Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $5 per movie. (509) 993-1732.