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Film events

“The Mask You Live In” A 2015 Sundance Film Festival premiere documentary film follows boys and young men as they struggle to stay true to themselves while negotiating America’s narrow definition of masculinity. Purchase tickets at the door or online at www.sandpointmens group.com. The evening is hosted by Sandpoint Men’s Group. Following the screening there will be a panel and discussion. Saturday, 6 p.m., Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., Sandpoint. $8. (208) 290-0421.

“The Hunting Ground” This controversial documentary about rape on American college campuses opens with the stories of many young women and some men recounting on camera how they were raped at their schools and then denied justice by those schools. Plan to stay for post-film discussion with panelists from Gonzaga University, Lutheran Family Services Northwest, the YWCA, EWU and Planned Parenthood. 90 minutes Sunday, 7-9 p.m., Magic Lantern, 25 W. Main Ave. $8. (509) 209-2383.

“Green Fire” The first full-length documentary film about legendary environmentalist Aldo Leopold. Leopold remains relevant today, inspiring projects all over the country that connect people and land. After the screening, Kirk and Madeline David will lead a discussion about Leopold and his conservation ethic. Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., Community Building, lobby, 35 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 328-2939.

“Grave of the Fireflies” A tragic film covering a young boy and his little sister’s struggle to survive in Japan during World War II. (1988) Part of the SCC International Film Festival. Tuesday, 7 p.m., Garland Theater, 924 W. Garland Ave. $5. (509) 533-3367.

“Planetary” Documentary in celebration of Earth Day. This film presents a stunning visual portrait of our Earth, taking us on a journey across continents. Through interviews with NASA astronauts, environmentalists and philosophers the film shows that the solution to transforming our civilization lies in an understanding that all life is inseparably interconnected. Wednesday, 7 p.m., Magic Lantern, 25 W. Main Ave. $8/door. (509) 209-2383.

“Pride” Movie inspired by a true story, United Kingdom LGBT activists help miners during their lengthy strike of the National Union of Mineworkers the summer of 1984. Snacks will be served. Co-sponsored by SULE and EWU Pride Center. Thursday, 5:30 p.m., WSU Spokane Campus, Phase I Classroom Building, auditorium, 668 N. Spokane Falls Blvd. Free and open to the public. (509) 358.7554.

Spokane Film Society Thursday, 9 p.m. Come watch great film, meet cool people and talk about interesting ideas as they relate to film. Drink and food specials. Thursday, 9 p.m., Garland Theater, 924 W. Garland Ave. $5. (509) 327-1050.

“Step Brothers” Two aimless middle-aged losers still living at home are forced to become roommates when their parents marry. Starring Will Ferrell. Rated R. (98 minutes). Presented by the North Idaho College Film Club. Friday, 6 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Library, Community Room, 702 E. Front Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 292-4637.