Special Notice:
Effective 04/10/2023
Covid Guidelines: Seating is socially distanced so please allow a two-seat buffer between parties and do not sit directly behind anyone.
Masks are no longer required, but recommended,
Free to DFS members. Guests pay $15 cash at the door. Movie begins promptly at 10:00 AM. Doors unlock at 9:30
ALL FILMS ARE PRESENTED AT THE HISTORIC CAMELOT THEATRE IN THE PALM SPRINGS CULTURAL CENTER
2300 E. Baristo Road @ Farrell, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Our Mission
Desert Film Society
The Desert Film Society promotes the appreciation of film in the Coachella Valley by providing Society members an unique opportunity to view the latest in art, international & cutting-edge independent cinema and educating members by providing a platform for discussion of the art of film and film craft. Since 2002, Desert Film Society has presented one-time screenings of award winning films from global festivals.
Events
Upcoming Screenings
CASE 137 / DOSSIER 137
Mar 21, 2026 ::: CASE !37 – Docudrama about a police internal affairs officer investigating the circumstances behind the injury of a protestor in the Paris riots of 2018.
THE POLISH WOMEN (Brazil)
Apr 4, 2026 ::: THE POLISH WOMEN – A Jewish mother fleeing war-torn Poland seeking a better life, finds herself trapped in a brutal prostitution ring in 1917 Rio de Janeiro
PIECES OF A FOREIGN LIFE / L’étrangère (France)
April 11, 2026 :: PIECES OF A FOREIGN LIFE – Woman flees war-torn Syria, leaving family behind. Seeking asylum in Bordeaux, she meets French lawyer who helps her rebuild life.
THE PRICE TO PAY / La Guerre de Prix (France)
Apr 18, 2026 ::: In the competitive landscape of French retail, Audrey navigates the delicate balance between her sustainable ideals and the relentless demands of corporate ambition.