Holy City Cinema to Launch Film Series in Charleston
The debut event on November 1 will feature three film screenings and a dinner at the Terrace Theater.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Documentary
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Organizer Rebecca Finley is launching the Holy City Cinema film series on November 1, 2026, at the Terrace Theater in Charleston. This inaugural program highlights women in creative industries through three film screenings and a dinner.
Why it matters
The series aims to create a platform for local filmmakers to showcase their work and build meaningful connections with audiences. By combining cinema with post-screening discussions, the initiative seeks to foster a more interactive creative community in the region.
The inaugural event features three films including a 57-minute documentary titled Seeing Is Believing. Guests will also be served a five-course dinner prepared by chef Mari Jo Ramie.
The players
Rebecca Finley
She is the organizer who founded the Holy City Cinema film series to support local artists.
This Is Noteworthy
This is the nonprofit organization based in South Carolina that manages the operations of the film series.
Cady McClain
She is the director of the 57-minute documentary Seeing Is Believing being shown at the launch.
Mari Jo Ramie
She is the professional chef who is curating the five-course dinner for the inaugural screening.
The details
Operated by the nonprofit This Is Noteworthy, the series features films selected through the FilmFreeway platform. Attendees at the kickoff will participate in a post-screening discussion focused on the role of women in the creative arts.
Timeline
November 1, 2026: The Holy City Cinema film series launches at the Terrace Theater.
First week of January 2027: Organizers plan to announce themes and films for the upcoming year.
2027: The series will hold four quarterly events in Charleston, Summerville, Awendaw, and North Charleston.
Industry Dynamics
The series follows a pattern of local arts organizations utilizing the FilmFreeway digital submission platform to source regional creative content. This allows small organizations to bypass traditional distribution hurdles and curate lineups based on specific community themes.
Interested patrons can secure their spot by booking online through the official nonprofit portal. Tickets provide access to the full program, including the dinner and the post-screening discussions.
The takeaway
The launch of this series highlights how niche cinema events can strengthen community bonds by integrating local culinary talent with regional storytelling. Residents looking to support local creators should look for the 2027 schedule update in early January.
Further reading
Learn more about local film projects in the Charleston Documentary section.
More information
To purchase your screening and dinner reservations, visit the official event page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Post and Courier.
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