By Hook or By Crook (2001) Screening & Q&A

Join PRS for the ground breaking queer cinema buddy comedy, By Hook or By Crook. Followed by a Q&A with written and director Silas Howard. Groundbreaking when it was first released, By Hook or By Crook (2001) continues to push the boundaries of queer cinema today. By Hook or By Crook was recently restored to 4K by the -- and --- foundation. By Hook or By Crook is a trans, butch, grifter buddy comedy exploring friendship, chosen family, and the art of getting by. After the death of his father, Shy heads to the big city with aspirations of living a life of crime. There, he meets Valentine, a fellow gender outlaw searching for their birth mother. The two punks take a liking to each other and join forces, embarking on a series of misadventures, petty crimes, and unexpected encounters. An anti-authoritarian tale of friendship, chosen family, and finding your place in a world that wasn't built for you, By Hook or By Crook was co-written, co-directed, and co-stars Harry Dodge and Silas Howard. Don't miss this film that is full of heart and one of a kind. PRS is excted to welcome director and writer Silas Howard for a Q&A after the film. CONTENT DISCLAIMER The views, opinions, and thoughts expressed within exhibited works are solely those of their creators and may not represent those of the Philosophical Research Society (PRS), its affiliates, or any individuals associated with PRS. Screenings are intended for educational and entertainment purposes. ACCESSIBILITY PRS wants all guests to be able to enjoy our events safely and comfortably. If you require any accessibility accommodation, please reach out to [email protected] before showtime and we will be happy to assist you. REFUND POLICIES All sales are final. There are no refunds for PRS events. In the event that PRS is forced to cancel an event entirely, tickets will be refunded or vouchers offered for a rescheduled event. PARKING Limited parking is available onsite at PRS in both the front lot (entry from Los Feliz Blvd. when heading east), as well as street parking on Griffith Park Blvd. and (after 7 PM) on Los Feliz Blvd. We encourage attendees to consider carpooling, walking or biking to events if possible, and please be considerate of our Los Feliz neighbors when parking. PRS EVENT POLICIES • We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone. • Events are subject to change without notice, including guest speakers and/or performers. • We encourage you to arrive at least 30 min. before the scheduled event start time to find parking, enjoy the Bookstore and take your seats. • Please turn off all mobile devices before the show. Talking and texting are not allowed during the events. • No filming, audio recording or mobile phone recording of events, screenings, concerts or other programs by audience members is allowed without permission. • There is no smoking permitted on PRS grounds. • We strongly encourage guests to wear masks to PRS events to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. • PRS allows Service Animals into the facility under ADA and state guidelines. For further details please visit www.ADA.gov. No animals permitted whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support, under ADA guidelines and CA Health Code. • Please do not bring outside food or drink into PRS events. • Weapons are strictly prohibited at PRS events.