The 2026 Oscar-Nominated Shorts come to The Gem in three distinct feature-length programs showcasing all five nominees for each category: Animated, Documentary, and Live Action shorts. See this year’s picks in a single category or see all three!
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Join BAAM at The Gem for a screening of the star-studded tribute concert film “You Got Gold: A Celebration of John Prine” on Saturday, January 24th at 7:00 pm.
Read MoreBAAM at The Gem Presents Come See Me in the Good Light Opening Night with Richard Blanco
Posted on October 28, 2025
Join BAAM at The Gem on Friday, November 14th for the opening night of ‘Come See Me in the Good Light’. Our friend and Poet Laureate, Richard Blanco, will introduce the film at 6:00 pm.
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Theirs is a story of happiness.
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A Great Teacher Inspires Hope
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And, baby, that’s show business for you.
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Stronger than stereotypes
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A stunning tribute to the resilience of Native people and their way of life – SUGARCANE, the debut feature documentary from Julian Brave NoiseCat and Emily Kassie – is an epic cinematic portrait of a community during a moment of international reckoning. Set amidst a ground-breaking investigation into abuse and death at an Indian residential school, the film empowers participants to break cycles of intergenerational trauma by bearing witness to painful, long-ignored truths – and the love that endures within their families despite the revelation of genocide.
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ONE WEEK ONLY! Rising musician Jeff Buckley had only released one album when he died suddenly in 1997. Now, never-before-seen footage, exclusive voice messages, and accounts from those closest to him offer a portrait of the captivating singer.
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You’re invited to join The Gem & Stewards of Western Maine Climbing for an evening of adventure film, local art, and community. Learn about efforts to preserve Western Maine rock climbing and opportunities to get involved. Bring a friend, grab a raffle ticket, and enjoy the show – Reel Rock 19!
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