Olivia Wilde is coming to Boston for a one-night film festival appearance
The director will attend the closing night screening of her new film The Invite at Independent Film Festival Boston
Details
Wednesday, April 29
Coolidge Corner Theatre
Photocall: 7:15 pm
Press check-in: 6:45 pm
Boston’s biggest indie film event is ending on a high note. Olivia Wilde is set to appear in person at the closing night of Independent Film Festival Boston for a special screening of her latest film, The Invite.
A rare Boston event appearance at Coolidge Corner Theatre
The screening takes place Wednesday, April 29 at Coolidge Corner Theatre in Brookline.
- Press check-in: 6:45 p.m.
- Photocall: 7:15 p.m.
Wilde will be on-site ahead of the screening, giving media a chance to speak with her before the film rolls. Public attendees can expect a high-profile closing night atmosphere at one of the city’s most iconic arthouse theaters.
What to know about The Invite
The Invite brings together a stacked cast and a tense, intimate premise.
- Directed by: Olivia Wilde
- Written by: Will McCormack and Rashida Jones
- Starring: Seth Rogen, Olivia Wilde, Penélope Cruz, Edward Norton
- Distributor: A24
- Release date: June 26, 2026 (limited)
The story centers on a couple whose marriage is unraveling. A dinner with their mysterious neighbors takes a turn, raising the question of whether the night will repair what’s broken or destroy it completely.
Why this screening matters
The closing night slot at IFFBoston is a major moment. The festival, founded in 2003, has built a reputation as Boston’s leading showcase for independent film, drawing filmmakers, premieres, and packed audiences every spring.
Wilde’s appearance adds real weight to this year’s finale. It is not every day a major director shows up in Boston for a festival screening, especially ahead of a wide release.
How to attend
This is a festival screening, so tickets are tied to IFFBoston programming. Media access requires advance RSVP and does not guarantee entry to the screening itself.
For everyone else, the move is simple: check the festival schedule, grab a ticket if available, and get there early. Closing night tends to fill fast.
Boston does not always get moments like this. A major director, a buzzy new film, and a packed theater in Coolidge Corner. If you care about movies, this is the kind of night you show up for.
