March 29, 2025 5:30 pm
Observer Editor
“Devo”: 63rd Annual Ann Arbor Film Festival

63rd Annual Ann Arbor Film Festival. Mar. 25–30. The oldest and one of the most prestigious avant-garde film festivals in North America, showcasing new experimental and independent films in a wide range of genres. Also, “Off the Screen” discussions, exhibits, and performances (see aaFilmFest.org for full schedule). Tickets: $185 (members & seniors, $150; students, $105; additional $15 for online access to the two Mar. 30 awards screenings) for passes for the entire festival, includes the opening night party & all film screenings; $100 (seniors, $80; students, $70) for weekend passes; $14 (seniors, $10; students, $9) per screening. $14 per screening online-only pass (available at aafilmfest.org) to watch just the two Mar. 30 awards screenings anytime between Mar. 30 and Apr. 13. All tickets and passes available both online at aafilmfest.org and at the Michigan Theater. Michigan Theater, various times. 

Mar. 29: “Devo.” Chris Smith’s 2024 film about this iconic synth-pop band features archival footage and interviews with band members, relishing the surreal moments and performances of the group’s 50-year career, from their lo-fi art school beginning to their pioneering music videos. 5:30 p.m.

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