The Virginia Film Festival presents Fremont, a tale of insomnia, fortune cookies, and yearning for something more. Newcomer and real-life refugee Anaita Wali Zada (above) gives a powerful performance as Donya, a 20-something Afghan translator whose routine changes when she’s promoted to writing fortunes at a fortune cookie factory. Shot in black and white, the film includes a cast of unforgettable characters played by supporting actors Jeremy Allen White and Gregg Turkington. Stick around after the screening for an in-person conversation with Zada.
Tuesday 8/22. $11–13, 7pm. Violet Crown Cinema, 200 W. Main St., Downtown Mall. virginiafilmfestival.org