The Ritz 50th Anniversary

The Castro Theatre hosts a special 50th anniversary screening of The Ritz, the beloved comedy that became an early landmark of queer cinema. Starring Rita Moreno as Googie Gomez, a gay bathhouse superstar, this Terrence MacNally adaptation is a masterclass in farce that deserves its place in film history. Whether you’re revisiting a favorite or discovering it for the first time, this commemorative event celebrates half a century of laughs and cultural impact.