Port Huron, MI – St. Clair County Community College (SC4) invites the community to celebrate Women’s History Month with a special March lineup at the SC4 Cinema. This curated series highlights groundbreaking films directed by and centered on women, spanning nearly a century of cinema.
“Women’s History Month provides an opportunity to recognize the creativity, leadership and lasting impact of women across all fields, including the arts,” said Sarah Rutallie, Chief of Staff at SC4. “This film series reflects our commitment to celebrating diverse voices and showcasing stories that have shaped cinema and culture in meaningful ways.”
March 6–12: The Adventures of Prince Achmed (1927)
Directed by Lotte Reiniger, this 1927 silent fantasy is widely recognized as the first full-length animated feature film. Using intricate silhouette animation, Reiniger brings to life a magical tale inspired by One Thousand and One Nights. The film follows Prince Achmed on a sweeping adventure filled with sorcerers, mythical creatures, and romance. A landmark in animation history, the film showcases both technical innovation and artistic vision.
March 13–19: Dance, Girl, Dance (1940)
Directed by pioneering filmmaker Dorothy Arzner, this 1940 melodrama stars Maureen O’Hara and Lucille Ball. The story centers on two dancers navigating friendship, rivalry and ambition in the entertainment world. Blending backstage drama with sharp social commentary, the film remains notable for its bold exploration of women’s roles both onstage and off.
March 20–26: Kit Kittredge: An American Girl (2008)
Directed by Patricia Rozema, this 2008 family film stars Abigail Breslin and Joan Cusack. Set during the Great Depression, the story follows aspiring young journalist Kit Kittredge as she uncovers a mystery in her neighborhood while her family faces financial hardship. Heartwarming and historically grounded, the film celebrates resilience, courage and community.
March 27–April 2: Faces Places (2017)
Co-directed by and featuring legendary French filmmaker Agnès Varda, this 2017 documentary follows Varda and artist JR as they travel through rural France creating large-scale photographic installations. Through conversations with everyday people, the film becomes a moving reflection on art, aging and human connection. Both playful and profound, Faces Places earned international acclaim and an Academy Award nomination for Best Documentary Feature.
The SC4 Cinema Women’s History Month series honors the creativity, resilience and impact of women filmmakers and storytellers across generations. Film showtimes and ticket information are available at www.sc4cinema.com.
For media inquiries, please contact: · Sarah Rutallie, Chief of Staff, at srutallie@sc4.edu
St Clair County Community College (SC4) was founded in 1923 and is the only public higher education institution in the thumb of Michigan. SC4 is a comprehensive community college that provides certificates and degrees for employable skills and college credits that can be transferred to a four-year college or university. The college provides collegiate arts and athletics for the area and has been an asset for students and the Port Huron community for over one hundred years.
