Please note: Please note: the originally scheduled 8/27 @7pm post-screening discussion with co-director Tamara Saviano and producer Paul Whitfield--and the acoustic set by Verlon Thompson has been CANCELED. However, we will present a pre-recorded post-screening conversation with the filmmakers after every screening! 

"This warm tribute to Guy, Susanna and Townes will surely thankfully send even more folks to discover the wonderful music that emanated from their creative gathering." - Bradford Auerbach, Spin Magazine 

"Makes the story of Guy Clark all the more interesting because it is told, for the most part, from the point of view of Guy's wife and artistic partner, Susanna Clar." - Joe W. Specht, Texas Monthly

WITHOUT GETTING KILLED OR CAUGHT is the true story of Guy Clark, multiple Grammy award winning songwriter, who struggles to write poetic, yet indelible songs while balancing a complicated marriage with wife Susanna, and a deep friendship with singer-songwriter Townes Van Zandt, on whom Susanna forged a passionate dependence. Narrated by Academy-Award winner Sissy Spacek, and featuring Rodney Crowell, Steve Earle, Vince Gill, Verlon Thompson, and Terry and Jo Harvey Allen, WITHOUT GETTING KILLED OR CAUGHT follows Guy, Susanna, and Townes on their journey from obscurity to reverence. (Synopsis provided by filmmakers)


Festivals, Awards & Nominations

Official Selection - SXSW
Winner - Louis Black Lone Star Award, SXSW


For the safety and comfort of our audience members and employees, we will have the following safety protocols in place for at least the first two weeks after we reopen:

  • Masks required by all staff and patrons at all times

  • Staggered showtimes and ample time between shows to mitigate crowds

  • Ticket pre-orders for films encouraged to reduce lines 

  • Hand sanitizer and disposable face masks available for patrons

  • Only 50% of our tickets will be available for sale so that we can ensure a safe movie-going experience

  • In light of the latest health updates from the city of Chicago, and in accordance with the School of the Art Institute, we will not be selling concessions nor allowing outside food or drink for at least the first two weeks of business. 

  • If you are feeling unwell or have a fever, please stay home and stream films until you feel better

Note: protocols are subject to change, per new or evolving information.