Outside the Box [Office] and Utopia invite you and a guest to attend

A Special Sneak Preview Screening of

I LIVE HERE NOW

Written & Directed by Julie Pacino
Produced by Kyle Kaminsky

Followed by a Q&A with Julie Pacino

7:00 P.M. on Wednesday, February 11th, 2026

The Ray Stark Family Theater, SCA 108
George Lucas Building, USC School of Cinematic Arts Complex
900 W. 34th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90007

FREE ADMISSION. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. RSVPs REQUIRED.
RSVPs ARE NON-TRANSFERABLE.

FOOD AND DRINKS ARE STRICTLY PROHIBITED IN THE AUDITORIUM.
 

CLICK HERE TO RSVP
 

About I Live Here Now

In the surreal landscape of I LIVE HERE NOW, struggling actress Rose (Lucy Fry) finds her life upended by unexpected news. She’s suddenly forced to confront a future she never thought possible, just as a major career opportunity with top agent Cindy Abrams (Cara Seymour) comes into view. Things spiral further when her casual boyfriend, Travis (Matt Rife) brings his overbearing mother (Sheryl Lee) into the fold, pushing Rose to the brink.

She flees to The Crown Inn, a crumbling motel at the edge of nowhere, where time fractures and reality bends. Haunted by sleep paralysis, splintered memories, and eerie motel dwellers, especially the enigmatic Lillian (Madeline Brewer), Rose begins to unravel.

To move forward, she must confront the buried truth of her past that her body has never forgotten.

Shot on vibrant 35mm with striking 16mm sequences, and directed by Julie Pacino in her feature debut, I LIVE HERE NOW is a haunting, dreamlike psychodrama about identity, trauma, and the fragile line between memory and madness.

Provided courtesy of Utopia. Running time: 91 minutes.

About the Writer/Director

JULIE PACINO is a lifelong film aficionado, having served as a filmmaker, producer and photographer for the entirety of her career.

Her work explores identity, desire, and the subconscious—pulling viewers into surreal, emotionally charged worlds that blur the line between fantasy and reality.

Julie has written, directed, and produced several short films which have been showcased at many festivals, including Tribeca Film Festival, Cannes Film Festival, HollyShorts film festival, and Soho Film festival and won awards at Santa Barbara International Film Festival and Cleveland International Film Festival.

Julie Pacino is also the founder of Punch Once, an innovative production company specializing in producing and financing genre storytelling with a focus on bold and distinct voices. Punch Once’s upcoming projects include DEAD MAN’S WIRE directed by Gus Van Sant.

In addition to her film endeavors, Julie is a photographer and has led the creative direction for several brand campaigns including AllSaints and ShoePalace. In 2024 Julie had the privilege of showcasing her photographs in an exhibition called "Broad Strokes II" at the Leica Gallery in Beverly Hills.

About Outside the Box [Office]

Outside the Box [Office] is a weekly showcase for upcoming releases highlighting world cinema, documentary and independent film titles. The series draws from around the globe to present movies that may challenge, inspire or simply entertain.

To view the calendar of screenings, click here

To SUBSCRIBE to our MAILING LIST for upcoming free screenings and events, e-mail the word "Subscribe" to: aago@cinema.usc.edu
 

Check-In & Reservations

The USC School of Cinematic Arts operates all of its programs and activities consistent with the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.

This screening is free of charge and open to the public. A reservation confirmation will automatically be sent to your e-mail account upon successfully making an RSVP through this website. Doors will open at 6:30 P.M.

All SCA screenings are OVERBOOKED to ensure seating capacity in the theater, therefore seating is not guaranteed based on RSVPs. The RSVP list will be checked in on a first-come, first-served basis until the theater is full. Once the theater has reached capacity, we will no longer be able to admit guests, regardless of RSVP status.

Accessibility Needs

Individuals with disabilities who need accommodations to attend this event may contact Alessandro Ago, Assistant Dean, Programming and Special Events, at aago@cinema.usc.edu or 213-740-2330. It is requested that individuals requiring accommodations or auxiliary aids such as sign language interpreters and alternative format materials notify us at least seven days prior to the event. Every reasonable effort will be made to provide reasonable accommodations in an effective and timely manner.

Parking

On-campus parking at the University of Southern California is limited. We recommend buying a day pass for the Royal Street Structure, located at the intersection of Royal Street and W. Jefferson Blvd. Parking passes are $20/car. For more information about parking at USC, please visit USC Transportation Website:

https://transnet.usc.edu/index.php/daily-and-hourly-parking/
https://transnet.usc.edu/index.php/about-us/entrance-hours/

Contact Information

Name: Alessandro Ago
Email: aago@cinema.usc.edu