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

A Special Theatrical Screening of

THE SQUIRREL

Finland's Official Submission: Best International Feature Film
99th Academy Awards®

Written & Directed by Markus Lehmusruusu 
Produced by Misha Jaari and Mark Lwoff

Followed by a Q&A with Markus Lehmusruusu 

7:00 P.M. on Monday, November 30th, 2026

The Eileen Norris Cinema Theatre at the Frank Sinatra Hall
3507 Trousdale Parkway, Los Angeles, CA 90089

FREE ADMISSION. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. RSVPs REQUIRED.

FOOD AND DRINKS ARE STRICTLY PROHIBITED IN THE AUDITORIUM.

CLICK HERE TO RSVP
 

About The Squirrel

In a future that has engineered nature away, a designer of artificial animals stumbles upon the world’s last living squirrel — and saving it will unravel his carefully arranged life.

Running time: 92 minutes. In Finnish, with English subtitles.

About the Guest

Markus Lehmusruusu (Writer, Director)

Markus Lehmusruusu is a Finnish writer-director. His latest film, The Squirrel (2026), is Finland’s official Oscar submission, and his debut feature was the most-watched domestic film in Finland in 2019. His films follow characters who have spent years becoming who they think they should be, until that version of themselves no longer holds. After studying law, he chose filmmaking over a legal career. He lives and works in Finland.

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.

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Check-In & Reservations

This program is open to all eligible individuals. 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

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