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Jed Ortiz · Private Screening

TIDE
WATER

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Guest

Jed Ortiz invites you to the first and only private screening of TIDEWATER
Saturday, November 7th, 2026 Eight o'clock The Ritz Austin, Texas 35mm print Followed by a conversation with the director.
The Film
Tidewater
Film by Jed Ortiz
Shot on 16mm
Running Time 94 minutes
Aspect Ratio 1.33:1
Presented as 35mm print
Matagorda Island Gulf Coast at dusk
Matagorda Island · Gulf Coast · Texas
The Evening
Pre-Screening
  • Austin Beerworks draft
  • Sparkling water
  • Popcorn real butter
Post-Screening
  • Austin Beerworks draft
  • Sparkling water
  • Popcorn real butter
  • Gulf shrimp a reference to a scene in the film
Screening begins at 20:00 sharp.
No talking during the film.
Post-film conversation: Jed and the cinematographer, approximately 30 minutes.
RSVP
Kindly confirm your attendance.
Seating is limited. Your confirmation is appreciated.
"There's nothing left to protect out here."
— Final line · Tidewater