About this Event
Before The Joy World Premiere Weekend
Two days of film, connection, and celebration.
Preparing for a baby can bring excitement, uncertainty, and changes that couples never see coming. But how often do we ask how both parents are really doing?
Before The Joy, a feature film written and directed by Jamal Smart an international award winning filmmaker, explores pregnancy, relationships, and mental health—with a focus on the father’s experience and what it means to support someone while needing support yourself.
Join us at Bellmore Movies & Showplace for a two-day premiere weekend. Whether you’re a film lover, a parent, someone preparing for parenthood, or simply looking for a meaningful night out, you’re invited. No connection to the cast or crew needed—just come ready to experience the story and celebrate independent filmmaking.
FRIDAY | World Premiere & Red Carpet
7:30–9:30 PM
Dress up, step onto the red carpet, and be among the first audiences to experience Before The Joy on the big screen.
• Presale: $15 — limited to the first 50 Friday tickets
• Regular admission: $25
Friday admission includes the red carpet experience and premiere screening.
SATURDAY | Screening & After-Party
Screening: 4:30–6:30 PM
After-party: 7–11 PM
Catch the film, then continue the evening at a separate nearby venue. Enjoy food, complimentary drinks, and time to connect with fellow guests as we celebrate the film’s release.
• Presale: $25 — limited to the first 50 Saturday tickets
• Regular admission: $45
Saturday admission includes the screening, after-party, food, and complimentary drinks.
TWO-DAY PASS | The Complete Weekend
Want to experience it all? Select the two-day pass for Friday’s red carpet premiere, Saturday’s screening, and Saturday’s after-party with food and complimentary drinks.
SCREENING LOCATION
Bellmore Movies & Showplace
222 Pettit Avenue, Bellmore, NY 11710
After-party location: 230 Pettit Ave, Bellmore, NY 11710 (NEXT DOOR)
Before you book: Friday and Saturday tickets provide admission only to the day selected. The two-day pass includes both days. Both screenings feature the same film.
Who supports the supporter? Experience Before The Joy—and be part of the conversation.
Event venue & nearby stays
222 Pettit Ave, 222 Pettit Avenue, Bellmore, United States
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