Palomar's Queer Film Series: "National Anthem" w/ Q&A

Wed Apr 08 2026 at 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm UTC-07:00

Palomar College | San Marcos

Palomar College Pride Center
Publisher/HostPalomar College Pride Center
Palomar's Queer Film Series: "National Anthem" w\/ Q&A
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Join us for a screening of the film "National Anthem" (2023) and Q&A with Mx Tessa Trujillo, the President of the San Diego Gay Rodeo.
About this Event


EVENT DETAILS:

Join Palomar College's Pride Center for a very special screening of National Anthem followed by an in-person conversation with President of the San Diego Chapter of Golden State Gay Rodeo, Mx Tessa! The screening will take place on Palomar College's San Marcos campus on April 8th at 6:00pm in room D-10.



RSVPS:

This event is free. RSVPs are appreciated but not required. We're so excited to see you there!



Screening Location:

The screening and Q&A will take place in room D-10 on Palomar College's San Marcos campus. The "D" building runs between parking lots 1&2 to the south and Comet Circle to the north. Room D-10 is located on the north side of the building, along Comet Circle road. For a map of the campus, please visit: https://www.palomar.edu/about/san-marcos-campus/?location=d



FILM SYNOPSIS:

National Anthem(2023)

Dylan (Charlie Plummer), a soft-spoken 21-year-old construction worker, is the de facto father figure to his little brother and works odd jobs to help the family get by. After he finds himself with the opportunity to work at a ranch, he is welcomed by a vibrant community of rodeo performers who openly explore their identities and sexuality. He is especially drawn to Sky (Eve Lindley), a force of nature who Dylan connects with deeply, as he begins to forge his own identity. Writer/Director Luke Gilford, making his feature film directorial debut, sets his moving and exhilarating cinematic reinvention of the coming-of-age story against stunning Western landscapes to boldly reimagine a hopeful exploration of first love, found family, and self-discovery that is both timely and timeless.



SPECIAL GUEST:

Mx Tessa Trujillo

Rodeo royalty, Mx Tessa Trujillo serves as the President of the San Diego Chapter of Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA). A San Diego resident, Tessa was named Miss GSGRA in 2023 and became the first Mx. GSGRA in 2024. A stunning ambassador for the organization, Mx Tessa joins us to share about the queer rodeo scene and the role we can all play in our communities.



PARKING:

Visitors may park in Lots 1 and 2 (off of West Mission Road in San Marcos) free of charge during the screening. Parking in all other lots and at all other times will require a paid permit, which is availble via ParkMobile.



ACCOMODATIONS:

Individuals with disabilities, who would like to attend this event, please contact Lene Reynolds at either [email protected] or (760)744-1150 ext 3577 regarding any special accommodation needs. It is requested that individuals requiring auxiliary aids such as sign language interpreters and alternative format materials notify the event sponsor at least five working days in advance. Every reasonable effort will be made to provide reasonable accommodations in an effective and timely manner.


Agenda

🕑: 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Screening: "National Anthem" (in room D-10)
🕑: 07:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Q&A with Tessa Trujillo (in room D-10 and via Zoom)
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Palomar College, 1140 West Mission Road, San Marcos, United States

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