Editor’s picks: ‘Red State’

MOVIES

Kevin Smith, the director of such comedies as “Mall Rats,” “Clerks” and “Dogma,” has taken a turn for the serious with his much anticipated new drama, “Red State.” Catch a special screening of the film before its October release, with an introduction and Q&A with Smith. The Wiltern, 3790 Wilshire Blvd. 7 p.m. Sat. $55-$65. (213) 388-1400. https://www.coopersdell.com.