KAMIKAZE HEARTS
Get ready for a raw and unflinching look at love, power, and survival in the 1980s porn industry! Kamikaze Hearts is a quasi-documentary that follows porn veteran Sharon Mitchell and her girlfriend Tigr as they work on both a film project and their complicated relationship.
This isn't your typical movie night—it's an intense, searing exploration of desire, addiction, and authenticity. Director Juliet Bashore's film captures the gritty reality of pre-gentrification San Francisco's X-rated underground, blending documentary footage with scripted scenes that blur the line between truth and performance.
Perfect for viewers who crave thought-provoking cinema that challenges conventions and doesn't look away from difficult subjects. Mitchell's magnetic presence and unsparing honesty make this a mesmerizing (and sometimes unsettling) experience.
When: Monday, March 30, 2026 | Doors at 7:00 PM, Film starts at 7:30 PM
Where: Hyperreal Film Club, 301 Chicon Street, Austin, TX
Come ready to be moved, disturbed, and utterly fascinated.
The Venue
Step into the cinematic wonderland of Hyperreal Film Club where movies come alive in the most thrilling ways!
This isn't your average theater—it's a pop-up paradise specializing in unique, immersive movie-watching experiences in thoughtful environments that transport you right into the story. They amplify local artists and host a whirlwind of events, from cult classics like Beverly Hills Cop and Nosferatu with live scores to fresh indie gems, short film showcases, filmmaker Q&As, and wild nights like soundtrack karaoke or music video parties.
- Catch screenings Monday through Friday packed with surprises!
- Discover zones featuring hidden treasures like Kamikaze Hearts or City Wide Fever.
- Join special series highlighting Black women directors, trans stories, or Hong Kong heartbreak melodramas.
- Tonight's vibe? A music video party or best-of shorts—pure Austin film magic!
Skip the multiplex and dive into cinema for the people—your next favorite film adventure awaits at Hyperreal!