ASK E. JEAN, a documentary film about journalist E. Jean Carroll and her high profile legal battle that found Donald Trump liable for sexual abuse and defamation, will screen at the Nevada Theatre on Tuesday, September 8 at 7pm. A community discussion will follow the screening.

Poster for "Ask E. Jean," a film by Ivy Meeropol. Text reads: This isn't just a story about winning. It's about refusing to disappear. Award laurels for Key West, Sun Valley, Hot Springs, and Palm Springs film festivals. Screening Tues, Sept 8, doors 6:30pm, Nevada Theatre. Presented by Indivisible Nevada County & The Onyx; proceeds go to Community Beyond Violence

The screening is a fundraiser for Community Beyond Violence, a local nonprofit that works to heal the trauma of sexual assault and domestic violence by providing crisis intervention, safety, advocacy, and education to survivors in our community. 

ASK E. JEAN explores why Carroll waited so long to come forward and how she was shaped by a culture that encourages women to stay silent. The documentary traces Carroll’s extraordinary life and career in media—from her days as Miss Cheerleader USA to becoming the first female editor at Playboy, Esquire, and Outside, a writer for Saturday Night Live, and a beloved longtime advice columnist for Elle. ASK E. JEAN is a portrait of a multi-faceted and resilient woman who, despite her legal victories, is still reckoning with the costs of taking on one of the most powerful men in the world.

Local organizer Kathy Dotson says, “Ask E. Jean isn’t just a portrait of one remarkable woman — it’s a reminder of what it actually looks like to stand up to power and refuse to back down.”

Tickets: 

  • Advance tickets are $20, purchased online at www.theonyxtheatre.com. 
  • Tickets at the door: $25. 
  • To ensure this event is accessible to all, a limited number of $15 community access tickets will be available at the door on the night of the show. 

Indivisible Nevada County works to protect our democracy through local education and political engagement. The Onyx Theatre is dedicated to showcasing bold, independent cinema —including international, documentary, and underrepresented voices—alongside select studio releases that reflect exceptional storytelling and craft. Their goal is to spark connection, creativity, and understanding through the shared experience of film.

Event Details:
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 – Doors open at 6:30pm. The film begins at 7:00pm. 

Nevada Theatre, 401 Broad Street, Nevada City

All net proceeds will be donated to CBV.

More information about the film can be found at www.askejeanfilm.com