Eunice Filmmaker's 'Pointe Noire' Coming to Queen Cinema

Award-winning director Pat Mire's latest feature will screen with Q&A sessions.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 1:37pm

Eunice-based filmmaker Pat Mire's newest movie 'Pointe Noire', an original murder mystery set in Acadia Parish, will be shown this weekend at The Queen Cinema. Mire and his co-writer and producer Rebecca Hudsmith will be on hand for pre-show introductions and post-screening Q&A sessions with the audience.

Why it matters

Mire is an acclaimed independent filmmaker from the Eunice area who has built a reputation for creating thought-provoking dramas that shine a light on the culture and history of Acadiana. The release of 'Pointe Noire' continues his tradition of bringing unique local stories to the big screen.

The details

Pointe Noire is Mire's latest feature film, an original murder mystery set in the Pointe Noire community of Acadia Parish. The film promises to reveal long-buried secrets from 30 years in the past. Mire co-wrote the screenplay and produced the movie alongside his longtime creative partner Rebecca Hudsmith.

  • The film will be shown this weekend (April 11-13, 2026) at The Queen Cinema in Eunice.
  • Mire and Hudsmith will host pre-show introductions and post-screening Q&A sessions with the audience.

The players

Pat Mire

An award-winning independent filmmaker from Eunice, Louisiana who is known for creating dramas that explore the culture and history of Acadiana.

Rebecca Hudsmith

Mire's co-writer, producer, and longtime creative partner on his films.

The Queen Cinema

An independent movie theater in Eunice, Louisiana that will be hosting the screenings of Mire's latest film 'Pointe Noire'.

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What they’re saying

“I'm excited to bring 'Pointe Noire' to my hometown and share this story with the community. There are so many rich narratives waiting to be told in Acadiana.”

— Pat Mire, Filmmaker

The takeaway

Mire's latest film continues his mission of bringing unique local stories and perspectives to the big screen, showcasing the culture and history of Acadiana to both regional and national audiences.