There is a smaller film festival inside the larger French Quarter Festival this year, happening from Friday, April 10 to Sunday, April 12. Films are free and open to the public. Showings are at Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre, located at 616 St. Peter St.

• Buckwheat’s World – exclusive behind-the-scenes peek at the life and music of Buckwheat Zydeco. 11AM
• Streetcar Stories – this broadcast documentary explores the cultural history of New Orleans streetcars and the US streetcar industry. 12PM
• Always for Pleasure – a cinematic celebration of the Mardi Gras that dwells on the sensual pleasures of the festival. 1:30PM
• All on a Mardi Gras Day – the story of New Orleans’ black carnival traditions: the Zulus, Indians, Baby Dolls, Skeletons and the men and women who carried on these traditions for over a century. 3PM

• Spend it All – portrait of the Cajun lifestyle in Southwest Louisiana. 11AM
• Fats Domino: Walkin’ Back To New Orleans – a one-hour documentary and concert special that combines interviews, vintage footage, and a recent concert taped at Tipitina’s. 12:30PM
• He’s the Prettiest: A Salute to Big Chief Allison “Tootie” Montana’s 50 Years of Mardi Gras Indian Suiting – a documentary chronicling Mardi Gras Indian Big Chief Allison “Tootie” Montana. 2PM
• Real New Orleans – this series of humorous videos was written by and starred the late Eddie Kurtz in the 1980’s. 3PM

• This Cat Can Play Anything – a portrayal of the life and musical career of New Orleans banjo and guitar jazzman Emanuel ‘Manny’ Sayles. 11AM
• Louisiana Music Video Showcase – various music videos from such artists as Preservation Hall Band, the Bingo Show, Timothea and more. 12PM
• A Tribute to Toussaint – a concert documentary film celebrating the musical career of Allen Toussaint. 1:30PM
• Faubourg Tremé: The Untold Story of Black New Orleans – a riveting tale of hope, heartbreak and resiliency set in New Orleans’ most fascinating neighborhood. 3PM