Check out these films screening on Sunday at the Boulder International Film Festival.

Four Mothers

• 1 p.m. Sunday, Boulder Theater

• Ireland/U.K. feature film, 89 minutes, 2023

• Colorado premiere

“Four Mothers” is the funny and touching story of one Irish son juggling four very different mothers. It follows Edward (James McArdle), an up-and-coming novelist who is forced to balance press commitments for his U.S. book tour with caring for his octogenarian mother. When his three closest friends head off on an impromptu Pride holiday — and leave their own aging mothers in Edward’s care — he must juggle a burgeoning career with the care of four eccentric, combative and wildly different women for one chaotic and unforgettable weekend in Dublin. Directed by Darren Thornton, produced by Eric Abraham, Jack Sidey and Martina Niland.

A Man with Sole: The Impact of Kenneth Cole

• 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Boulder Theater

• U.S. feature documentary, 98 minutes, 2024

• Colorado premiere

• Kenneth Cole and filmmaker Dori Bernstein will appear in person.

In 1982, Kenneth Cole burst onto the American fashion scene. Unable to afford a traditional showroom during the New York Shoe Expo, the enterprising founder registered his footwear business as a film production, enabling him to sell thousands of pairs of shoes out of a trailer in midtown Manhattan. Clean design, high craftsmanship and creative advertising took Kenneth Cole Productions to the top. His fierce, high-risk commitment to social causes has been the hallmark of his brand from the beginning. In the 40 years since, Kenneth Cole has cared for “what people stand for…not just what they stand in.” Kenneth’s commitments to AIDS research, homelessness, LGBTQIA+ rights, social justice and mental health issues have given voice to the voiceless, defied and shattered stigmas, and inspired and empowered action for good. Directed and produced by Dori Berinstein.

Liza: A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story

• 2 p.m. Sunday First, United Methodist Church

• U.S. feature documentary, 104 minutes, 2024

• Boulder premiere

This star-studded tribute brings into focus the dazzling, complex period of Liza Minnelli’s life starting in the ’70s, just after the tragic death of her mother Judy Garland, as she confronts a range of personal and professional challenges on the way to becoming a bona-fide legend. Over these years, Liza seeks out extraordinary mentors including Kay Thompson, Halston, and Bob Fosse. With insight from a coterie of friends and colleagues, such as Mia Farrow, Ben Vereen, Joel Grey, the late Chita Rivera and Minelli herself, this entertaining film illuminates the contradiction of Liza Minnelli: her privilege and struggle, strength and vulnerability, unreal expectations and towering talent. All of this fueled her stunning rise, resilience and enduring place as one of the greatest, most original performers in entertainment history. Directed by Bruce David Klein; produced by Alexander J. Goldstein, Bruce David Klein and Robert Rich.

Citizen Ruth: Environmental Warrior

• 4:30 p.m. Sunday, First United Methodist Church

• U.S. feature documentary, 74 minutes, 2025

• World premiere

• Filmmaker Pamela Hoge and film subject Ruth Wright will appear in person.

“I see a problem and I suddenly become somebody who wants to solve it. I figure out what the steps are and then do it. And it usually works.” — Ruth Wright

This 96-year-old Boulder environmental warrior has the bruises to show from the more than 60 years of battles she fought, and the passion that carried her through the losses and the successes. Citizen Ruth is the compelling personal story of an extraordinary environmental activist and state legislator, and the journey into some of her remarkable accomplishments in the face of many challenges. How did she do it? Her unique mix of passion, persistence and personal relationships is essential. As opposed to current times where partisan politics keep adversaries from working together, the relationships the “Mother of the Greenbelts” built with everyone shows it is not only possible, but often the key to success. Directed by Pamela Hoge; produced by Pamela Hoge and David Walder.