We’re kicking off our final Auteur Series of the year with none other than Paul Thomas Anderson—a director whose newest film, One Battle After Another, was filmed right here in our hometown of El Paso, TX.

And we’re starting big—with Boogie Nights, PTA’s breakout epic of sex, excess, and found family in the ‘70s adult film industry. We break down its unforgettable performances, killer soundtrack, and why this film announced PTA as one of the greats.

It’s flashy, it’s messy, it’s heartfelt, and it’s the perfect way to kick off our PTA celebration.