At the AMC Orpheum 7 in New York’s Upper East Side, Taylor Swif t fans showed up in glittering sequin outfits and bright Eras Tour merch for an anticipated 3 p.m. screening of The Official Release Party of a Showgirl, a 90-minute feature Swift cooked up to go along with the album . Showing in theaters all weekend, the film special includes the premiere of the long-awaited “The Fate of Ophelia” video and behind-the-scenes footage, plus all the stories behind the songs on her 12th album .
Instead of the usual movie ads, various promo photos from Showgirl popped up as some of her older songs played over them. As the feature began, Swift appeared on screen, telling fans that she was excited to bring people together to listen to the album.
“The Fate of Ophelia” video played first.