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Helldorado Days Film Screening: According to Kate
Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park
Saturday, October 17, 2026 3-4:30 p.m.
Join us for a captivating film screening during Tombstone's Helldorado Days! We invite you to experience "According to Kate," a poignant short film that sheds light on the life of one of Tombstone's most well-known characters from history, Big Nose Kate. This film is recommended for ages 14 and up and promises to be an unforgettable exploration of history. Space is limited and registration is required; save your seat at the link below. There is no cost to this program, but standard entry fees to the park still apply.
Register for the Film Screening
About the film, "According to Kate"
"According to Kate" is a dramatic short film that gives voice to one of the American West's most misunderstood women. Years after the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral, aging frontier survivor Kate Elder, better known as Big Nose Kate, recounts her extraordinary life to an ambitious newspaper reporter determined to uncover the truth behind the legends.
Through Kate's candid memories, audiences witness her passionate and often turbulent relationship with Doc Holliday, her firsthand account of the events surrounding Tombstone's most famous gunfight, and the sacrifices she made simply to survive in a world that judged women far more harshly than men. Blending history with heartfelt drama, "According to Kate" reveals the wit, resilience, and humanity of a woman whose story has too often been overshadowed by the men around her.
About the Author, Chris Enss
"Chris Enss is a dynamic speaker who has captivated audiences through multiple events with Deadwood History, Inc. Her in-depth knowledge of women's history, along with her ability to highlight the often-overlooked stories of women in American history, leaves a lasting impact. Enss not only educates her audience but also brings history to life with her unique blend of humor and storytelling. Her natural style ensures her presentations are not only informative but thoroughly entertaining, making historical narratives resonate deeply with our audience, both intellectually and emotionally." - Rose Speirs, Communications Director, Deadwood History, Inc.
"Chris Enss intertwines her historical research of women of the West with humorous stories that keep the audience wanting more. She is absolutely the best speaker for any organization that wants an education about the history of the West, interjected with humorous stories." - Dennis Gallagher, Founder and CEO, Prescott Western Heritage Foundation, Inc.
"Chris Enss delighted our audience with her storytelling. She is a well-researched historian who adds a wonderful comedic element to her presentation and as such, entertains while educating her audience. She has an uncanny ability to bring the past to life. She is a skilled author, speaker and historian." - David J. Smith, Desert Belle Cruises
