The tcm classic film festival and more movie fests are going online in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Nycs coolest movie theaters, from manhattans ifc to brooklyns. Films in tompkins will host screenings of classic and modern film. Named after claire denis trouble every day, the series also features screenings of tales from the darkside 1990, cult classic strange behavior 1981, roger cormans the masque of the red death 1964, supernatural 1933, and def by temptation 1990, which will be introduced by one of the films stars, rony clanton. The term film noir was coined with respect to american cinema in 1946 by, curiously enough, two french film critics nino frank and jeanpierre chartier commenting on a batch of hollywood films surfacing in france in the aftermath of world war ii, following the lifting of the naziimposed embargo. There also happen to be some terrific venues hosting cinemagoing opportunities that are unique to the city.
So, keep your eyes peeled right here for full festival information, submission info, lineup, tickets, details about all the cool events the nychff does throughout the entire year to support genre films and filmmakers. The expansion of movies under the stars is the result of a momeparks department partnership in which the mayors office of media and entertainment is supporting additional screenings and resources at an increased number of city parks and playgrounds. Check out our picks for the best outdoor screenings in new york city this week, june 4, 2018. Whether youre a local, new in town, or just passing through, youll be sure to find something on eventbrite that piques your interest. It plays a broad mixture of independent features and caters to nycs movie. Preston sturgess 1941 screwball classic the lady eve. This cinematic city surely shows all of the silver screens latest hits in cuttingedge movie theaters but look closer and youll discover that the city offers a great selection of independent movie theaters, too. In addition to its pregnant schedule, its also got a pretty damn sweet neon sign and marquee. I figured we could use a thread to discuss upcoming screenings of classic movies projected on 35 or 70mm film so people in the area of the screenings. New york classic film screenings in new york city, rochester, and other cities including silent films, retrospectives, film festivals, and cult classics. The nys writers institutes classic film series, presented with support from marc guggenheim, ualbany class of 92, features screenings of domestic and international films of distinction and film festivals devoted to the work of particular directors, producers, or screenwriters. The halloween guide horrorfilm screenings new york. Movie screenings and film events in new york this week time out. Metrograph is a new manhattan movie theater devoted to screening archive quality 35mm prints and new films in stateoftheart digital projection.
Nycs scary film screenings this year include favorites like hocus pocus, camp classics like little shop of horrors, and slasher fl. Outdoor movie screenings to take place across five boroughs. New york city is a great place to catch a movie, whether it is a latest release or a beloved classic. The best theaters in nyc to watch classic films the journiest. Audiences get the best seat in the house in the comfort and convenience of their local movie theater for live and prerecorded concerts, worldclass opera, sporting events, comedy acts, original programming featuring the biggest names in radio and. Screen slate has published 365 days a year for the last nine years as a daily aggregate of nyc alternative screening listings accompanied by a short essay about something showing that day. Whether youre a local, new in town, or just passing through, youll be sure to find something on. Silent clown film series the little theatre at the west side ymca, 5 west 63rd street, new york, ny.
Theres literally a classic holiday movie for every taste and creed, from the creepy to the silly, to the seriously scary. Working directly with the hollywood studios, the worlds notable film archives and private collectors, our programs feature some of the most revered movies of all timemany with new restorationsand long lost gems. The 2020 tcm classic film festival will cover a wide range of programming themes, including our central theme grand illusions. The new york city horror film festival is the halloween time event not to be missed.
Screenings are taking place throughout the five boroughs. Next time you are looking for a night out in the big apple, try one of these classic haunts of the new york moviegoing world. Known for its offbeat screenings of the best foreign, cult, contemporary independent and classic hollywood films, cinema classics shows a different film every 23 days. Sonic youth recently revealed that in celebration of their classic daydream nations 30th anniversary, thered be film screenings and a conversation in portland, plus more cities tba. Classic film watch follows festivals, screenings and events. Experience the best and brightest in music, dance, film, and theater at the new york public library. The virtual festival will feature film screenings as. An unmissable lineup begins in january and continues monthly throughout the year as fathom events and tcm bring some of the greatest titles ever back into movie theaters. Events and tcm bring some of the greatest titles ever back into movie theaters.
Fathom events is the home of cinematic experiences that offer high quality, affordable entertainment events broadcast to the big screen. Look, too, for short film screenings ahead of every feature. Free outdoor summer movie screenings hosted by nyc. Nearly every evening youll find a screening, weather it be a cult classic, a new indie or a foreign film. It seems that there is an increasing trend to play scores live with film screenings for an audience, in a concert venue. Films on the green is a free outdoor french film festival produced annually in new york city parks by the cultural services of the french embassy in the united states, face and nyc parks. Due to ongoing covid19 concerns, film forum is temporarily closed. The offerings can be quite overwhelming, which is why we. Wnyc transmitter park new york city department of parks. Scary movies elinor bunin munroe film center, 145 w. Find new york classic film screenings see classic films. I also got to perform chaplins city lights in concert with the ny philharmonic in shanghai as well as new york city it was very interesting to perform it for a. With iconic titles that span decades, the tcm big screen classics series has. Known for its offbeat screenings of the best foreign, cult, contemporary independent and classic hollywood films, cinema classics shows a different film every.
Find out about movie screenings for kids in new york city, and other familyfriendly rainyday activities. Top 10 best old movie screenings in new york, ny last. Its a lovely summers day in the uk so im sat inside planning our december visit to nyc. Outdoor film screenings in nyc nu origins magazine. All photos or artwork, unless otherwise identified, are either in the public domain or believed to satisfy the fourpoint criteria of the u. We are not selling tickets at this time, but we are hopeful that we will show all of our upcoming films in the near future, possibly at other dates than originally announced. Scott and commissioner julie menin for a special screening and discussion of spike lees crooklyn, the winning film, at an exclusive reception hosted by the film society of lincoln center. With iconic titles that span decades, the tcm big screen classics series has something for everyone. Film screenings programs series jack smith selects from the grave november december 1 though he passed away in 1989, avantgarde luminary and downtown nyc legend jack smith would have turned 83 on november 14. As a tradition, many of the parks across the city are hosting free outdoor film screenings now, midway into the summer season, we rounded up a list of outdoor screenings of black films on schedule. Were building a stronger film culture in townsville and an audience who are both more film literate and more discerning. From the birth of the movies in the bowerys nickelodeons to times squares grand movie palaces of the 1940s and 50s to classic art houses like bleecker street cinema in the 70s, the city has always had places to catch the latest and greatest films. In 2015, it was restored and remains a nofrills, but classic, movie theater.
Below are places to find classic film screenings throughout new york. All festival screenings will go ahead as planned and more information about the affected screenings can be found on the festival page. Sonic youth add more daydream nation screenings nyc w. Film forum 209 west houston, 7278110 film forum shows the most eclectic political and artistic movies in the city. In addition to our online listings and publishing platform, many of our readers have received these as a daily email newsletter. All other showtimes screening a 4k digital restoration. Read related new york times articles about the film. Best independent movie theaters in manhattan nyc tripsavvy.
Several of the films are new and some are old, others are funny and sad, and there are films that are dramatic and actionpacked. These movies are among the many free events of the highest quality that saturate new york city s everyday life. Since its inception in 2008, the festival has expanded the reach of french film and brought classic and. New york classic film screenings in new york city, rochester, and other cities including silent films, retrospectives, film. Mayors office of media and entertainment kicks off 150.
The best movie screenings in nyc this week time out new york. In addition to our online listings and publishing platform, many of our readers have received these as. Our annual run of the holiday classic chosen as one of time out new yorks new york essentials capras paean to smalltown values and the ordinary guy who does the right thing is a classic story of redemption and second chances, with james stewart as a man whos come. Film forum 209 west houston, 7278110 film forum shows the. You have many choices when you go to the movies in new york city. Film festivals, screenings and talks harlem one stop. Our film critics highlight the best movie screenings and events in new york city this weekincluding oneoff showings, festivals, and special guests. Tcm classic film festival and more fests go virtual amid. Classic christmas movie screenings in december new york. The series has included rare films culled from archives and private collections, prerelease screenings from. I have been overdosing on trip reports but unfortunately have closed the tabs as ive been reading and lost track of one, which mentioned going to a screening of its a wonderful life i think, a classic movie, anyway. Film at lincoln center and unifrance regret any inconvenience caused by these changes, and share the disappointment of french film lovers who were anticipating the filmmakers attendance.
A classic films screening is not just a trip back in time it is an experience that transpors you to new worlds created by the worlds best filmmakers. For a more academic schedule of screenings, the film society of lincoln center hosts retrospectives and series that explore cinematic themes. As hulu and netflix make it easier than ever to watch movies at home, nycs theaters are. As a premiere 6day annual event, the sloiff showcases contemporary and classic film screenings in a wide variety of venues, from the citys classic art deco fremont theatre, to the popular independent palm theatre, with a variety of unexpected venues from the wine country of paso robles to the seaside towns of avila beach and pismo beach. Here are nine of the best independent movie theaters in manhattan, where you can catch an interesting flick in a.