Organizers of the New York Film Festival, one of the signature cultural events in the city hit hardest of any in the world by COVID-19, say they are still exploring in-person elements for the 58th …
, one of the signature cultural events in the city hit hardest of any in the world by COVID-19, say they are still exploring in-person elements for the 58th edition this fall.Film at Lincoln Center
In its 57 years, however, the festival has persevered. In 2001, it held screenings just weeks after the terrorist attacks of September 11. Unlike the dilemmas for other festivals, which have a dual function as commercial marketplaces, the considerations for New York are more about its ability to function as a meeting ground for world cinephiles. Since its inception in 1963, it has been called a “festival of festivals.” Last year’s edition kicked off with the world premiere of, a major awards-season contender, but it also featured Parasite and Marriage Story, which premiered elsewhere first.
“Our goal in revising the festival’s structure was to clarify and strengthen the identity of this venerable The financial support structure for NYFF is largely intact. Film at Lincoln Center has individual members and donors as well as corporate sponsors. Initial conversations with studios, specialty distributors and others who annually take part in the festival have revealed a stronger appetite than ever. “Everyone is sticking with us, thankfully, and hanging in there right now,” he said.
Spotlight, another new section programmed by Lim and Hernandez, will be reserved for sneak previews, gala events, screenings with live or performance elements, guest-curated selections and other special evenings.
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