Bertrand Bonelloβs latest film βZombi Childβ is a haunting tale of colonialism and faith in a higher power of any kind
57th New York Film Festival
NYFF 57 Review: The Dardenneβs ‘Young Ahmed’ Is a Total Misstep for Masters
Two of Cannesβs most beloved filmmakers arrive at NYFF with their worst film to date with the frequently offensive and deeply uninteresting “Young Ahmed.”
NYFF 57 Review: AlmodΓ³var and Banderas Get Introspective in ‘Pain and Glory’
Reflective films about filmmakers are a trend from Bob Fosse to Federico Fellini. Now, Pedro AlmodΓ³var does his own take on the form with the touching βPain and Gloryβ and Antonio Banderasβ sublime performance
NYFF 57 Review: Kelly Reichardt Stays in Formation with ‘First Cow’
The gentle humor and inciteful dynamics of βFirst Cowβ bring Kelly Reichardtβs brand back again to the expectedly great results.
A stunning achievement of filmmaking, βPortrait of a Lady on Fireβ is a story of affection, art, and self-worth.
Exclusive: Danny A. Abeckaser Talks ‘The Irishman,’ Directing, and Street Basketball
Brooklyn native Danny A. Abeckaser seems to have taken the film industry by storm. A writer, director, producer, and actor, Abeckaser’s diverse work consistently shares a deeper side of both New York and the star himself. From Holy Rollers to The Irishman–which premiered last night at the New York Film Festival–Abeckaser opens up about his background in nightlife, his two upcoming filmsΒ Mob Town and Blackjack: The Jackie Ryan Story, and what it feels like to improvise for Martin Scorsese.
As the 57th New York Film Festival approaches, we run down the premieres and events that we are most excited for, and their Oscar prospects.