Bertrand Bonello’s latest film ‘Zombi Child’ is a haunting tale of colonialism and faith in a higher power of any kind
57th New York Film Festival
NYFF 57 Review: The Dardenne’s ‘Young Ahmed’ Is a Total Misstep for Masters
Two of Cannes’s most beloved filmmakers arrive at NYFF with their worst film to date with the frequently offensive and deeply uninteresting “Young Ahmed.”
NYFF 57 Review: Almodóvar and Banderas Get Introspective in ‘Pain and Glory’
Reflective films about filmmakers are a trend from Bob Fosse to Federico Fellini. Now, Pedro Almodóvar does his own take on the form with the touching ‘Pain and Glory’ and Antonio Banderas’ sublime performance
NYFF 57 Review: Kelly Reichardt Stays in Formation with ‘First Cow’
The gentle humor and inciteful dynamics of ‘First Cow’ bring Kelly Reichardt’s brand back again to the expectedly great results.
A stunning achievement of filmmaking, ‘Portrait of a Lady on Fire’ 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 films 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.