Didn't make it Sundance? Couldn't jump on your jet to Cannes? Lucky for a few of us industry folks and film aficionados on a smaller budget, the 12th annual Tribeca Film Festival has kicked off!
Ok,.. well it kicked off April 17th, (I know, I know- I'm a little late), but don't worry, I have plenty of screenings, talks, events to share with you and a few tips to help guide you through it all.
Movies
The film festival is first and foremost about... what else? MOVIES!
You have about 200 movies to choose from in every genre: Comedy, documentary, sci-fi, family friendly. Most films have several showings on varying days, so you have plenty of chances to catch the movie of your choice.
Review the film guide for more movie options, locations and times:
Here are a few of the most anticipated screenings:
The Machine
A sci-fi thriller about a cybernetic soldier designed by British programmers and its escape from a secret lab during the second Cold War.
Oxyana
A documentary - named Oxyana after Oceana, West Virginia resident's widespread abuse of Oxycotin. Set against the landscape of this abandoned coal mining community, the documentary follows the lives of a community consumed with addiction.
Flex is Kings
This documentary captures the Brooklyn dance movement with a focus on street performers and their innovative contortionist dance moves.
Talks and Panels
This insightful series provides several days of panels and discussions with artists, producers, directors and actors chatting about their craft and experiences.
Here are a couple you may want to check out:
Director Series: Jay Roach with Ben Stiller
It's exactly what it sounds like. A conversation with Emmy Award winning director Jay Roach and comedic actor Ben Stiller.
What are they going to talk about? Who knows!
I'm hoping for a cameo from Ben's dad Jerry.. you never know at these things!
Although it's not until April 21 at 3pm, you might want to book your tickets now. Surely, this will be a popular event.
After the Movie: Elaine Stritch: Shoot Me
Now who doesn't love this brassy Broadway legend? Stick around after her documentary for this panel (Apr 22 at 5:30pm) as she talks about the movie and her long lasting career. This will no doubt be a lively and enjoyable session!
Future of Film series
This event, running from April 22nd-25th, will be moderated by "Talking Dead" host Chris Hardwick and media exec Jason Hirschorn.
Panelists like Morgan Spurlock, the Safdie Brothers, and Lisa Donovan discuss everything from the ever changing creative formats and film distribution to the rise of digital film making.
Tribeca Family Festival (Sat, Apr 27th)
If you're like me and have a budding filmmaker or a child that enjoys the arts, this is the perfect free all day event for the family.
For the grand finale of the festival, the streets of lower Manhattan will be filled with arts and crafts pavilions and live chef demonstrations from local restaurants. You create giant bubbles in the Bubble Garden and see special performances from Broadway shows.
For that lil' up and coming filmmaker I mentioned? Head to the Tribeca Studios Backlot! They can learn about the elements of film making or even stand in front of a green screen.
There are two movie screenings within this event:
Downtown Youth - Behind the Scenes
Screening of a collection of shorts by young filmmakers
Smurfs
with a sneak peek of Smurfs 2
Things to know
Price points: General screenings $8-16
Panels/talks FREE - $25
Packages are available $250-$1200
(Downtown residents, students, and seniors get $2 off general
screenings, $3 off of other tickets)
Box office opens 1 hour before screening. Get there early!
Wanna see a celeb? Best time would be between 7-9 pm at Regal
Theater. They will most likely be walking the red carpet.
Get the app! It would be a helpful guide. Search for it in the app
store
For more information on movies, times, locations and much more,
visit the site itself:
www.tribecafilm/festival
Have fun and maybe I'll see you there!
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