Friday Snapshots: Premieres, C&R & Views From Long Island

Friday brought four World Premieres (NEWMAN, THE C WORD, CLASS DIVIDE and THE UNCONDEMNED), two awards (Brizzolara Family Foundation and Views From Long Island) and a fascinating Conflict & Resolution panel.     Thanks again to our sponsors, including Delta, Altour, Tribeca Shortlist, Suffolk County Film Commission, Morgan Stanley and more!

Friday at #HIFF2015: YOUTH in Southampton, SON OF SAUL, THE UNCONDEMNED & WINICK TALKS

TRUTH: Opening night was one to remember, and everyone on both Rush Lines was able to find a seat. Success! We hope you all enjoyed the first day of screenings. On with the show! Our newly renamed Winick Talks at Rowdy Hall kick off this morning with what is sure to be a fascinating reflection on the past […]

Q&A: Marc Levin on Finding Common Ground in ‘Class Divide’

Director Marc Levin (SCHMATTA: RAGS TO RICHES TO RAGS, HIFF ’09, and HARD TIMES: LOST ON LONG ISLAND, Audience Award, HIFF ’11) presents CLASS DIVIDE, a look into the modern effects of gentrification in West Chelsea, New York, as seen through the eyes of students from both sides of the street—one avenue and worlds apart. […]

Be the First to See These World Premieres at HIFF 2015!

Undoubtedly, one of the best parts of attending a film festival is the heightened anticipation and thrill of knowing you are a part of the audience for a film’s very first screening… their World Premiere. The director is on hand—often with cast, crew, friends and family—the excitement is palpable, and life goals are being realized, right in front of your eyes. You know you […]