Created in 2012, Compassion, Justice & Animal Rights is a HamptonsFilm Signature Program that explores this important movement on film. Bringing together animal advocacy, environmental and social justice issues, our Animal Rights program provides a platform for filmmakers to share meaningful information, stories of inspiration, and tools for creating a safe and humane world for animals. This year’s Compassion, […]
HIFF 2024 Closing Night Film: ‘NIGHTBITCH’
August 15, 2024 by
The 32nd edition of HIFF will present the East Coast Premiere of Searchlight Pictures’ NIGHTBITCH as the Closing Night Film on October 13, sponsored by UBS, with festival programming continuing through Monday, October 14. From writer/director Marielle Heller and starring Academy Award nominee Amy Adams and Scoot McNairy, the film follows a woman (Adams) who […]
Spotlight Selections + A Conversation With…
August 15, 2024 by
HIFF announced today two key films for HIFF 2024 and what is sure to be a fascinating conversation. SPOTLIGHT FILMS, sponsored by AUDI Searchlight Pictures’ A REAL PAIN, directed by Academy Award nominee Jesse Eisenberg and starring Eisenberg and Emmy Award winner Kieran Culkin, sees mismatched cousins David (Eisenberg) and Benji (Culkin) reunite for a […]
HIFF 2024: Views From Long Island
August 15, 2024 by
The Views From Long Island signature program focuses on local filmmakers, the area’s unique landscapes, and the important social and political issues facing Long Island communities. Supported by the Suffolk County Film Commission, one Suffolk County Next Exposure Grant of $3,000 is awarded to a feature film in the section. This program supports the completion of high quality, original director-driven, […]
HIFF 2024 Opening Night Film: ‘MARTHA’
July 30, 2024 by
We are thrilled to announce that the HIFF32 Opening Night Film on Friday, October 4, will be the East Coast Premiere of R.J. Cutler’s documentary feature MARTHA, profiling American businesswoman and lifestyle personality Martha Stewart. Directed by Academy Award-nominated and Emmy and Peabody Award-winning director R.J. Cutler, MARTHA is the definitive documentary on Martha Stewart. […]
