Five films will make their world premieres at the extended, 10-day 30th Annual HIFF, taking place October 7-16. We are pleased to celebrate these debuts and an additional selection of films across our Spotlight and World Cinema programs, and our Signature Programs Films of Conflict & Resolution, Compassion, Justice & Animal Rights, and Views From Long Island.
“It is with great enthusiasm that we are able to once again welcome our film-loving community back to our theaters out East for the 30th anniversary of the festival,” said David Nugent, HamptonsFilm Artistic Director. “With a diverse and robust selection of narrative and documentary films, we are excited to share unique, thrilling stories from this year’s talented filmmakers. We feel so proud to play host to a number of World Premiere screenings, and are honored that these brilliant storytellers have chosen to screen their films for audiences for the first time here at HIFF.”
Learn more about the first ten films announced in the HIFF30 lineup below.
Browse the HIFF30 Film Guide
WORLD PREMIERES
WHO INVITED CHARLIE?
World Premiere
Directed by Xavier Manrique
Spotlight Film / Views From Long Island
Shot out East, WHO INVITED CHARLIE? stars Jordana Brewster, Adam Pally, and Reid Scott, and follows a family hiding out in the Hamptons as their bubble is popped when a Bloody Mary-swilling, pot-smoking ‘Charlie’ from their past shows up seeking refuge.
• Spotlight is sponsored by Audi
• Views From Long Island is supported by the Suffolk County Film Commission.
A RADICAL LIFE
World Premiere
Directed by Ricki Stern
Films of Conflict & Resolution
This documentary takes an unfiltered look at the former First Lady of ISIS, Tania Joya, who for twelve years was married to John Georgelas, the highest ranking American in ISIS.
• A discovery+ release
JANUARY 6th
World Premiere
Directed by Jules and Gédéon Naudet
World Cinema Documentary
This documentary examines January 6th from the unique perspective of the heroes, first responders, and survivors of the attack as they reveal their first-hand experience of the stand.
• A discovery+ release
PINBALL – THE MAN WHO SAVED THE GAME
World Premiere
Directed by Austin and Meredith Bragg
World Cinema Narrative
Starring Mike Faist, Crystal Reed, and Dennis Boutsikaris, PINBALL – THE MAN WHO SAVED THE GAME follows an unsettled writer and his journey to save the game of pinball while also facing life’s challenges.
THE VOLCANO: RESCUE FROM WHAKAARI
World Premiere
Directed by Rory Kennedy
World Cinema Documentary
A minute-by-minute account of unsuspecting tourists caught in a tragic volcanic eruption while sightseeing on an island off New Zealand in 2019, THE VOLCANO: RESCUE FROM WHAKAARI celebrates the survivors, as well as the everyday people who courageously came to their rescue.
• A Netflix release
SPOTLIGHT
CALL JANE
Directed by Phyllis Nagy
Spotlight
Starring Elizabeth Banks, Sigourney Weaver, Chris Messina, Kate Mara, and Cory Michael Smith, CALL JANE follows the story of a brave group of women who ran an underground abortion clinic before the passage of Roe vs. Wade, when women’s reproductive rights were severely restricted.
• A Roadside Attractions release
Spotlight section sponsored by Audi:
COMPASSION, JUSTICE & ANIMAL RIGHTS
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Directed by Jerzy Skolimowski
Compassion, Justice & Animal Rights
This Cannes Jury Prize winner follows a donkey exploring a vision of modern Europe, experiencing joy and pain as he encounters good and bad people along his journey.
• A Sideshow and Janus Films release
WORLD CINEMA
DECISION TO LEAVE
Directed by Park Chan-wook
World Cinema Narrative
In DECISION TO LEAVE, a detective investigating a man’s mysterious death in the mountains finds himself emotionally entwined with the man’s suspicious widow.
• A MUBI release
DESPERATE SOULS, DARK CITY AND THE LEGEND OF MIDNIGHT COWBOY
Directed by Nancy Buirski
World Cinema Documentary
The unlikely story of MIDNIGHT COWBOY, a film that captured the zeitgeist of the country and connected with American audiences despite a host of obstacles, due to the unwavering vision of its director.
GOOD NIGHT OPPY
Directed by Ryan White
World Cinema Documentary
GOOD NIGHT OPPY revisits Opportunity, the Mars rover sent to Mars on a 90-day mission, which subsequently captivated the world by surviving fifteen years and sending back invaluable images and information about the red planet.
• A Prime Video release
HIFF30 will run as an extended 10-day event from October 7-16, 2022.
Passes and packages are on sale now. Our Member Presale begins September 24, with individual tickets on sale to the general public on September 26. Become a member for early access.
