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Saturday, March 21
Central Park
Documentary | 1990 | 176MIN
Frederick Wiseman chronicles everything and everyone that appears in the world's most famed park.
Introduced by Esther Rosenfield 3/21.
Das Erste Mal
Experimental | 2026 | 110MIN
Das Erste Mal presents the very first video works by
contemporary artists. With their experimental and at times
eccentric character, these short films offer a glimpse into
the creative beginnings that already hint at the artists’ later
practices.
The program was conceived and is curated by artist and
curator Florian Meisenberg.
Resurrection
Sci-Fi, Drama | 2025 | 160MIN
In a society where people stop dreaming to extend their lifespan, some dangerous individuals still dream, warping the fabric of time. We experience five dreams, for each of the senses, each chronologically representing a period of cinema.
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Sunday, March 22
In Jackson Heights
Documentary | 2015 | 190MIN
Jackson Heights, Queens is one of the most culturally diverse communities in the US where 167 languages are spoken. IN JACKSON HEIGHTS explores the conflict between maintaining ties to old traditions and adapting to American values.
Introduced by Esther Rosenfield 3/22.
Welfare
Documentary | 1975 | 167MIN
Explores the complexity of the welfare system highlighting issues like housing, unemployment, and medical problems as applicants at an NYC social services office attempt to navigate bureaucracy. It shows both welfare workers and clients struggling to navigate the laws and regulations that impact their lives.
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Monday, March 23
Welfare
Documentary | 1975 | 167MIN
Explores the complexity of the welfare system highlighting issues like housing, unemployment, and medical problems as applicants at an NYC social services office attempt to navigate bureaucracy. It shows both welfare workers and clients struggling to navigate the laws and regulations that impact their lives.
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Messy + Q&A
Comedy, Romance | 2025 | 81MIN
A neurotic sex comedy follows Stella, a promiscuous love addict, who moves to New York City after a devastating breakup. A woman who should’ve already come of age, Stella explores the full spectrum of emotionally unavailable men the city has to offer, capturing the millennial female experience in all its cringe, comedy, and quiet longing. Through all the chaos and disappointing romantic dalliances, she ultimately yearns for connection, identity, and meaning.
Q&A with Alexi Wasser following screening.
Wednesday, March 25
Thursday, March 26
In Jackson Heights
Documentary | 2015 | 190MIN
Jackson Heights, Queens is one of the most culturally diverse communities in the US where 167 languages are spoken. IN JACKSON HEIGHTS explores the conflict between maintaining ties to old traditions and adapting to American values.
Introduced by Esther Rosenfield 3/22.
John Lilly and the Earth Coincidence Control Office + Q&A
Documentary, Biography | 2025 | 89MN
A visionary neuroscientist explores the limits of consciousness through isolation tanks, communication with dolphins, and psychedelic experiments, transforming himself from researcher to mystical explorer.
Q&A with Courtney Stephens following screening.
Two + Q&A
Comedy, Drama | 2024 | 82MIN
With little time and even littler budget, a directing duo attempt to finish their indie movie - but at what cost? Two is a meta-fictitious film that was principally shot in two days, a dark comic satire of gender and power dynamics in the film industry created with an ensemble cast of some of the greatest up and coming comedic talent.
Q&A with cast and crew following screening.
Friday, March 27
Central Park
Documentary | 1990 | 176MIN
Frederick Wiseman chronicles everything and everyone that appears in the world's most famed park.
Introduced by Esther Rosenfield 3/21.
Lost Chapters
Drama, Mystery | 2024 | 67MIN
After years spent abroad, Ena returns to Caracas where she finds her grandmother losing her memory and her father searching for rare Venezuelan books. She discovers a postcard in her father’s bookshop and sets off in search of a forgotten writer.
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Brain Dead Studios presents: The Fly
Horror, Sci-fi, Drama | 1986 | 96MIN
A brilliant but eccentric scientist begins to transform into a giant man/fly hybrid after one of his experiments goes horribly wrong.
Presented by Brain Dead Studios. Pop-up shop open 30 minutes prior to screening.
Doors: 9:30PM
Showtime: 10PM
Saturday, March 28
Magellan
Drama | 2025 | 160MIN
A portrayal of Ferdinand Magellan and Beatriz Barbosa's 1517 marriage in Seville, focusing on their brief time together before his departure on the Spanish crown's expedition.
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The Love That Remains
Drama, Family | 2025 | 109MIN
Captures a year in the life of a family as the parents navigate their separation. Through intimate vignettes and strange occurrences, the film explores the complexities of family, love, and the impact of shared memories.
Read MoreSunday, March 29
Magellan
Drama | 2025 | 160MIN
A portrayal of Ferdinand Magellan and Beatriz Barbosa's 1517 marriage in Seville, focusing on their brief time together before his departure on the Spanish crown's expedition.
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Monday, March 30
River's Edge - 35MM | Selected by Oscar Boyson
Drama, Crime | 1986 | 99MIN
A high school slacker commits a shocking act and proceeds to let his friends in on the secret. However, the friends' reaction is almost as ambiguous and perplexing as the crime itself.
The Whitest Kids U’Know’s Mars
Comedy, Sci-Fi | 2024 | 85MIN
Kyle enters a contest to go to Mars only half seriously, since he’s getting married in a few days. He actually wins, then decides to ditch his wedding to escape to the red planet. This would all be great for him except the luxury accommodations are a facade, his shipmates are insane, and the crew gets stranded on Mars with no way home.
Read MoreTuesday, March 31
Freeway - 35MM | Selected by Oscar Boyson
Thriller, Crime, Drama | 1996 | 104MIN
Loosely based on the fable Little Red Riding Hood, this gritty thriller follows a savvy young lady as she leaves her dysfunctional family for peace in the trailer-home of her grandma. Pursued by an evil, child psychologist on her journey for redemption, she must use wit and cunning to survive.
Read MoreWednesday, April 01
Freeway - 35MM | Selected by Oscar Boyson
Thriller, Crime, Drama | 1996 | 104MIN
Loosely based on the fable Little Red Riding Hood, this gritty thriller follows a savvy young lady as she leaves her dysfunctional family for peace in the trailer-home of her grandma. Pursued by an evil, child psychologist on her journey for redemption, she must use wit and cunning to survive.
Read MoreThursday, April 02
The Love That Remains
Drama, Family | 2025 | 109MIN
Captures a year in the life of a family as the parents navigate their separation. Through intimate vignettes and strange occurrences, the film explores the complexities of family, love, and the impact of shared memories.
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La Notte
Drama | 1961 | 115MIN
A day in the life of an unfaithful married couple and their steadily deteriorating relationship.
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Love Jones
Romance, Drama, Comedy | 1997 | 109MIN
Darius Lovehall is a young black poet in Chicago who starts dating Nina Moseley, a beautiful and talented photographer. While trying to figure out if they've got a "love thing" or are just "kicking it," they hang out with their friend, talking about love and sex. Then Nina tests the strength of Darius' feelings and sets a chain of romantic complications into motion.
Read MoreFriday, April 03
La Notte
Drama | 1961 | 115MIN
A day in the life of an unfaithful married couple and their steadily deteriorating relationship.
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Pillion
Drama, Comedy, Romance | 2025 | 107MIN
A timid man is swept off his feet when an enigmatic, impossibly handsome biker takes him on as his submissive.
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Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within - 35MM + Seminar
Sci-Fi, Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Romance | 2001 | 106MIN
A scientist makes a last stand on Earth with the help of a ragtag team of soldiers against an invasion of alien phantoms.
Preceded by special seminar conducted by filmmaker Heather Landsman.
Saturday, April 04
Magellan
Drama | 2025 | 160MIN
A portrayal of Ferdinand Magellan and Beatriz Barbosa's 1517 marriage in Seville, focusing on their brief time together before his departure on the Spanish crown's expedition.
Read More
River's Edge - 35MM | Selected by Oscar Boyson
Drama, Crime | 1986 | 99MIN
A high school slacker commits a shocking act and proceeds to let his friends in on the secret. However, the friends' reaction is almost as ambiguous and perplexing as the crime itself.
Pillion
Drama, Comedy, Romance | 2025 | 107MIN
A timid man is swept off his feet when an enigmatic, impossibly handsome biker takes him on as his submissive.
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Crocodile Dose + Q&A
Comedy | 2026 | 70MIN
On their first summer back from college, best friends Curtis, Jimmy, and Abe embark on a fantastical 24-hour odyssey of drugs and alcohol on their way to a house party hosted by Curtis’s ex-girlfriend, Jane. When their pursuit of hedonism leads to Jane and Curtis reuniting prematurely, Curtis is unable to handle his emotions and loses touch with his relationships and reality.
Q&A with Chase Mackay following screening.
Sunday, April 05
La Notte
Drama | 1961 | 115MIN
A day in the life of an unfaithful married couple and their steadily deteriorating relationship.
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Freeway - 35MM | Selected by Oscar Boyson
Thriller, Crime, Drama | 1996 | 104MIN
Loosely based on the fable Little Red Riding Hood, this gritty thriller follows a savvy young lady as she leaves her dysfunctional family for peace in the trailer-home of her grandma. Pursued by an evil, child psychologist on her journey for redemption, she must use wit and cunning to survive.
Read MoreMonday, April 06
Tuesday, April 07
Love Jones
Romance, Drama, Comedy | 1997 | 109MIN
Darius Lovehall is a young black poet in Chicago who starts dating Nina Moseley, a beautiful and talented photographer. While trying to figure out if they've got a "love thing" or are just "kicking it," they hang out with their friend, talking about love and sex. Then Nina tests the strength of Darius' feelings and sets a chain of romantic complications into motion.
Read MoreSaturday, April 11
Secrets & Lies
Drama, Comedy | 1996 | 136MIN
Following the death of her adoptive parents, a successful young black optometrist establishes contact with her biological mother -- a lonely white factory worker living in poverty in East London.
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Dreams in Nightmares + Q&A
Drama | 2024 | 128MIN
Three black queer femmes in their mid 30s take a road trip across the Midwestern United States in search of their friend who has seemingly disappeared off the grid.
Filmmaker Q&A following screening.
Part of The Future of Film is Female's THREE FILMS, FIVE CITIES project.
Sunday, April 12
8 1/2 - 35MM
Drama, Comedy | 1963 | 138MIN
Guido seeks peace after his success but faces pressure from past collaborators. As he struggles with creativity, he reflects on his life and past romances.
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Reeling + Q&A
Drama | 2025 | 85MIN
REELING, the striking debut feature by Yana Alliata, is a lyrical and emotionally charged exploration of memory, trauma, and belonging set against the idyllic family property on Oahu’s windward side. After a life-altering accident, Ryan returns to his family’s homestead for a birthday luau, attempting to reconnect with old friends and relatives who now feel like strangers.
REELING is produced by the singular Werner Herzog.
Filmmaker Q&A following screening.
Part of The Future of Film is Female's THREE FILMS, FIVE CITIES project.
Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within - 35MM + Seminar
Sci-Fi, Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Romance | 2001 | 106MIN
A scientist makes a last stand on Earth with the help of a ragtag team of soldiers against an invasion of alien phantoms.
Preceded by special seminar conducted by filmmaker Heather Landsman.
Friday, April 17
Revelations of Divine Love + Q&A
Drama, History | 2025 | 73MIN
An irreverent biopic vividly realized through fantastic psychedelia and handmade sets with an ever-topical feminist approach, Revelations of Divine Love is inspired by and adapted from the memoir of 14th-century mystic and philosopher Julian of Norwich and an account of religious ecstasy, plague, and revolt considered to be the first book to be authored by a woman in English.
Q&A with Caroline Golum following all screenings.
Saturday, April 18
Revelations of Divine Love + Q&A
Drama, History | 2025 | 73MIN
An irreverent biopic vividly realized through fantastic psychedelia and handmade sets with an ever-topical feminist approach, Revelations of Divine Love is inspired by and adapted from the memoir of 14th-century mystic and philosopher Julian of Norwich and an account of religious ecstasy, plague, and revolt considered to be the first book to be authored by a woman in English.
Q&A with Caroline Golum following all screenings.
Sunday, April 19
Revelations of Divine Love + Q&A
Drama, History | 2025 | 73MIN
An irreverent biopic vividly realized through fantastic psychedelia and handmade sets with an ever-topical feminist approach, Revelations of Divine Love is inspired by and adapted from the memoir of 14th-century mystic and philosopher Julian of Norwich and an account of religious ecstasy, plague, and revolt considered to be the first book to be authored by a woman in English.
Q&A with Caroline Golum following all screenings.
Friday, May 01
A Century in Sound | Doc’n Roll NYC FF
Documentary, Music, History | 2024 | 101MIN
Doc’n Roll NYC FF Presents:
A CENTURY IN SOUND is a six part documentary that tells a 100-year history of Tokyo through music and memory, done so through the “unique-to-Japan” cultural phenomenon of music focused establishments known collectively as “ONGAKU KISSA” (lit. “music cafes”). Places where local residents have gathered for decades to give reverence to the music they love.
NY Premiere.
Saturday, May 02
Tony Foster: Painting at the Edge + Q&A | Doc’n Roll NYC FF
Documentary, Music | 2025 | 95MIN
Doc’n Roll NYC FF Presents:
Award-winning visual artist Tony Foster has spent nine of the past thirty-five years living in a tadpole tent, using his art as a platform to advocate for the conservation of wild land and raise awareness of climate change. Part explorer, part artist, he routinely risks his life to find the perfect undiscovered landscape. He does not use photography or sketches but paints on site, often in the most difficult weather and uncomfortable circumstances.
NY Premiere.
Filmmaker Q&A following screening.
Köln Tracks: The Legend of Keith Jarrett's Koln Concert | Doc’n Roll NYC FF
Documentary, Concert | 2026 | 77MIN
Doc’n Roll NYC FF Presents:
The Köln Concert is one of the most legendary recordings in jazz history — the best-selling solo jazz album ever made. Yet the performance behind it almost didn’t happen.
This documentary retraces Keith Jarrett’s famous 1975 concert in Cologne, where a series of unexpected obstacles — including a problematic piano and an exhausted musician — nearly caused the event to collapse.
World Premiere.
Sunday, May 03
Big Mama Thornton: I Can't Be Anyone But Me + Q&A | Doc’n Roll NYC FF
Documentary, Music | 2025 | 88MIN
Doc’n Roll NYC FF Presents:
This fascinating documentary profiles Willie Mae “Big Mama” Thornton as a blues powerhouse who shook American music to its core. Towering in voice and presence, she made “Hound Dog” a #1 hit before Elvis ever sang it, and her ferocious “Ball & Chain” launched Janis Joplin’s career.
NY Premiere.
Filmmaker Q&A following screening.
In Time: Dónal Lunny + Q&A | Doc’n Roll NYC FF
Documentary, Music | 2025 | 90MIN
Doc’n Roll NYC FF Presents:
Dónal Lunny is one of Ireland’s most outstanding artists, and this is the first film account of his life – a portrait that explores his peerless contribution to Irish culture and music.
NY Premiere.
Q&A following screening