On February 6, 2023, an earthquake on the border of Turkey and Syria claims more than 55,000 lives. On this day, I am in an oncology center, 6 days since having my tumor removed, and in the afternoon my partner ends our relationships. Blending memory and theory, this autofiction documentary unfolds the relationships between love(s) and catastrophes.
The Prophet Joseph Smith is dead, killed by a mob. Enemies of the LDS Church think the church will die with Joseph. In fact, that danger is a real possibility. The crisis is undeniable, and the saints in Nauvoo are in chaos.
Drawing inspiration from cringe comedy classics, THE PREMIERE is a largely improvised comedy that blurs the line between fact and fiction, taking the audience on a hilarious and unpredictable ride from start to finish. Sam (played by Pezzullo), a painfully narcissistic and delusional theater producer, attempts to make a musical version of his favorite movie, SCREAM, at a local theater in Sag Harbor, New York, encountering a series of awkward and outrageous scenarios along the way. Supported by a cast of quirky characters and real life locals, the film is both a love letter to and a satirical commentary on the Hamptons that breaks the mold of traditional storytelling, described by the filmmakers simply as a mockumentary about a documentary about making a musical about a movie.
An unmonitored clandestine research project suffers a "technical malfunction" and each of the isolated volunteers must devise an escape plan or face certain death.
Against the stunning backdrops of the Dominican Republic, "El Trayecto" unfolds as a poignant coming-of-age comedy, showcasing the trans-formative power of friendship against the picturesque landscapes of Samaná. Yasser, Camila, Karina, and Richarson, each with their unique personalities, set out on what initially seems like a straightforward trek between two beaches. As they navigate the visually captivating yet physically demanding terrain, the expedition evolves into a crucible for personal growth and self-discovery. The dichotomy between Yasser's immaturity and Richarson's uptight demeanor provides not only moments of humor but also valuable insights. Camila, the grounded force, and Karina, the free spirit, contribute to the group dynamic, creating a tapestry of diverse personalities.
One neighborhood in New York City, March 2020: the coronavirus is spreading rapidly, the federal government is clueless, and life seems increasingly surreal. A month later, the city has become an epicenter of the pandemic as the death rate spirals upwards. Then the racial justice protests erupt... Strange Days Diary NYC is an intimate account of living through a disruptive, frightening, yet inspiring time.
After inheriting an old mudbrick house in his home village in Eastern Europe, a man returns after spending his whole life in England, only to find out that inhabitants are hiding a dark secret about the pagan Slavic cult and his own past.
When impulsive rebel Hannah goads her friends into summoning a demon for some hellish hijinks, the gang are totally bedevilled by what they bring to Earth. It's a demon alright, but one in training who needs help to "earn his devil horns"!
Did you ever fall asleep watching television in the living room as a child? You woke up and you were alone. You then had a long terrifying journey back to your bedroom. Going room to room, turning lights on and off as you go as to not be consumed by the dark. Hearing noises, seeing shadows. It’s only your imagination… right? What if it wasn’t? What if there truly is something terrifying, lurking in the dark, waiting to come and get you!
A down on his luck junky decides to lock himself in his basement for detox. He could have never predicted his demons would manifest. How far would you go to get clean? A Detox Horrific explores the horrors and misery of withdrawal symptoms as Jax navigates his new and claustrophobic situation. As he tries to fill his time to distract himself from the pain - something is manifesting down the hallway - something sinister. In order for Jax to come out of the other side of his addiction, he will have to face his demons and confront himself before it's too late. One thing is for sure - this is A Detox Horrific.
For one extraordinary week in February 1972, the Revolution WAS televised. DAYTIME REVOLUTION takes us back in time to the week that John Lennon and Yoko Ono descended upon a Philadelphia broadcasting studio to co-host the iconic Mike Douglas Show, at that time the most popular show on daytime television, with a national audience of 40 million viewers each week. What followed was five unforgettable episodes of television, with Lennon and Ono at the helm and Douglas gamely keeping the show on track.
On September 22, 1975, 45-year-old Sara Jane Moore took a revolver out of her purse and fired two shots at President Gerald Ford on a crowded sidewalk in San Francisco’s Union Square. This failed political assassination was destined to become a strange historical footnote, yet Moore is revealed as an extraordinary subject in this expansive, fascinating new documentary by the protean Robinson Devor (The Woman Chaser, NYFF37). Having served more than 30 years of a life prison sentence, Moore tells her own story, from FBI informant to would-be assassin, all of which Devor dramatizes against the backdrop of the era’s prevalent political unrest and militancy, of Attica, the Black Panthers, the U.S.-backed Chilean coup, and the Symbionese Liberation Army. A pugnacious and unapologetic interview subject, Moore holds the center of a fleet and compelling nonfiction drama with the feel of a 1970s thriller.
Sonja has been left with an unknown woman's baby on a train platform. As the baby's mother cannot be found, desperation rises in an intense psychological drama where the question marks multiply as the clock ticks toward departure.
Five years after surviving Art the Clown's Halloween massacre, Sienna and Jonathan are still struggling to rebuild their shattered lives. As the holiday season approaches, they try to embrace the Christmas spirit and leave the horrors of the past behind. But just when they think they're safe, Art returns, determined to turn their holiday cheer into a new nightmare. The festive season quickly unravels as Art unleashes his twisted brand of terror, proving that no holiday is safe.
French-American artist Niki de Saint-Phalle, from the age of 23, is a model and an aspiring actor who is married and has a two year old daughter. Together, they flee the U.S. during the oppressive McCarthy era and come to France, where they experience a short-lived euphoria. Soon, distant and frightening memories begin to emerge in Niki’s mind. Her vocation as an artist will be her salvation.
Behind the Bucket is a documentary following members of the 501st Legion--Star Wars Enthusiasts--showing how they are much more than adults playing dress-up. The 501st are compassionate, charitable, and down to earth people doing what's right for those in need. There's a reason why their motto is "Bad Guys Doing Good".