Jacob Burns Film Center

?? I’ve heard it said that people come into our lives for a reason…?? See how JBFC membership can change you for good: you’ll save on tickets and concessions, get access to pre-sales and exclusive events, and more—all while supporting our nonprofit mission! As an added bonus, you’ll get a FREE movie ticket (two for duals) when you join by Nov. 28. Join today and unlock the magic of moviegoing ?? https://lnkd.in/e_cxBtCZ

Get ready to paint the town green... Join the JBFC and Pleasantville NY Chamber of Commerce as we celebrate WICKED's opening with "Witches' Weekend" from Nov. 22-24 ??♀? Defy gravity with WICKED screenings and special events #AtTheJBFC all weekend long—then show your movie ticket to save with special offers at over a dozen local businesses! Follow the yellow brick road: https://lnkd.in/enWTqwsK

Something WICKED this way comes... ??♀? We're not in Kansas anymore—get the full scoop on our plans to bring a bit of Oz to Pleasantville for WICKED's opening weekend via The Inside Press, Inc.: https://lnkd.in/e7qcgbDA

We recently sat down with JBFC Artist-in-Residence Anahit Ghazaryan to learn about her current work-in-progress, I FELL IN LOVE WITH A DEAD WOMAN. Head to our blog for the full interview, including her background, influences, and more: https://lnkd.in/dNnax4SA

As adult film courses return to the JBFC, we're proud to introduce a brand new offering—Freelance Video Workshop: From Passion Projects to Paid Work. Designed for experienced video producers aiming to shift into professional work for hire, including corporate promotional videos, documentaries, and training materials, this one-day workshop is the crash course you need to level up your skillset. Get the inside scoop from instructor Anthony Q. Artis—renowned NYU adjunct instructor, filmmaker, and author—here, then register to join us on Nov. 16: https://bit.ly/40s119W

Dive into the darker side of film this fall #AtTheJBFC with Noirvember, featuring cinema studies lectures from NYU Tisch School of the Arts professors, special introductions from film historians and critics, "unhappy" hour gatherings, a one-of-a-kind murder mystery dinner, and so much more. It all kicks off Nov. 3—don't miss this deep dive into the rich history of film noir ??? https://lnkd.in/epyKSwcB

Starting this week, we're giving you more opportunities to kick back, relax, and snack at our Take 3 Wine Bar & Café—extending Take 3's Thursday-Saturday schedule to include Sundays from 1:00-6:00 going forward ?? Stop by this Sunday to elevate your moviegoing experience with gourmet bites, fine wines, craft beers, and more: https://lnkd.in/eiaqG2Ba

We're thrilled to welcome JBFC Founder Stephen Apkon next week for a preview/work-in-progress screening of his new documentary, a follow up to the award-winning DISTURBING THE PEACE (2016). While DISTURBING THE PEACE focused on questioning the narrative we are born into, THERE IS ANOTHER WAY is about choosing our future. THERE IS ANOTHER WAY tells the story of a group of visionaries who refuse to surrender to violence and injustice, and in doing so show that another path is possible—for them, for us, and for all humanity. Combatants for Peace, nominated for two Nobel Peace Prizes, is an extraordinary bi-national group of former enemy combatants—Israelis and Palestinians—working together during an ongoing armed conflict. Faced with escalating devastation and violence, the very core of the movement must face great challenges and show that there is another way. But first they must confront their own beliefs: is this even possible? Don't miss a one-night-only preview/work-in-progress screening of THERE IS ANOTHER WAY #AtTheJBFC on Monday, Nov. 4 at 8:00, followed by a live Q&A with Director Stephen Apkon, Producers Marcina Hale & Keaton Cristobal, and Editor Sean Gallagher ??? https://lnkd.in/eqxy8ha4

From hardboiled detectives, femme fatales, postwar classics, and neo-noirs, to cinema studies lectures from NYU Tisch professors, "unhappy" hour events, special intros from film critics, a murder mystery dinner, and more—new JBFC series Noirvember has it all ?? ??? on sale nyah, see? https://lnkd.in/e2pSRGVF

The JBFC's Igniting Film and Education Celebration took place on Monday, Sept. 16. The celebration kicked off with a welcoming cocktail reception at the Media Arts Lab before the festivities moved across the street to the Theater, where attendees enjoyed the evening's program followed by a lively dinner. The event included a celebration of David Swope Leadership Award recipients Heidi and Richard Rieger, Actor/Vision Award recipient Stephen Lang, and a surprise New Lens Award presentation to JBFC education alums/current staff members Detroit Hamell and Cassidy McKenna. All proceeds from the evening will help sustain and enhance the JBFC's vibrant film and education programs. Our endless thanks and gratitude goes out to the JBFC community, and all who helped make the event such a success—we truly couldn't do it without you! ?? by Lynda Shenkman