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New York Film Festival unveils lineup to main slate. James Gray opens and Ava DuVernay closes

New York Film Festival unveils lineup to main slate. James Gray opens and Ava DuVernay closes

Summary

The New York Film Festival announced the main lineup for its 64th edition, featuring 32 films screened from September 25 to October 12. The festival will open with James Gray’s crime drama "Paper Tiger" and close with Ava DuVernay’s documentary "14th," which explores a contested constitutional amendment. The centerpiece gala will showcase Tony Gilroy’s world premiere film "Behemoth!" starring Pedro Pascal.

Key Facts

  • The 64th New York Film Festival will run from September 25 to October 12.
  • The main slate includes 32 selected films by various directors.
  • James Gray’s "Paper Tiger," set in Queens, will open the festival.
  • Ava DuVernay’s documentary "14th" will close the festival. It focuses on a debated constitutional amendment related to birthright citizenship.
  • Tony Gilroy’s "Behemoth!" starring Pedro Pascal will be the centerpiece gala and will have its world premiere at the festival.
  • Other filmmakers featured include Pedro Almodovar, Ryusuke Hamaguchi, Mike Leigh, and Pawel Pawlikowski.
  • Takashi Yamazaki’s "Godzilla Minus Zero" sequel will premiere at the festival on September 26.
  • The festival program reflects contemporary global issues through diverse creative films.
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