Short Film Program

Short Films, Big City

The New York stories you know—and some you don’t—all lovingly crafted to showcase and celebrate the greatest city in the world.

FREE w/ RSVP

Mon Aug 19 7:00 PM

When thinking about the city we most times love, some times hate, everyone has a different story to tell. Come for films that find our communities in unexpected moments—whether it’s through pick-pocketing locals, a textual bond between neighbors, or a candy-colored haven for artists. Fact or fiction, these films brilliantly capture the ever-evolving ecosystem that is New York.

The Films

The Candy Factory

Cory Jacobs & Jason Schmidt | US | 20

Drago

Daniel Zvereff | US | 13

A young boy's dream of becoming a doctor is challenged when war forces his family to flee their village and move to New York City.

It's Not About The Hat

MC Harvey | US | 12

Navigating the ruins of a breakup, Cleo attempts to get her hat back from her ex.

Rumpelstiltskin

Ethan Fuirst | US | 7

A man compares himself to the Rumpelstiltskin.

74 Messages Sent & Received

Danya Abt | | 11

Shotplayer

Samuel Shainberg | US | 22

A notorious NYC pickpocket returns to the scene of his crimes, and dissects his link to the act that has ran his life for over forty years.

Event Details

7:40 PM

Plaza Seating Opens

8:30 PM

Films Begin

10:00 PM

Q&A with Filmmakers

Venue

Gansevoort Plaza, Meatpacking District

9th Avenue and Gansevoort Street, New York, NY 10014