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David Belle of District 13: Ultimatum

Jenni Miller — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 22:15:28 GMT

The star of District 13: Ultimatum and founder of parkour, David Belle, talks about getting more comfortable on film, his acting aspirations, and, oh yeah, that time he almost played Spider-Man.

Case Study: Entre Nos

Kristin McCracken — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 16:52:07 GMT

Independent filmmakers, join Tribeca Film Institute at the New School on February 16 for a fascinating case study of the making of Entre Nos (TFF 2009).

Free Flick Fridays: Men With Brooms

Kristin McCracken — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 15:23:28 GMT

Get excited for the upcoming Winter Olympics with what is arguably the only film ever made about the venerable Canadian sport of curling, starring Canada's finest: Paul Gross, Molly Parker, and Leslie Nielsen.

Get Your 'Toon On with These Oscar Noms

Jenni Miller — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 20:44:29 GMT

Check out the Best Animated Shorts up for Oscar this year.

TC Kids Club: ET and More

Elisabeth Donnelly — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 16:56:50 GMT

TC Kids Club introduced a new generation to E.T. Kid reporter Allison chimes in about the successful screening. What's up next? Imagination, Adventures and Tall Tales, including Anansi and Indian in the Cupboard. Don't miss it!

Oscar Noms: Ten Talking Points

Kristin McCracken — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 16:14:59 GMT

At long last, Oscar has spoken! Nathaniel Rogers breaks down the news, using the 10 (!) Best Picture nominees as inspiration.

The 82nd Academy Awards Nominations

Jenni Miller — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:48:35 GMT

Finally! Here are the nominees for the 82nd Academy Awards.

Terribly Happy: Quirkily Noir

Kristin McCracken — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 03:31:02 GMT

Director Henrik Ruben Genz channels Hitchcock and the Coen Brothers in this fish-out-of-water thriller set in the Danish hinterlands.

The Good Man in the Bad World

Jenni Miller — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 02:22:33 GMT

The British Red Riding series is a new kind of trilogy—three directors for three films. Directors Julian Jarrold (Brideshead Revisited) and James Marsh (Man on Wire) talk about this unique working experience.

Price of a Movie: 2.3.10

Jenni Miller — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 23:01:59 GMT

Meet the stars of Dear John, Go Off-Broadway for a mere $20, save an East Village institution, and more!

TC Doc Series:
P-Star to Dungeon Masters

Kristin McCracken — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 22:40:23 GMT

After P-Star Rising kicked it off, the TC Doc Series is a smash hit. Join us February 8 for Keven McAlester's The Dungeon Masters. Ninjas and evil drow elves welcome.

The Ghost Writer: Polanski is Back

Jenni Miller — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 19:27:05 GMT

Take a look at new photos and the trailer for Roman Polanski's upcoming film, The Ghost Writer.

From Paris With Love: No Merci

Jenni Miller — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 19:23:05 GMT

John Travolta, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, director Pierre Morel, and writer Luc Besson chat up their flashy actioner From Paris with Love.

From Paris with Love Director Pierre Morel Dishes on Dune

Jenni Miller — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 20:52:42 GMT

From Paris with Love director Pierre Morel takes a second to talk about his upcoming adaptation of Dune.

The People's Globes

Kristin McCracken — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 16:10:22 GMT

The Golden Globes have spoken. What effect—if any—will the populist choices made by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association have on the 2010 Oscar races?

Oscars: The Best of… Everything?

Kristin McCracken — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 16:09:46 GMT

When it comes to Oscar prognostication, the noms and awards from all the various guilds and organizations can either act as indicators of what's to come—or make no sense at all.

The Oscar Combination

Kristin McCracken — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 16:08:20 GMT

What matters most in the Oscar race? Tribeca Film explores the factors, the contenders, and the mathematics as we lead into the awards season homestretch.

Sundance: The Oscar Connection

Jenni Miller — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 16:04:25 GMT

Sundance sometimes has delectable Oscar offerings... but not always. What's happening in Park City this year?

Free Flick Fridays: The Night of the Hunter

Kristin McCracken — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 15:29:00 GMT

Let Robert Mitchum tell you the story of left hand/right hand (or why he's got LOVE and HATE tattooed on his fingers) playing a mad preacher in Charles Laughton's creepy and terrifying Southern gothic classic.

North Face: The Eiger Beckons

Kristin McCracken — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 04:16:50 GMT

In Philipp Stölzl's thrilling new film, two climbers are seduced by the defiantly challenging Eiger. Move over, Krakauer! The movie quickly rappels its way right into the adventure canon.

Help. Heal. Haiti

Kristin McCracken — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 21:07:14 GMT

Looking for a meaningful way to contribute to the relief efforts in Haiti? Join us Friday night for a blowout, homegrown benefit at Tribeca Cinemas. You can help. And heal.

Update: Racing Dreams to be Adapted

Jenni Miller — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 17:02:47 GMT

Last year's Best Documentary winner Racing Dreams was picked up by DreamWorks for adaptation. It's a winning move.

Price of a Movie: 1.27.10

Kristin McCracken — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 03:25:22 GMT

Buy vegan treats to raise money for Doctors Without Borders, help raise money for Haiti at Bell House, escape to Wave Hill, and more in this week's Price of a Movie.

The Runaways Rock Sundance

Jenni Miller — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 16:51:12 GMT

Folks were skeptical of the Kristen Stewart/Dakota Fanning version of The Runaways, but so far Sundance attendees are pleasantly surprised.

Taking Off and Running with Nicole Opper

Jenni Miller — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 18:38:26 GMT

Director Nicole Opper's documentary Off and Running (TFF 2009) began as a portrait of a unique family, but soon grew into so much more.

Rent 'The Cove' on YouTube

Jenni Miller — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 23:06:00 GMT

YouTube is offering users the chance to rent features from the Sundance Festival. Will you tune in?

Free Flick Fridays: The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas

Kristin McCracken — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 19:44:15 GMT

Hello Dolly: We will always love the divine Ms. Parton, seen here in all her busty glory, leading the rollicking musical alongside Sheriff Burt Reynolds. She's the nicest madam in all of Texas.

MoMA Celebrates Frederick Wiseman

Jenni Miller — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 18:57:49 GMT

New York City's Museum of Modern Art is exhibiting films by Frederick Wiseman, one of the greatest living documentary directors.

Super Shorts: Two Cars, One Night

Elisabeth Donnelly — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 22:31:15 GMT

Missing HBO's (recently canceled) slice of New Zealand quirk, Flight of the Conchords? Well, this Oscar-nominated flick will heal the pain, giving you a night of tweenage kicks.

TC Kids Club: Birthday Boy

Elisabeth Donnelly — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 19:49:51 GMT

Buster Keaton's The General proved to be a hit for this cool 10-year-old's birthday party. Join us this Saturday (1/23) for Lamb Chop and E.T.!

Camera-to-Classroom Fund

Kristin McCracken — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 17:24:09 GMT

Camera-to-Classroom Fund is looking for NYC cultural organization partners to help introduce city kids to the power of filmmaking. Deadline: 2/1. Tribeca Film Institute's director of education Lisa Lucas tells us more.

The Reelist: Mad Scientists

Jenni Miller — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 15:40:10 GMT

In honor of Paul Bettany as a conflicted Charles Darwin in the new film Creation, The Reelist takes a look at mad scientists on film. (Not that Darwin was mad...)

Price of a Movie: 1.20.10

Kristin McCracken — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 23:57:07 GMT

Kick things off early with Vampire Weekend, do some yoga at the MoMA, eat on the cheap, see some stories from The Moth get slammed, and more.

Tribeca Takes: Raymond De Felitta on City Island

Kristin McCracken — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 17:09:17 GMT

Director Raymond De Felitta is blogging the behind-the-scenes story of his TFF 2009 hit, City Island, starring Andy Garcia and Julianna Margulies. Join him on this cinematic journey!

Jon Reiss: Connecting Audiences and Filmmakers (Part 2)

Tribeca Intern — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 16:23:20 GMT

Last week, Jon Reiss gave 5 tips on how to connect audiences and filmmakers to keep indie movies alive. Here are 5 more, for those who love independent film—both making it and watching it.

Jon Reiss: Connecting Audiences and Filmmakers (Part 1)

Kristin McCracken — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 15:46:22 GMT

Film lovers—help keep indie film alive! Independent filmmaker Jon Reiss gives audiences 5 ideas about how to connect directly with filmmakers in ways that matter.

The Good Pitch

Kristin McCracken — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 03:35:55 GMT

The Good Pitch is looking for filmmakers of social issue-driven documentaries who want to learn more about non-profit marketing. Tribeca Film Institute's artistic director Beth Janson tells us more.

Tonight at UnionDocs:
Con Artist

Tribeca Intern — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 20:56:33 GMT

TFF 2009 alum Con Artist is playing tonight at Brooklyn's UnionDocs, with a special Q&A with director Michael Sládek afterwards. Just $7 suggested donation!

Free Flick Fridays: Grace of My Heart

Kristin McCracken — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:09:35 GMT

Girls Like Us: Alison Anders' epic tale of a life lived in music follows Illeana Douglas as Denise Waverly, blazing a trail through American music with echoes of Carole King and Carly Simon.

New York Jewish Film Festival

Tribeca Intern — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 21:47:37 GMT

The 19th New York Jewish Film Festival begins tonight at Lincoln Center. With features and shorts from around the world, special guests, and more, the JFF offers plenty of new (and old) insights into what it means to be Jewish.

Director Eric Rohmer:
1920–2010

Tribeca Intern — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 18:59:22 GMT

Writers around the web pay tribute to New Wave director Eric Rohmer, who died Monday, January 11.

Price of a Movie: 1.13.10

Kristin McCracken — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 17:37:32 GMT

Celebrate MLK, sing along with the Muppets, get Sketchy, or visit the MoMA for a free Tim Burton fix!

The Last Station: Christopher Plummer

Kristin McCracken — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 17:35:10 GMT

In his latest film, Michael Hoffman's The Last Station, legendary actor Christopher Plummer tackles a role for the ages: the charismatic—and bearded—Russian author Leo Tolstoy, as you've never seen him.

In the Fish Tank

Tribeca Intern — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 23:23:07 GMT

Andrea Arnold's newest film puts the Inglourious Michael Fassbender in a rather 'basterdly' position with newcomer Katie Jarvis.

Masquerades and World Cinema at MoMA

Tribeca Intern — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 16:40:17 GMT

Check out the underseen Algerian gem Masquerades (TFF 2009), screening this week at the Museum of Modern Art as part of the Global Lens series.

2010 Gucci Tribeca Documentary Fund

Kristin McCracken — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 22:13:01 GMT

Calling all documentary filmmakers: The Gucci Tribeca Documentary Fund will open 2010 submissions for socially-conscious films on October 5. What a great way to launch your career!

Watch: Passing Strange, The Movie

Elisabeth Donnelly — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 15:54:00 GMT

Spike Lee's Passing Strange will finally premiere on PBS this week, as part of the Great Performances series. Learn more about the stage-to-screen adaptation of co-creators Stew and Heidi Rodewald's masterpiece.

Docs on the Shortlist:
Soundtrack for a Revolution

Tribeca Intern — Sat, 09 Jan 2010 03:24:56 GMT

Soundtrack for a Revolution doc co-director Dan Sturman discusses working with today's top musicians to recreate the powerful songs of the American civil rights movement.

Docs on the Shortlist:
Living in Emergency

Tribeca Intern — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:53:14 GMT

Producer Naisola Grimwood discusses filming Doctors Without Borders for her documentary with director Mark Hopkins, Living in Emergency.

Free Flick Fridays: Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas

Kristin McCracken — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 23:17:41 GMT

Before you head out to see the latest Terry Gilliam flick, The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus, check out this hilarious adaptation of Hunter S. Thompson's book (which, incidentally, also has Johnny Depp in it).