Orbit(Film) Circulating in July
A whimsical and scientific omnibus of short films about our solar system, commissioned and created by Cinemad and Rooftop Films, landing in Portland, Chicago and San Francisco in July.
Freedom Rings Across Five Boroughs
Five Boroughs + Thirty Screenings + Zero Cost / All Summer Long = Rooftop Films Free Summer Series
Look Out! Flicks on the Beach Returns to Coney Island July 2nd
We are please to announce the return of Flicks on the Beach to Coney Island starting this July, presented by NYC & Co. and Rooftop Films. This season’s lineup brings up and coming filmmakers, modern classics, and a historic celebration
Byron Hurt’s “Soul Food Junkies” Goes for the Gold in Miami
Acclaimed independent filmmaker Byron Hurt’s latest film Soul Food Junkies will premiere at the American Black Film Festival this week.
Check out Filmwax newest screening series at Franklin Park!
Our friends at Filmwax are hosting a brand new screening series, Movie Night at Franklin Park, beginning this Monday May 21st.
“You Hurt My Feelings” NY Premiere at reRun
Long time Rooftop alumni Stephen Collins’ latest film will have its New York premiere at reRun Gastropub Theater! Steve will be there in person to talk about this darkly comic, off-kilter film.
Meet the filmmaker: Bryan Wizemann (“Think of Me”)
Award-winning filmmaker Bryan Wizemann’s feature plays Rooftop’s Opening Weekend on May 12. Bryan talked with us about his inspiration for the film, his festival success, and working with Lauren Ambrose.
Rooftop Films at Tribeca
Rooftop is proud to co-present two screenings at this year’s Tribeca Film Festival, Andrew Semans’ “Nancy, Please,” and Michael Palmieri & Donal Mosher’s “Off Label.” And don’t miss the other great Rooftop Alums at this year’s fest.
New York Premiere of “Black February”
Chronicles an unprecedented series of concerts performed in NYC by legendary jazz composer and conductor Lawrence D. ‘Butch’ Morris.
‘it’s such a beautiful day’ for short films!
Though your thoughts may be filled with Friday and the weekend, be sure to free up your evenings next week for a chance to see Rooftop Alum Don Hertzfeldt’s award winning animated trilogy, in its entirety for the first time!