The New Museum's Films program showcases a wide range of contemporary films and videos, with a focus on emerging and underrepresented artists. The program aims to foster a dialogue between artists and the public, and to provide a platform for critical thinking and discussion about the role of moving images in contemporary culture.
The Films program presents feature-length films, shorts, documentaries, experimental works, and video installations. Films are screened in the Museum's state-of-the-art cinema, located on the second floor of the building. The cinema features a 40-foot screen, a Dolby sound system, and comfortable seating for over 100 people.
In addition to screenings, the Films program also hosts talks, workshops, and panel discussions with filmmakers, artists, and critics. These events provide an opportunity for the public to engage with the artists and learn more about the films and their contexts.
The Films program is curated by a team of experts in contemporary art and film. The curators work closely with the artists to select films that are innovative, challenging, and relevant to the Museum's mission.
Recent Highlights
Some recent highlights from the New Museum's Films program include:
* "The Last Black Man in San Francisco" (2019): This critically acclaimed film by Joe Talbot tells the story of a young black man who is struggling to find his place in a rapidly changing city. The film was nominated for three Academy Awards, including Best Picture.
* "Atlantics" (2019): This debut film by Mati Diop tells the story of a group of young Senegalese men who migrate to Europe in search of a better life. The film won the Grand Prix at the 2019 Cannes Film Festival.
* "The Human Voice" (2020): This short film by Pedro Almodóvar stars Tilda Swinton as a woman who is abandoned by her lover. The film is based on the play of the same name by Jean Cocteau.
Upcoming Screenings
The New Museum's Films program has a number of exciting screenings coming up in the months ahead. Some of the highlights include:
* "The Woman Who Ran" (2020): This acclaimed film by Hong Sang-soo tells the story of a woman who leaves her husband and goes on a road trip. The film was selected for the 2020 Cannes Film Festival.
* "The Mauritanian" (2021): This powerful legal drama tells the story of a Mauritanian man who is held without charge in Guantánamo Bay for 14 years. The film stars Jodie Foster and Tahar Rahim.
* "The Northman" (2022): This epic historical film from Robert Eggers stars Alexander Skarsgård, Nicole Kidman, and Ethan Hawke. The film tells the story of a Viking prince who seeks revenge for his father's murder.
The New Museum's Films program is a vital part of the Museum's mission to present the most cutting-edge contemporary art. The program provides a platform for emerging and underrepresented artists to showcase their work, and it fosters a dialogue between artists and the public about the role of moving images in contemporary culture.