June 5 – June 18 | Special Event Screenings Each screening will be followed by a live Q&A with Dr. Younkin, offering audiences a unique opportunity to engage directly after the film.
Friday 5/29 Q&A after 6:00pm – Intro before 8:30pm with filmmakers.
Saturday 5/30 Q&A after 3:30pm & 6:00pm with filmmakers.
Sunday 5/31 Q&A after 3:30pm & 6:00pm with filmmakers.
In modern-day Iran, Layla, a young Bahá’í woman, and Sasan, a secular Muslim doctor, fall in love, navigating persecution, betrayal, and societal constraint in a society where their relationship challenges deeply entrenched religious and political boundaries.
The viral internet sensation “The Amazing Digital Circus” comes to its long-awaited conclusion in a feature-length theatrical release! This “Last Act” combines episode 8 with the all new, hour long episode 9 for fans to see before anyone else in the world. With Caine gone and the circus dark, the cast are left with only the mistakes and traumas of their pasts to keep them company. As the prospect of eternity closes in around them, they discover the truth about the Digital Circus and its history. Will they come to terms with what they uncover, or will they make… the other choice? Also, presumably at some point someone says something funny, because this ending can’t be THAT depressing, can it?
June 5 – June 18 | Special Event Screenings
Each screening will be followed by a live Q&A with Dr. Younkin, offering audiences a unique opportunity to engage directly after the film.
A rural Iowa veterinarian reflects on building an animal hospital in the big city, confronting the upheavals transforming his profession, and navigating the unexpected chapters — Murders, Mormons, a Modern Family — that helped shape his life.
Q&A with Director Ana Asensio following the 6:20 PM screenings on Friday, June 19 / Saturday, June 20 /and Sunday, June 21.
Eight-year-old Elena prepares for her First Communion while grappling with her grandmother's death. Her friendship with gypsy girl Serezade, inseparable from her goat, makes Elena question her worldview.
Join us for the 11th New York Short Film Festival (NYSFF), a week-long celebration of outstanding independent short films from American and across the globe! Taking place May 15-21, 2026, at the iconic Cinema Village in Manhattan, this milestone edition promises an unforgettable showcase of creativity, innovation, and storytelling. NYSFF champions emerging filmmakers, providing a platform for bold, diverse voices in cinema
Celebrating 20 years of independent film in the heart of New York City, the Manhattan Film Festival (MFF) is one of the longest-running and most recognized independent festivals in the world. Founded on the principles of discovery, transparency, and community, MFF champions storytellers who embody originality and creative courage.
Each year, MFF showcases a dynamic lineup of features, shorts, documentaries, and student films at professional Manhattan venues, offering filmmakers authentic exposure in the largest media market in the world. Our mission is to provide more than a screening — it’s a platform for connection and opportunity.
