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Tuner: Preview Club Wrap-Up
by JBFC Film Programmer Ian LoCascio As part of the JBFC Preview Club, subscribers get an exclusive first look at the most interesting new indies and foreign films on our “New Releases” horizon. Every month, JBFC programmers present a special “secret” screening of an anticipated new film release before it is available to the public. After [...]
JBFC to celebrate 25th anniversary with gala honoring acclaimed actress Carrie Coon
Landmark evening will also honor Founder Stephen Apkon and Director of Development Judy Exton for their vision and leadership, in support of JBFC’s film and education programs Pleasantville, NY—May 7, 2026—The Jacob Burns Film Center (JBFC) will celebrate its 25th Anniversary with a Gala on Friday, June 12, honoring Carrie Coon, JBFC Founder Stephen [...]
The Christophers: Preview Club Wrap-Up
by JBFC Film Programmer Ian LoCascio As part of the JBFC Preview Club, subscribers get an exclusive first look at the most interesting new indies and foreign films on our “New Releases” horizon. Every month, JBFC programmers present a special “secret” screening of an anticipated new film release before it is available to the public. After [...]
Artists-in-Residence: Hanna Nordenswan & Hanna Kuirinlahti
As part of our ongoing interviews with Artists-in-Residence at the Burns, we caught up with filmmakers Hanna Nordenswan & Hanna Kuirinlahti to discuss their current work-in-progress. Hanna and Hanna are currently working on Hanna Nordenswan’s first feature documentary, Sense and Sensitivity, which was awarded the JBFC Residency at the 2025 DOK Leipzig festival. How [...]
JBFC joins Inaugural Art House Cinema Week (March 20-26)
The lights dim. Conversations fade. A room full of strangers turns its attention to the same glowing screen. For a little while, everyone laughs, gasps, and reflects together. It’s a simple experience, but a powerful one, and it’s exactly what Art House New York Cinema Week is celebrating. Taking place March 20–26, 2026, the inaugural [...]
My Father's Shadow: Preview Club Wrap-Up
by JBFC Film Programmer Ian LoCascio As part of the JBFC Preview Club, subscribers get an exclusive first look at the most interesting new indies and foreign films on our “New Releases” horizon. Every month, JBFC programmers present a special “secret” screening of an anticipated new film release before it is available to the public. After [...]
Oscars 2026
From Best Picture contenders to breakout performances and unforgettable documentaries, this year’s Oscars celebrate the films that defined the cinematic conversation. At The Burns, we’ve screened many of them — and hosted the artists behind them. Now it’s your turn. Cast your ballot, predict the 2026 Oscar winners, and you could win a full year [...]
Artists-in-Residence: Tony Oswald and Pisie Hochheim
As part of our ongoing interviews with Artists-in-Residence at the Burns, we caught up with filmmakers Tony Oswald and Pisie Hochheim to discuss their current work-in-progress. Tony and Pisie are currently working on their film Newville, which was awarded the JBFC Residency at the 2025 Ji.hlava International Documentary Film Festival’s New Visions Pitch Forum in [...]
Reel Stories: My Four-Year-Old Finds His Place At the Jacob Burns Film Center
By JBFC Member Chris L Vaughan My four-year-old Noah raced into the screening room and found his favorite seat at the Jacob Burns Film Center. Soon the lights dimmed as the little boy reached for Swedish Fish. We were seeing “The Fox and the Hound” during the theater’s All Ages weekend programming. Noah was elated [...]
Jewish Film Festival 2026 Celebrates Resilience, History, And Personal Storytelling
The Jacob Burns Film Center announces the 24th annual Jewish Film Festival, running March 24–31 and April 3-6, 2026. Featuring 20 programs—including narrative features, documentaries, restored classics, special presentations, encore screenings, and filmmaker Q&As—this year’s lineup highlights the intimate human experiences behind defining historical moments. Spanning continents and generations, audiences can expect a diverse collection [...]
