Tamara Flores
Get ready for a cinematic extravaganza! The Tribeca Film Festival 2024, brought to you by OKX, is back this week, packed with a plethora of new genre premieres, retrospectives, and thrilling events. Taking place from June 5-16 in the heart of New York City, this year’s festival is set to showcase a blend of emerging talent from around the world and established industry names.
For all the horror aficionados out there, anticipate buzzworthy titles like The Devil’s Bath, a chilling creation from filmmakers Veronika Franz and Severin Fiala. But the horror doesn’t stop there! The festival will also feature the premiere of AMFAD: All My Friends Are Dead, along with special presentations of classics from the masters of suspense, Alfred Hitchcock and Tod Browning.
And if you’re a die-hard Godzilla fan, make sure you don’t miss the grand celebration planned for the iconic film’s 70th anniversary.
Here are 14 must-see events and screenings at Tribeca that you simply can’t afford to miss:
Presenting The A-Frame, a world premiere from the United States. This sci-fi comedy, directed and written by Calvin Lee Reeder, revolves around a quantum physicist whose machine accidentally opens a portal to a subatomic universe, leading to a groundbreaking cancer treatment. As human trials commence, the stakes escalate.
Why we’re excited: Get ready for a darkly comedic ride that promises to be as gooey and twisted as a Tales from the Crypt episode.
When: Grab your tickets for screenings on June 7, June 8, and June 14 right here.
Next up is AMFAD: All My Friends Are Dead, a world premiere from the United States. This film gives a fresh and raucous spin to slasher cinema, as a group of young friends staying at an Airbnb fall prey to a killer whose elaborate murder set pieces are inspired by the seven deadly sins. Directed by Marcus Dunstan and produced by John Baldecci, Sarah Donnelly, Kirk Shaw.
Why we’re excited: A vibrant slasher from the director of The Collector and Feast is something we can’t wait to see!
When: Tickets for screenings on June 8, June 10, and June 11 are available here.
Introducing Beacon, a world premiere from the United States. This film follows a young sailor who, after a solo trip leaves her shipwrecked on a remote island, is rescued by its lone inhabitant: a lighthouse keeper. As reality begins to blur and trust unravels, survival becomes a grueling test. Directed by Roxy Shih and produced by Neil Elman.
Why we’re excited: With isolation, paranoia, and The Nun‘s Demián Bichir, this film promises to be an atmospheric creepfest.
When: Tickets for screenings on June 8, June 9, and June 13 are available here.
Don’t miss The Damned, a world premiere from the UK, Iceland, Ireland, and Belgium. When a ship sinks near her isolated fishing post, Eva is faced with a choice: rescue the shipwrecked or survive the winter. As guilt sets in, the fishermen believe they are being punished for their choices. Directed by Thordur Palsson.
Why we’re excited: This film combines period drama with Icelandic folklore, resulting in a chilling tale that may venture into the supernatural.
When: Tickets for screenings on June 6, June 7, and June 12 are available here.
Experience the thrill of A Desert, a world premiere from the United States. This unpredictable and horror-tinged neo-noir knockout follows a photographer who, while on a road trip, befriends a young couple whose reckless ways turn his world into a nightmare. Directed by Joshua Erkman.
Why we’re excited: This film promises to be an unpredictable neo-noir thriller that’s not afraid to get gritty or violent, but it’s the narrative twists that make it truly unique.
When: Tickets for screenings on June 7, June 8, and June 12 are available here.
Lastly, we have The Devil’s Bath, an international premiere from Austria and Germany. Set in 18th century Austria, the film follows newlywed Agnes, who is deeply religious but also plagued by evil thoughts. When an executed woman is displayed for all to see, Agnes looks upon her with both pity and longing. Directed and written by Severin Fiala and Veronika Franz.
Why we’re excited: From the creators of The Lodge and Goodnight Mommy, this promises to be their bleakest film yet.
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Grab your tickets for June 9 and June 13 screenings right here!
North by Northwest 70mm Restoration (United States). Experience the thrill of Alfred Hitchcock’s masterpiece, starring Cary Grant as an innocent man mistaken for a spy. This heart-pounding thriller takes you on a wild chase across North America, as Grant’s character, Roger Thornhill, is pursued by both espionage agents and the police.
North By Northwest (1959) was filmed in VistaVision and released in 1.85. Warner Bros.
The original 8-perf 35mm VistaVision camera negative was scanned in 13k, with all restoration work completed in 6.5k. The 70mm film print was created at Fotokem by filming out a new 65mm negative. This newly restored version has been approved by the Film Foundation.
Why we’re excited: It’s a 70mm restoration of an Alfred Hitchcock classic. Need we say more?
When: Screening on June 12. Grab your tickets here.
Restless, (UK) – World Premiere. When a middle-aged empty nester’s life is turned upside down by the arrival of hard-partying — and potentially dangerous — new neighbors, things take a violent turn. Directed and written by Jed Hart.
Why we’re excited: This genre-bending film promises to keep you on the edge of your seat.
When: Screening on June 9, June 10, and June 13. Get your tickets here.
She Loved Blossoms More, (Greece, France) – World Premiere. In this visually stunning and bizarre film, three brothers build a time machine in a desperate attempt to bring their dead mother back to life. Directed by Yannis Veslemes.
Why we’re excited: Prepare for a surreal journey filled with mesmerizing imagery.
When: Screenings on June 9, June 10, and June 12. Secure your tickets here.
The Unknown, (United States). Experience Tod Browning’s 1927 silent film classic, a masterclass in subversion featuring Lon Chaney’s unforgettable performance as “Alonzo the Armless,” a carnival knife thrower. This film is a significant moment for disability representation in horror cinema, and its impact remains potent nearly a century later.
After the Movie: Join a conversation between actor, writer, and disability advocate Mat Fraser and fellow actor and disability advocate Christine Bruno.
Why we’re excited: Don’t miss this rare screening of a lesser-known gem from Freaks and Dracula director Tod Browning, followed by a thought-provoking discussion on representation.
When: June 6, 7pm – Grab your tickets here.
Vulcanizadora, (United States) – World Premiere. In this provocative tale from Joel Potrykus, two friends embark on a disturbing mission in the Michigan woods. When their plan unravels, one must face the surreal and unsettling consequences back home.
Why we’re excited: Joel Potrykus (The Alchemist Cookbook) is known for his offbeat genre-benders filled with biting wit.
When: Screenings on June 8, June 9, June 11, and June 13. Secure your tickets here.
The Weekend, (Nigeria) – World Premiere. This gripping Nigerian thriller offers a unique spin on the age-old question: what could possibly go wrong with the in-laws? Directed by Daniel Emeke Oriahi.
Why we’re excited: A tense family gathering leads to a thrilling and horrifying climax.
When: Screenings on June 9, June 11, and June 15. Get your tickets here.
Get ready for the world premiere of Witches, a deeply personal documentary from the UK. Directed by Elizabeth Sankey, this film delves into the intriguing intersection of cinematic witch portrayals and the real-life experiences of postpartum depression. It’s a compelling journey through film history, enriched by poignant personal narratives. The film is produced by Manon Ardisson, Chiara Ventura, and Jeremy Warmsley.
Why we’re thrilled: Documentaries that shed light on film histories are always enlightening, and the subject of witches in cinema is particularly captivating.
Screening dates: June 9, June 10, and June 15. Grab your tickets here.
TRIBECA MUSIC LOUNGE & ESCAPE FROM TRIBECA
Join us in celebrating the 70th Anniversary of GODZILLA, the King of the Monsters, with a late-night dance party that’s as epic as the legendary kaiju itself! In collaboration with Toho International, we’re throwing a unique bash featuring superstar DJ Takuya Nakamura, the wild AnChikSho, and the iconic all-female Japanese rock band Hard Nips! Expect a night filled with Godzilla footage, signature drinks, giveaways, costumes, and even a hilarious presentation of unofficial Godzilla “research” by “Fake Scientist” Shyaporn Theerakulstit. Don’t miss this chance to party with the King!
DATE: Friday, June 7
TIME: 10:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Baby’s All Right in Brooklyn
Get your tickets and more info here.
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