This year, the Forum takes place after the elimination of federal funding for public media, which only amplifies the need for the forum, said Hot Springs Documentary Film Institute Executive Director Ken Jacobson. “With the loss of key sources of federal funding, filmmakers are in need of information about funding, distribution, and new ways of reaching audiences.
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Award Winners of the 2025 9th Annual Festival of Cinema NYC

Festival of Cinema NYC Founder and Executive Director Jayson Simba: “As we near the end of our first decade of bringing films to Forest Hills/Queens, we have established a well-earned reputation for celebrating truly independent films and filmmakers from Europe, the West Coast, and New York City as well.” The Festival of Cinema NYC is an independent film festival designed to support and expose emerging filmmakers by screening a diverse range of films, including features, shorts, animation, and music videos.
2025 9th Annual Festival of Cinema NYC August 1 – 10
Part 3 of 3: Film Shorts
47 Director: J. Warren Fletcher Country: USA; Running Time: 15 minutes Almost Home Director: Menhaj Huda Country: USA; Running Time: 20 minutes An Old Friend Director: Nuk Suwanchote Country: USA; Running Time: 14 minutes ana 0091 Director: Robert Brody Country: USA; Running Time: 7 minutes The Anatomy of Jane Doesn’t Exist Director: Kai Brown Country: USA; Running…
2025 9th Annual Festival of Cinema NYC Announces Film Lineup August 1 – 10
Part 2 of 3: 2025 Official Selections
2025 9th Annual Festival of Cinema NYC Film Lineup August 1 – 10
Part 1 of 3

The Festival of Cinema NYC is an international film festival held annually in Forest Hills, Queens, New York. It focuses on supporting independent cinema and providing a platform for filmmakers to showcase their work. The festival screens films from various countries and genres, offering networking opportunities for filmmakers.