The Dumbo Film Festival (DFF) returns to Brooklyn this October, showcasing 41 films selected from over 2,000 global submissions.
The festival, running from Oct. 23 - 27, will focus on social and environmental issues, using cinema to address global challenges, according to a press release.
The festival will open with a party on Oct. 23 at Randolph Beer, followed by screenings at the 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge from Oct. 24 to 27, followed by an awards ceremony, where the best filmmaker will receive the Grand Bridge Award.
Among the highlights is Brave the Dark, starring Jared Harris, telling the story of a homeless teen confronting his past. Other notable films include Underground Orange, a thrilling tale of a backpacker entangled in a polyamorous relationship and a kidnapping plot, and Runner, a heartwarming story of friendship and loss.
Documentaries like Greener Pastures explore the impact of climate change on farming communities, while Garland Jeffreys: The King of In Between delves into the singer-songwriter’s 50-year career. All You Hear is Noise offers a reflective look at urban life and mental health.
“We believe in cinema as an instrument of universal awareness and social progress,” said Daniele Ragusa Monsoriu, the festival's founder and executive director.
This year’s jury includes Oscar-winners Martin Strange-Hansen and Sara McFarlane, along with Emmy-winner Kathryn Robson and other acclaimed filmmakers, adding prestige to the event.
