Editorial Review
The Film Forum is without a doubt one of New York City's cultural treasures. As a cinema of ideas, Film Forum is committed to presenting an international array of films that treat diverse social, political, historical and cultural realities. Unlike commercial cinemas that primarily show high-grossing, Hollywood films, Film Forum’s programs are thoughtfully curated, with attention to unique cinematic qualities, historical importance individually or within a genre and, particularly for documentaries, relevance to today’s world.
In this light the Forum typically presents two distinct, complementary film programs – NYC theatrical premieres of American independents and foreign art films; and repertory selections including foreign and American classics, genre works, festivals and directors’ retrospectives. Thier third screen is dedicated to extended runs of popular selections from both programs, as well as new films for longer engagements.
Like most art house cinemas the seating and screens are small, but this only adds to the ambience. The Film Forum should be a regular destination for any New Yorker who is serious about film.
