One Royal Holiday a Hallmark movie fit for a Regal Audience By: Lauren Stannard It’s that time of the year again! The temperature is dropping, the wreaths are hanging and the lights are twinkling, but one thing is amiss, the festive holiday spirit. Thankfully, there’s a place where one can always find an abundance of...Read More
Wild Mountain Thyme: ‘Slainte’ to RomComs By: Claire Danko, GIFF Intern Overflowing with sweeping views of the lush Irish countryside, John Patrick Shanley’s new film Wild Mountain Thyme is a fable-like romantic dramedy. Like in Moonstruck, Shanley’s love for rapid-fire banter and impossible love stories between quirky dreamers is on full display here. The star-crossed...Read More
A Profile on Peter Billingsley By:Claire Danko, GIFF Intern A table lamp shaped like a woman’s leg and adorned with a fishnet stocking. A precocious doe-eyed youngster, obsessed with a dangerous Christmas gift and six little words that remind us all it is Christmas: “You’ll shoot you’re eye out kid!” These are just a few...Read More
Do you have a budding young Picasso, Martha Graham or Yo-Yo Ma on your hands? Maybe a Jack White or a Jackson Pollock? If you’re looking for a fantastic outlet to channel all of that brilliant creativity this August, we’re here to help. Here are some great virtual classes in our area to keep your...Read More
The 9th Street Art Exhibition, also known as the 9th Street Show, was held on May 21 to June 10, 1951. This cutting edge art ensemble was part of the post-war, avant-garde movement in NYC. These artists are often referred to as the New York School. In the years that followed, the world has celebrated...Read More
Robert Friedman: A Veteran Media Expert continues to Revolutionize the Entertainment Industry When listening to music, have you ever caught yourself smirking while envisioning the video? Or roared with laughter at movies such as Dumb and Dumber and Austin Powers? Felt transported into the mystical world portrayed in Lord of the Rings? If you answered...Read More
The powerful documentary Midnight Family follows a family that operates a private ambulance in Mexico City. Luke Lorentzen incredibly captures the Ochoa’s struggle between providing healthcare for patients and making a living. Moreover, the film disturbingly depicts the monstrously broken healthcare system in Mexico City. Luke provides some insight on the making of Midnight Family:...Read More
Last night, the Greenwich International Film Festival hosted the 5th annual Changemaker Honoree Gala. This year we presented Bobby Walker Jr. with the Community Changemaker Award and Eva Longoria with the Changemaker Award. The night began with a Cocktail Reception at Betteridge. Guests then moved down to L’Escale Restaurant & Bar for the Gala, where...Read More
We are so excited to show the fantastic products that are featured in our 2019 gift bags! From gift cards to jewelry, our VIP Passholder are packed with amazing products. From gift cards to jewelry, our VIP Passholder gift bags have a lot of spectacular items. Thank you to our 2019 Festival Sponsor Douglas Elliman...Read More
Sicilian, pepperoni, plain, whatever your preference, one thing we can all agree on- pizza is America’s favorite food. While most people believe their local pizzeria is the best, after watching Pizza, A Love Story, I’m willing to bet you’ll change your mind. In the comedic documentary, Pizza, A Love Story, Gorman Berchard, transports the audience...Read More
