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OPENING NIGHT: Annie Turnbo Malone: The Untold Story (61 min) ticket
Thu, Nov 5, 7:30pm - 9pm ESTThursday, November 5, 2026 7:30pm ET Teaneck Cinemas, 503 Cedar Lane, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Kim Love Sponsored by National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Bergen/Passaic Chapter Documentary - 61 minutes Opening Night Film! Annie Minerva Turnbo Pope Malone is the Mother of the African-American Hair Care and Beauty Industry. Against rampant racism and sexism, she built an international enterprise in St. Louis, Missouri, in the early 20th century. By 1920 she was one of the wealthiest women in America. At the height of her success she employed an estimated 75,000 agents, mostly women, including Madam C. J. Walker. Her amazing but largely forgotten story comes to the screen in ANNIE TURNBO MALONE: THE UNTOLD STORY.
Thursday, November 5, 2026 7:30pm ET Teaneck Cinemas, 503 Cedar Lane, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Kim Love Sponsored by National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Bergen/Passaic Chapter Documentary - 61 minutes Opening Night Film! Annie Minerva Turnbo Pope Malone is the Mother of the African-American Hair Care and Beauty Industry. Against rampant racism and sexism, she built an international enterprise in St. Louis, Missouri, in the early 20th century. By 1920 she was one of the wealthiest women in America. At the height of her success she employed an estimated 75,000 agents, mostly women, including Madam C. J. Walker. Her amazing but largely forgotten story comes to the screen in ANNIE TURNBO MALONE: THE UNTOLD STORY.
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When They’re Gone (15 min) / Set Her Free (66 min) ticket
Fri, Nov 6, 7:30pm - 9:30pm ESTFriday, November 6, 2026 7:30pm ET Teaneck Cinemas, 503 Cedar Lane, Teaneck, NJ WHEN THEY'RE GONE Directed by Ragan Henderson & Lauryn Darden Sponsored by The Links Inc., Bergen County Chapter Narrative Short - 15 minutes After an abrupt encounter at a graveyard, two elderly men form an unexpected bond over the grief and love of their late wives. SET HER FREE Directed by JLove Calderon Sponsored by The Links Inc, Bergen County Chapter Documentary - 66 minutes In New Jersey, many women remain confined within the walls of the Edna Mahan Correctional Facility, serving long sentences for crimes that stem from their experiences as survivors of domestic violence. These women, trapped by their trauma and an unforgiving legal system, find themselves without hope of early release—until now.
Friday, November 6, 2026 7:30pm ET Teaneck Cinemas, 503 Cedar Lane, Teaneck, NJ WHEN THEY'RE GONE Directed by Ragan Henderson & Lauryn Darden Sponsored by The Links Inc., Bergen County Chapter Narrative Short - 15 minutes After an abrupt encounter at a graveyard, two elderly men form an unexpected bond over the grief and love of their late wives. SET HER FREE Directed by JLove Calderon Sponsored by The Links Inc, Bergen County Chapter Documentary - 66 minutes In New Jersey, many women remain confined within the walls of the Edna Mahan Correctional Facility, serving long sentences for crimes that stem from their experiences as survivors of domestic violence. These women, trapped by their trauma and an unforgiving legal system, find themselves without hope of early release—until now.
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American Doctor (93 min) ticket
Sat, Nov 7, 11:10am - 1pm ESTPopularSaturday, November 7, 2026 11:10am ET Teaneck Cinemas, 503 Cedar Lane, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Poh Si Teng Documentary - 93 minutes From Oscar-nominated and Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Poh Si Teng, AMERICAN DOCTOR follows three American doctors— Palestinian, Jewish, and Zoroastrian— as they enter Gaza to save lives. They find themselves caught between medicine and politics, risking everything to expose the truth.
Saturday, November 7, 2026 11:10am ET Teaneck Cinemas, 503 Cedar Lane, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Poh Si Teng Documentary - 93 minutes From Oscar-nominated and Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Poh Si Teng, AMERICAN DOCTOR follows three American doctors— Palestinian, Jewish, and Zoroastrian— as they enter Gaza to save lives. They find themselves caught between medicine and politics, risking everything to expose the truth.
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Alien: American Dream Denied (83 min) ticket
Sat, Nov 7, 2pm - 4pm ESTPopularSaturday, November 7, 2026 2:00pm ET Teaneck Cinemas, 503 Cedar Lane, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Vidyut Latay Sponsored by NPZ Law Group Talkback with Vidyut Latay, filmmaker; and NPZ Immigration Law Group Documentary - 83 minutes ALIEN: AMERICAN DREAM DENIED spotlights the emotional journey of high-skilled, documented immigrants as they seek permanence in a country that benefits from their talent, but denies them a home.
Saturday, November 7, 2026 2:00pm ET Teaneck Cinemas, 503 Cedar Lane, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Vidyut Latay Sponsored by NPZ Law Group Talkback with Vidyut Latay, filmmaker; and NPZ Immigration Law Group Documentary - 83 minutes ALIEN: AMERICAN DREAM DENIED spotlights the emotional journey of high-skilled, documented immigrants as they seek permanence in a country that benefits from their talent, but denies them a home.
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The Lorraine (84 min) ticket
Sat, Nov 7, 4:35pm - 6:30pm ESTPopularSaturday, November 7, 2026 4:35pm ET Teaneck Cinemas, 503 Cedar Lane, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Sam Pollard Sponsored by Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Committee Documentary - 84 minutes Urgent yet deeply joyful, THE LORRAINE is both a reckoning with the Civil Rights Movement’s unfinished legacy and a celebration of Black excellence and resilience. Acclaimed documentarian Sam Pollard digs into the story of The Lorraine Motel, shedding light on the forgotten history of a Black cultural institution that served as a safe haven for African Americans traveling during segregation and Jim Crow in the United States. With amazing archival footage and interviews, this documentary is an eye-opening experience that finally does justice to the legacy of The Lorraine.
Saturday, November 7, 2026 4:35pm ET Teaneck Cinemas, 503 Cedar Lane, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Sam Pollard Sponsored by Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Committee Documentary - 84 minutes Urgent yet deeply joyful, THE LORRAINE is both a reckoning with the Civil Rights Movement’s unfinished legacy and a celebration of Black excellence and resilience. Acclaimed documentarian Sam Pollard digs into the story of The Lorraine Motel, shedding light on the forgotten history of a Black cultural institution that served as a safe haven for African Americans traveling during segregation and Jim Crow in the United States. With amazing archival footage and interviews, this documentary is an eye-opening experience that finally does justice to the legacy of The Lorraine.
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CUNY Student Short Series ticket
Sat, Nov 7, 10am - 2pm ESTSaturday, November 7, 2026 10:00am ET Puffin Cultural Forum, 20 Puffin Way, Teaneck, NJ Eight Short “First Films” Eight First Time Doc Makers Straight Outta the Newmark School of Journalism at CUNY 11 miles from midtown and across the bridge ---------------------------------------------- PLUS MINUS ONE - Directed by Lynn Ma Runtime: 14:35 Have you ever been through a friend breakup? What do friends mean to us? What do we do after a friendship ends? This is my first-person bittersweet love story about my best friend and plus one who called it quits. BELOVED - Directed by Delilah Saul Runtime: 21:33 Delilah is a sex worker and journalist-turned-filmmaker in pursuit of answers to a question that’s the central obsession of her life: What needs to change in society in order for sex workers to more easily find relationships where they are loved and supported, just the way they are? BETWEEN HERE AND WAR - Directed by Ollie Ieltsov Runtime: 19:55 A financial analyst and a fashion model who left Ukraine to forge successful careers put everything on hold when Russia invaded their homeland in 2022. Camouflaged in blue and yellow, armed with cellphones and oversized drone-filled suitcases ready for departure, they fight for their independence from the frontlines of NYC. NOEL (I CARRY YOU WITH ME) - Directed by Ana Teresa Colón García Runtime: 17:19 After her grandfather Noel’s death, filmmaker Ana Teresa Colón-García joins her father in packing up the home Abuelo left behind. As they uncover an archive shaped by decades of political struggle and FBI surveillance in Puerto Rico, the process becomes a meditation on absence, independence, and the stories we inherit. DEATH BY 1,098 CUTS - Directed by Usha Sookai Runtime: 19:00 Laura Mata Lopez never wanted to research suicide prevention. But she couldn’t let her Latina immigrant community continue to die, so she got into Johns Hopkins’ PhD program and earned an NIH grant for her research. Then President Trump terminated her funding and mobilized ICE – unexpectedly uniting her fight for science and the survival of her community. THE SCARS WE CHOOSE - Directed by Chris Colon Runtime: 14:44 Sonny Calandrillo is a 36-year-old trans tattoo artist (and New Jersey native) who believes that tattoos are much more than skin deep; they are a means of healing from trauma and reclaiming the self. Through this trauma-informed ideology we question -- can tattoos heal as much as they hurt? DON’T LOOK AWAY - Directed by Joseph Lingad Runtime: 35:00 DON'T LOOK AWAY follows Corey over six years as he navigates his career, relationships, and daily life while challenging common societal assumptions about facial differences. Who is really missing out when society looks the other way? ROOT FOR ME - Directed by Valerie Dowret Runtime: about 14 min During the extremes of a Lower East Side summer, where tree cover and green space are indicators of both happiness and heat, neighbors from one NYC city block compete to see whose 5x9 foot curb-garden will be worthy of the coveted first prize. (A tree guard).
Saturday, November 7, 2026 10:00am ET Puffin Cultural Forum, 20 Puffin Way, Teaneck, NJ Eight Short “First Films” Eight First Time Doc Makers Straight Outta the Newmark School of Journalism at CUNY 11 miles from midtown and across the bridge ---------------------------------------------- PLUS MINUS ONE - Directed by Lynn Ma Runtime: 14:35 Have you ever been through a friend breakup? What do friends mean to us? What do we do after a friendship ends? This is my first-person bittersweet love story about my best friend and plus one who called it quits. BELOVED - Directed by Delilah Saul Runtime: 21:33 Delilah is a sex worker and journalist-turned-filmmaker in pursuit of answers to a question that’s the central obsession of her life: What needs to change in society in order for sex workers to more easily find relationships where they are loved and supported, just the way they are? BETWEEN HERE AND WAR - Directed by Ollie Ieltsov Runtime: 19:55 A financial analyst and a fashion model who left Ukraine to forge successful careers put everything on hold when Russia invaded their homeland in 2022. Camouflaged in blue and yellow, armed with cellphones and oversized drone-filled suitcases ready for departure, they fight for their independence from the frontlines of NYC. NOEL (I CARRY YOU WITH ME) - Directed by Ana Teresa Colón García Runtime: 17:19 After her grandfather Noel’s death, filmmaker Ana Teresa Colón-García joins her father in packing up the home Abuelo left behind. As they uncover an archive shaped by decades of political struggle and FBI surveillance in Puerto Rico, the process becomes a meditation on absence, independence, and the stories we inherit. DEATH BY 1,098 CUTS - Directed by Usha Sookai Runtime: 19:00 Laura Mata Lopez never wanted to research suicide prevention. But she couldn’t let her Latina immigrant community continue to die, so she got into Johns Hopkins’ PhD program and earned an NIH grant for her research. Then President Trump terminated her funding and mobilized ICE – unexpectedly uniting her fight for science and the survival of her community. THE SCARS WE CHOOSE - Directed by Chris Colon Runtime: 14:44 Sonny Calandrillo is a 36-year-old trans tattoo artist (and New Jersey native) who believes that tattoos are much more than skin deep; they are a means of healing from trauma and reclaiming the self. Through this trauma-informed ideology we question -- can tattoos heal as much as they hurt? DON’T LOOK AWAY - Directed by Joseph Lingad Runtime: 35:00 DON'T LOOK AWAY follows Corey over six years as he navigates his career, relationships, and daily life while challenging common societal assumptions about facial differences. Who is really missing out when society looks the other way? ROOT FOR ME - Directed by Valerie Dowret Runtime: about 14 min During the extremes of a Lower East Side summer, where tree cover and green space are indicators of both happiness and heat, neighbors from one NYC city block compete to see whose 5x9 foot curb-garden will be worthy of the coveted first prize. (A tree guard).
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Free Joan Little (38 min) ticket
Sat, Nov 7, 2:35pm - 3:35pm ESTSaturday, November 7, 2026 2:35pm ET Puffin Cultural Forum, 20 Puffin Way, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Yoruba Richen Talkback with Yoruba Richen, filmmaker Documentary Short - 38 minutes The story of the 1975 groundbreaking case of Joan Little who was the first woman in U.S. history to be acquitted for using deadly force to resist sexual assault. Joan was a Black incarcerated woman in North Carolina who killed her white prison guard who was trying to rape her. Little’s murder trial became a cause celebre bringing together prominent advocates, black power activists, white feminists and anti-death penalty activists while catalyzing a nationwide discussion on sexual assault. With rare archival footage, contemporary interviews and the folk anthem that carried her cause, FREE JOAN LITTLE captures the spirit of resistance that made history.
Saturday, November 7, 2026 2:35pm ET Puffin Cultural Forum, 20 Puffin Way, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Yoruba Richen Talkback with Yoruba Richen, filmmaker Documentary Short - 38 minutes The story of the 1975 groundbreaking case of Joan Little who was the first woman in U.S. history to be acquitted for using deadly force to resist sexual assault. Joan was a Black incarcerated woman in North Carolina who killed her white prison guard who was trying to rape her. Little’s murder trial became a cause celebre bringing together prominent advocates, black power activists, white feminists and anti-death penalty activists while catalyzing a nationwide discussion on sexual assault. With rare archival footage, contemporary interviews and the folk anthem that carried her cause, FREE JOAN LITTLE captures the spirit of resistance that made history.
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Call Me Micky (22 min) ticket
Sat, Nov 7, 4:15pm - 5pm ESTPopularSaturday, November 7, 2026 4:15pm ET Puffin Cultural Forum, 20 Puffin Way, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Andrew Rasmussen Talkback with Andrew Rasmussen, filmmaker; Micky Petrillo; and Dominique Jackson Short - 22 minutes Executive produced by Dominique Jackson, CALL ME MICKY follows larger-than-life New Jersey native Micky Angelo Petrillo as he barrels into his next act after transitioning at 59. Now 62, he navigates reinvention, unexpected friendships, and the everyday absurdity of finally being seen — with humor, candor, and no intention of doing it quietly.
Saturday, November 7, 2026 4:15pm ET Puffin Cultural Forum, 20 Puffin Way, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Andrew Rasmussen Talkback with Andrew Rasmussen, filmmaker; Micky Petrillo; and Dominique Jackson Short - 22 minutes Executive produced by Dominique Jackson, CALL ME MICKY follows larger-than-life New Jersey native Micky Angelo Petrillo as he barrels into his next act after transitioning at 59. Now 62, he navigates reinvention, unexpected friendships, and the everyday absurdity of finally being seen — with humor, candor, and no intention of doing it quietly.
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Buried Under Years of Dust (30 min) ticket
Sat, Nov 7, 5:35pm - 6:30pm ESTSaturday, November 7, 2026 5:35pm ET Puffin Cultural Forum, 20 Puffin Way, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Sophie Sartain Sponsored by Marble Jam Talkback moderated by Maria Trice Jenkins Documentary Short - 30 minutes East Coast Premiere! How does someone go from not communicating for 25 years to narrating her life story? BURIED UNDER YEARS OF DUST traces the remarkable journey of Emily Grodin, a woman silenced by autism, finally finding her voice. Despite Emily’s increasing frustration, physical outbursts, and violent meltdowns, Emily’s parents never abandoned hope that their daughter would one day share her thoughts, feelings, and deep intelligence. Then, using a controversial assisted-typing technique, Emily had an extraordinary breakthrough. One of her first sentences was “I have been buried under years of dust.” In a time when American health officials call into question the value and contributions of people with autism, Emily has the mic, and she’s got a lot to say.
Saturday, November 7, 2026 5:35pm ET Puffin Cultural Forum, 20 Puffin Way, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Sophie Sartain Sponsored by Marble Jam Talkback moderated by Maria Trice Jenkins Documentary Short - 30 minutes East Coast Premiere! How does someone go from not communicating for 25 years to narrating her life story? BURIED UNDER YEARS OF DUST traces the remarkable journey of Emily Grodin, a woman silenced by autism, finally finding her voice. Despite Emily’s increasing frustration, physical outbursts, and violent meltdowns, Emily’s parents never abandoned hope that their daughter would one day share her thoughts, feelings, and deep intelligence. Then, using a controversial assisted-typing technique, Emily had an extraordinary breakthrough. One of her first sentences was “I have been buried under years of dust.” In a time when American health officials call into question the value and contributions of people with autism, Emily has the mic, and she’s got a lot to say.
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CENTERPIECE: Bea Arthur: The Documentary (113 min) ticket
Sat, Nov 7, 8pm - 10:30pm ESTHigh demandSaturday, November 7, 2026 8:00pm ET Temple Emeth, 1666 Windsor Road, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Dan Watt Sponsored by Gemini Theatrical, Marc David Levine Documentary - 113 minutes Festival Centerpiece! Includes a light buffet dinner & wine before the screening. BEA ARTHUR: THE DOCUMENTARY - “I’VE DONE EVERYTHING BUT PORN” reveals a more personal Bea Arthur: intensely private yet remarkably compassionate, wickedly funny, fiercely intelligent and deeply committed to causes she believed in. Featuring a never-before-seen interview, the film offers audiences a rare opportunity to hear the Emmy and Tony Award-winning star reflect on her life, work and extraordinary career.
Saturday, November 7, 2026 8:00pm ET Temple Emeth, 1666 Windsor Road, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Dan Watt Sponsored by Gemini Theatrical, Marc David Levine Documentary - 113 minutes Festival Centerpiece! Includes a light buffet dinner & wine before the screening. BEA ARTHUR: THE DOCUMENTARY - “I’VE DONE EVERYTHING BUT PORN” reveals a more personal Bea Arthur: intensely private yet remarkably compassionate, wickedly funny, fiercely intelligent and deeply committed to causes she believed in. Featuring a never-before-seen interview, the film offers audiences a rare opportunity to hear the Emmy and Tony Award-winning star reflect on her life, work and extraordinary career.
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Atonement (118 min) ticket
Sun, Nov 8, 12pm - 2:30pm ESTSunday, November 8, 2026 12:00pm ET Teaneck Cinemas, 503 Cedar Lane, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Reed Van Dyk Narrative Feature - 118 minutes Amidst the chaos of the Iraq War, the Khachaturian family is trapped in a firefight between U.S. Marines and insurgents, and one Marine’s split-second decision devastates the family. Years later, haunted by his time in Iraq and aided by a New Yorker journalist, the Marine seeks to reconcile with the Khachaturian matriarch. Anchored by unforgettable performances from Boyd Holbrook (A Complete Unknown, Narcos, The Morning Show), Hiam Abbass (Succession), and Kenneth Branagh, ATONEMENT is a powerfully human true story about the immeasurable costs of war, exploring universal questions about guilt, redemption, and the nature of forgiveness.
Sunday, November 8, 2026 12:00pm ET Teaneck Cinemas, 503 Cedar Lane, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Reed Van Dyk Narrative Feature - 118 minutes Amidst the chaos of the Iraq War, the Khachaturian family is trapped in a firefight between U.S. Marines and insurgents, and one Marine’s split-second decision devastates the family. Years later, haunted by his time in Iraq and aided by a New Yorker journalist, the Marine seeks to reconcile with the Khachaturian matriarch. Anchored by unforgettable performances from Boyd Holbrook (A Complete Unknown, Narcos, The Morning Show), Hiam Abbass (Succession), and Kenneth Branagh, ATONEMENT is a powerfully human true story about the immeasurable costs of war, exploring universal questions about guilt, redemption, and the nature of forgiveness.
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The Dads (72 min) ticket
Sun, Nov 8, 2:30pm - 4:15pm ESTSunday, November 8, 2026 2:30pm ET Teaneck Cinemas, 503 Cedar Lane, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Luchina Fisher Talkback with Luchina Fisher, filmmaker Documentary - 72 minutes New Jersey Premiere! Sandi Klein Creative Woman in Film Award to be given to Luchina Fisher A group of dads building a movement to support their trans and gender expansive kids are forced to make an impossible choice amid a shifting political landscape: stay and fight or flee the country.
Sunday, November 8, 2026 2:30pm ET Teaneck Cinemas, 503 Cedar Lane, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Luchina Fisher Talkback with Luchina Fisher, filmmaker Documentary - 72 minutes New Jersey Premiere! Sandi Klein Creative Woman in Film Award to be given to Luchina Fisher A group of dads building a movement to support their trans and gender expansive kids are forced to make an impossible choice amid a shifting political landscape: stay and fight or flee the country.
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The Choice (84 min) ticket
Sun, Nov 8, 5pm - 7pm ESTSunday, November 8, 2026 5:00pm ET Teaneck Cinemas, 503 Cedar Lane, Teaneck, NJ Directed by John David Coles Sponsored by The Jewish Link Talkback with John David Coles, filmmaker Documentary - 84 minutes New Jersey Premiere! A haunting yet life-affirming film about reframing pain and the radical power of choice. It follows grieving mother Iris Haim as she mourns the loss of her son in the aftermath of October 7th and forms an unexpected bond with Dr. Edith Eger—a renowned psychologist, author, and Auschwitz survivor—whose hard-won wisdom guides her toward transformation.
Sunday, November 8, 2026 5:00pm ET Teaneck Cinemas, 503 Cedar Lane, Teaneck, NJ Directed by John David Coles Sponsored by The Jewish Link Talkback with John David Coles, filmmaker Documentary - 84 minutes New Jersey Premiere! A haunting yet life-affirming film about reframing pain and the radical power of choice. It follows grieving mother Iris Haim as she mourns the loss of her son in the aftermath of October 7th and forms an unexpected bond with Dr. Edith Eger—a renowned psychologist, author, and Auschwitz survivor—whose hard-won wisdom guides her toward transformation.
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Women on Trial (102 min) ticket
Sun, Nov 8, 7:30pm - 9:45pm ESTSunday, November 8, 2026 7:30pm ET Teaneck Cinemas, 503 Cedar Lane, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Lauriane Escaffre and Yvo Muller Narrative Feature - 102 minutes 1972. A landmark trial shakes France as young Marie-Claire is prosecuted for having an illegal abortion with the help of her mother and two other defendants. In a courtroom governed by men, the verdict seems inevitable: prison for the women, while the rapist goes unpunished. Their last hope lies with Gisèle Halimi, a fearless lawyer known for openly challenging patriarchy and confronting the system that condemns victims and lets perpetrators walk free. Alongside the accused, Gisèle will not only change their fate, but, against all odds, transform the condition of women forever.
Sunday, November 8, 2026 7:30pm ET Teaneck Cinemas, 503 Cedar Lane, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Lauriane Escaffre and Yvo Muller Narrative Feature - 102 minutes 1972. A landmark trial shakes France as young Marie-Claire is prosecuted for having an illegal abortion with the help of her mother and two other defendants. In a courtroom governed by men, the verdict seems inevitable: prison for the women, while the rapist goes unpunished. Their last hope lies with Gisèle Halimi, a fearless lawyer known for openly challenging patriarchy and confronting the system that condemns victims and lets perpetrators walk free. Alongside the accused, Gisèle will not only change their fate, but, against all odds, transform the condition of women forever.
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American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez (92 min) ticket
Sun, Nov 8, 2pm - 4pm ESTSunday, November 8, 2026 2:00pm ET Puffin Cultural Forum, 20 Puffin Way, Teaneck, NJ Directed by David Alvarado Documentary - 92 minutes Against political resistance and industry skepticism, Luis Valdez pushes Chicano storytelling from the fields to the film screen with Zoot Suit and La Bamba, crafting iconic works that challenge, celebrate, and expand America’s story.
Sunday, November 8, 2026 2:00pm ET Puffin Cultural Forum, 20 Puffin Way, Teaneck, NJ Directed by David Alvarado Documentary - 92 minutes Against political resistance and industry skepticism, Luis Valdez pushes Chicano storytelling from the fields to the film screen with Zoot Suit and La Bamba, crafting iconic works that challenge, celebrate, and expand America’s story.
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Far Out: Life On & After the Commune (85 min) ticket
Sun, Nov 8, 4:50pm - 6:50pm ESTSunday, November 8, 2026 4:50pm ET Puffin Cultural Forum, 20 Puffin Way, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Charles Light Talkback with Charles Light, filmmaker; Harvey Wasserman; and Verandah Porche Documentary - 85 minutes FAR OUT: LIFE ON & AFTER THE COMMUNE traces fifty years in the lives of a group of New England writers, activists and artists. It conveys how the 1960s counterculture, embodied in two rural communes, transformed America. The story begins when a group of radical journalists leave New York for a new life in the country and follows them from the back-to-the-land movement to a new discovery of political commitment.
Sunday, November 8, 2026 4:50pm ET Puffin Cultural Forum, 20 Puffin Way, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Charles Light Talkback with Charles Light, filmmaker; Harvey Wasserman; and Verandah Porche Documentary - 85 minutes FAR OUT: LIFE ON & AFTER THE COMMUNE traces fifty years in the lives of a group of New England writers, activists and artists. It conveys how the 1960s counterculture, embodied in two rural communes, transformed America. The story begins when a group of radical journalists leave New York for a new life in the country and follows them from the back-to-the-land movement to a new discovery of political commitment.
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We Met at Grossinger’s (104 min) ticket
Sun, Nov 8, 12pm - 2:15pm ESTHigh demandSunday, November 8, 2026 12:00pm ET Temple Emeth, 1666 Windsor Road, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Paula Eiselt Sponsored by The Jewish Standard Talkback with Paula Eiselt, filmmaker; and Susan Etess, granddaughter of Jennie and Harry Grossinger Moderated by Sandee Brawarsky Documentary - 104 minutes Teaneck Premiere! WE MET AT GROSSINGER'S is an immersive journey through the Jewish Catskills—once known as the Borscht Belt—reviving the iconic resort that inspired Dirty Dancing and defined an era of Jewish American life.
Sunday, November 8, 2026 12:00pm ET Temple Emeth, 1666 Windsor Road, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Paula Eiselt Sponsored by The Jewish Standard Talkback with Paula Eiselt, filmmaker; and Susan Etess, granddaughter of Jennie and Harry Grossinger Moderated by Sandee Brawarsky Documentary - 104 minutes Teaneck Premiere! WE MET AT GROSSINGER'S is an immersive journey through the Jewish Catskills—once known as the Borscht Belt—reviving the iconic resort that inspired Dirty Dancing and defined an era of Jewish American life.
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Dust Bowls and Jewish Souls (89 min) ticket
Sun, Nov 8, 3pm - 5pm ESTPopularSunday, November 8, 2026 3:00pm ET Temple Emeth, 1666 Windsor Road, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Steven Pressman Sponsored by National Council of Jewish Women, Bergen County Section Talkback with Steven Pressman, filmmaker Moderated by Andrew Silow-Carroll Documentary - 89 minutes Many know Woody Guthrie as the quintessential Oklahoman balladeer who wrote “This Land Is Your Land,” but few are aware that Jewish culture had a hand in shaping his private life and career. From award-winning filmmaker Steven Pressman (The Levys of Monticello), DUST BOWLS AND JEWISH SOULS explores Guthrie’s moving relationship with his mother-in-law, prominent Yiddish poet Aliza Greenblatt, and the impact she had on his songwriting.
Sunday, November 8, 2026 3:00pm ET Temple Emeth, 1666 Windsor Road, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Steven Pressman Sponsored by National Council of Jewish Women, Bergen County Section Talkback with Steven Pressman, filmmaker Moderated by Andrew Silow-Carroll Documentary - 89 minutes Many know Woody Guthrie as the quintessential Oklahoman balladeer who wrote “This Land Is Your Land,” but few are aware that Jewish culture had a hand in shaping his private life and career. From award-winning filmmaker Steven Pressman (The Levys of Monticello), DUST BOWLS AND JEWISH SOULS explores Guthrie’s moving relationship with his mother-in-law, prominent Yiddish poet Aliza Greenblatt, and the impact she had on his songwriting.
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CLOSING WEEKEND FILM: Jane Elliott Against the World (99 min) ticket
Sun, Nov 8, 7:30pm - 9:45pm ESTSunday, November 8, 2026 7:30pm ET Temple Emeth, 1666 Windsor Road, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Judd Ehrlich Sponsored by Women of Wisdom Documentary - 99 minutes Closing Weekend Film! A rural Iowa schoolteacher becomes a national voice against racism after leading a controversial 1968 lesson in discrimination with her all-white third-grade class. Now nearly 90, she refuses to hold back amid today’s fights about race, history, and power after a lifetime of speaking out.
Sunday, November 8, 2026 7:30pm ET Temple Emeth, 1666 Windsor Road, Teaneck, NJ Directed by Judd Ehrlich Sponsored by Women of Wisdom Documentary - 99 minutes Closing Weekend Film! A rural Iowa schoolteacher becomes a national voice against racism after leading a controversial 1968 lesson in discrimination with her all-white third-grade class. Now nearly 90, she refuses to hold back amid today’s fights about race, history, and power after a lifetime of speaking out.
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CLOSING WEEKDAY FILM: Gaslit (115 min) ticket
Thu, Nov 12, 7:30pm - 10pm ESTThursday, November 12, 2026 7:30pm ET Barrymore Film Center, 1 Park Avenue, Fort Lee, NJ Directed by Katie Camosy Talkback with Paula Rogovin, filmmaker; Katie Camosy; and additional guests to be announced Closing Weekday Film! New Jersey Premiere! As the world teeters on the brink of irreversible climate disaster, actor and activist Jane Fonda ventures deep into oil and gas country, meeting the people who are exposing the fossil fuel industry’s lies.
Thursday, November 12, 2026 7:30pm ET Barrymore Film Center, 1 Park Avenue, Fort Lee, NJ Directed by Katie Camosy Talkback with Paula Rogovin, filmmaker; Katie Camosy; and additional guests to be announced Closing Weekday Film! New Jersey Premiere! As the world teeters on the brink of irreversible climate disaster, actor and activist Jane Fonda ventures deep into oil and gas country, meeting the people who are exposing the fossil fuel industry’s lies.
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VIRTUAL ALL-ACCESS PASS ticket
Thu, Nov 5, 12am - Thu, Nov 12, 11:55pm ESTHere are the VIRTUAL FILMS of the 2026 Teaneck International Film Festival! By purchasing the VIRTUAL ALL-ACCESS PASS, you can stream our slate of virtual films, and any pre-recorded talkbacks, from November 5-12, 2026. The virtual films cannot be purchased individually. RESONANCIA Directed by Ted Nash and Cathy Carbash Talkback with Ted Nash and Cathy Carbash Documentary - 37 minutes In the heart of Havana, Grammy-winning composer Ted Nash invites young Cuban musicians to find inspiration in the colors and forms of a museum’s paintings. What begins as a search for melody becomes an awakening, as students uncover hidden voices within themselves—discovering passion, courage, and untapped creativity. Their week of exploration blooms into a radiant concert before more than a thousand people, where art and music merge into a testament of self-discovery and the boundless power of expression. A BINDING TRUTH Directed by Louise Woehrle Talkback with Louise Woehrle, filmmaker; De Kirkpatrick; and Jimmie Kirkpatrick Moderated by Randall Pinkston Documentary - 57 minutes In 1965, Jimmie transferred his senior year from an all-Black high school to an affluent white high school in Charlotte - he was their first Black football star. That decision swept him into one of North Carolina's most volatile civil rights cases, played out at the explosive intersection of football and race. De, a white student, watched that case unfold and wrote about it in his college essay application. He said it got him into Harvard. Decades later, a shocking discovery found in church records reconnects them, changing their lives forever. What unfolds is a deeply personal yet profoundly American story — one that reveals the legacy of slavery, the complexities of race and privilege, and, ultimately, the power of truth in their journey toward healing. GHOST IN THE MACHINE Directed by Valerie Veatch Documentary - 110 minutes GHOST IN THE MACHINE reveals how the human values, biases, and power structures behind artificial intelligence are shaping our world—and its societal and environmental consequences.
Here are the VIRTUAL FILMS of the 2026 Teaneck International Film Festival! By purchasing the VIRTUAL ALL-ACCESS PASS, you can stream our slate of virtual films, and any pre-recorded talkbacks, from November 5-12, 2026. The virtual films cannot be purchased individually. RESONANCIA Directed by Ted Nash and Cathy Carbash Talkback with Ted Nash and Cathy Carbash Documentary - 37 minutes In the heart of Havana, Grammy-winning composer Ted Nash invites young Cuban musicians to find inspiration in the colors and forms of a museum’s paintings. What begins as a search for melody becomes an awakening, as students uncover hidden voices within themselves—discovering passion, courage, and untapped creativity. Their week of exploration blooms into a radiant concert before more than a thousand people, where art and music merge into a testament of self-discovery and the boundless power of expression. A BINDING TRUTH Directed by Louise Woehrle Talkback with Louise Woehrle, filmmaker; De Kirkpatrick; and Jimmie Kirkpatrick Moderated by Randall Pinkston Documentary - 57 minutes In 1965, Jimmie transferred his senior year from an all-Black high school to an affluent white high school in Charlotte - he was their first Black football star. That decision swept him into one of North Carolina's most volatile civil rights cases, played out at the explosive intersection of football and race. De, a white student, watched that case unfold and wrote about it in his college essay application. He said it got him into Harvard. Decades later, a shocking discovery found in church records reconnects them, changing their lives forever. What unfolds is a deeply personal yet profoundly American story — one that reveals the legacy of slavery, the complexities of race and privilege, and, ultimately, the power of truth in their journey toward healing. GHOST IN THE MACHINE Directed by Valerie Veatch Documentary - 110 minutes GHOST IN THE MACHINE reveals how the human values, biases, and power structures behind artificial intelligence are shaping our world—and its societal and environmental consequences.
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FILMMAKER BOOTCAMP
Filmmaker Bootcamp with Ashley McFarlin (FREE) ticket
Wed, Nov 11, 6:30pm - 9:30pm ESTBird's Eye Entertainment, Inc., presents FILMMAKER BOOTCAMP WITH ASHLEY MCFARLIN DATE: November 11, 2026 TIME: 6:30-9:30pm ET As part of its milestone 21st anniversary celebration, the Teaneck International Film Festival (TIFF) presents a Free Filmmaker Boot Camp with award-winning television executive and producer Ashley McFarlin. In partnership with Bird's Eye Entertainment, Inc. and Fairleigh Dickinson University, this one-night workshop will take place on Wednesday November 11th from 6:30pm-9:30pm at the Fairleigh Dickinson University Library Auditorium Teaneck campus. This dynamic, three-hour session is designed for aspiring filmmakers and film enthusiasts looking to gain real-world insights and hands-on experience in content creation, development, and distribution. McFarlin—whose extensive background spans network television, reality programming, and creative producing —will guide participants through every stage of the filmmaking process, from concept to pitch. "This workshop reflects what TIFF has always stood for—education, creativity, and the power of storytelling to make an impact," said Jeremy Lentz, Executive Director of the Teaneck International Film Festival. "We're thrilled to partner with Ashley McFarlin and our friends at Fairleigh Dickinson University to offer this experience free of charge to the community." The event is free and open to all, but pre-registration is required. Space is limited and expected to fill quickly. LOCATION: Giovatto Library Auditorium, Fairleigh Dickinson University, Teaneck campus The Giovatto Library is #11 on the map found at the URL below PARKING: Please use the North Parking Lot, found in the middle of campus, and accessible from River Road. MAP: https://www.fdu.edu/campuses/metropolitan-campus/maps-directions/ ASHLEY MCFARLIN BIO Ashley McFarlin, a successful entrepreneur, television and film executive, accomplished author, and faithful steward, has worked in television for over 20 years, and is credited as being a part of the Executive team that launched Bravo’s break-out franchise series, The Real Housewives of the Potomac. As a freelance producer, for most of her career, she touts Executive Producer credits for the award-winning VH1's Girls Cruise; Travel Channel’s cult favorite, The Toy Hunter; Bravo’s ground-breaking and historic series Southern Charm New Orleans, and a host of others. As a former executive at AMC Networks, she served as VP of Scripted and Unscripted Original Production and Development for both WeTV and the streaming platform ALLblk.tv. There, she oversaw production of the breakout scripted series, Kold & Windy, as well as the critically acclaimed unscripted series, Brat Loves Judy. Most recently, the film, Bev is Boss has been released, where McFarlin served as Executive Producer alongside Jamie Foxx’s producing team from Foxx Hole Productions. Additionally, her work as Executive Producer and Development Executive on the newly released series G.R.I.T.S, has garnered immense viewership support as it currently airs on Prime Video and AMC Plus. Ms. McFarlin has not only taken up impactful space on the buying side of television and film production as a network executive, but she also continues to work tirelessly to create and cultivate new pools of talented writers, producers, directors, and filmmakers through her entertainment firm, The BE Group, LLC. The BE Group is the new destination for independent filmmakers and content creators to secure capital and distribution for their projects. As an advocate for honest and entertaining storytelling that reflects the diverse world we live in, Ms. McFarlin has placed herself on the frontline of the entertainment industry, striving to “BE” the change she wants to see. Ms. McFarlin has recently been honored by the Georgia State Legislature for her contributions in the entertainment industry; she has completed the Harvard Business School Executive Management program; she has published a book of daily devotionals, and she holds a bachelor’s degree from Howard University, with a Summa Cum Laude distinction.
Bird's Eye Entertainment, Inc., presents FILMMAKER BOOTCAMP WITH ASHLEY MCFARLIN DATE: November 11, 2026 TIME: 6:30-9:30pm ET As part of its milestone 21st anniversary celebration, the Teaneck International Film Festival (TIFF) presents a Free Filmmaker Boot Camp with award-winning television executive and producer Ashley McFarlin. In partnership with Bird's Eye Entertainment, Inc. and Fairleigh Dickinson University, this one-night workshop will take place on Wednesday November 11th from 6:30pm-9:30pm at the Fairleigh Dickinson University Library Auditorium Teaneck campus. This dynamic, three-hour session is designed for aspiring filmmakers and film enthusiasts looking to gain real-world insights and hands-on experience in content creation, development, and distribution. McFarlin—whose extensive background spans network television, reality programming, and creative producing —will guide participants through every stage of the filmmaking process, from concept to pitch. "This workshop reflects what TIFF has always stood for—education, creativity, and the power of storytelling to make an impact," said Jeremy Lentz, Executive Director of the Teaneck International Film Festival. "We're thrilled to partner with Ashley McFarlin and our friends at Fairleigh Dickinson University to offer this experience free of charge to the community." The event is free and open to all, but pre-registration is required. Space is limited and expected to fill quickly. LOCATION: Giovatto Library Auditorium, Fairleigh Dickinson University, Teaneck campus The Giovatto Library is #11 on the map found at the URL below PARKING: Please use the North Parking Lot, found in the middle of campus, and accessible from River Road. MAP: https://www.fdu.edu/campuses/metropolitan-campus/maps-directions/ ASHLEY MCFARLIN BIO Ashley McFarlin, a successful entrepreneur, television and film executive, accomplished author, and faithful steward, has worked in television for over 20 years, and is credited as being a part of the Executive team that launched Bravo’s break-out franchise series, The Real Housewives of the Potomac. As a freelance producer, for most of her career, she touts Executive Producer credits for the award-winning VH1's Girls Cruise; Travel Channel’s cult favorite, The Toy Hunter; Bravo’s ground-breaking and historic series Southern Charm New Orleans, and a host of others. As a former executive at AMC Networks, she served as VP of Scripted and Unscripted Original Production and Development for both WeTV and the streaming platform ALLblk.tv. There, she oversaw production of the breakout scripted series, Kold & Windy, as well as the critically acclaimed unscripted series, Brat Loves Judy. Most recently, the film, Bev is Boss has been released, where McFarlin served as Executive Producer alongside Jamie Foxx’s producing team from Foxx Hole Productions. Additionally, her work as Executive Producer and Development Executive on the newly released series G.R.I.T.S, has garnered immense viewership support as it currently airs on Prime Video and AMC Plus. Ms. McFarlin has not only taken up impactful space on the buying side of television and film production as a network executive, but she also continues to work tirelessly to create and cultivate new pools of talented writers, producers, directors, and filmmakers through her entertainment firm, The BE Group, LLC. The BE Group is the new destination for independent filmmakers and content creators to secure capital and distribution for their projects. As an advocate for honest and entertaining storytelling that reflects the diverse world we live in, Ms. McFarlin has placed herself on the frontline of the entertainment industry, striving to “BE” the change she wants to see. Ms. McFarlin has recently been honored by the Georgia State Legislature for her contributions in the entertainment industry; she has completed the Harvard Business School Executive Management program; she has published a book of daily devotionals, and she holds a bachelor’s degree from Howard University, with a Summa Cum Laude distinction.
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