Film Clubs New York

Spanish Book Club

Spanish Book Club for Latin Americans and others learning Spanish to read modern classics and build vocabulary and confidence; first meetup is introductions.

A Proper Film Club discusses "The Worst Person in the World"

Our inaugural meetup of "**A Proper Film Club"** will be in the back room of **the Pine Box Rock Shop .** Please note **you must confirm here** first on meetup.com if you want to attend. This will be a **discussion-focused film** for people who love talking seriously (but accessibly) about movies—emotionally, intellectually, and critically. We’ll be meeting **Sunday, February 22nd, 2026** at 4pm. ### 🧠 How the Discussion Works This is **not a lecture or a passive talkback**. The core idea of A Proper Film Club is participation: * Attendees are encouraged to **bring a favorite (or most troubling) scene** * We’ll use a **projection screen** to revisit these clips so that you can discuss **why the scene affected you**—emotionally, intellectually, aesthetically, or ethically * Loving the film is *not* required; ambivalence and disagreement are welcome * We’ll screen brief clips for discussion purposes but **please come having already watched the film.** * ### 🎬 This Month’s Film ***The Worst Person in the World*** (2021), directed and co-written by **Joachim Trier**, starring **Renate Reinsve** A romantic comedy–drama that explores love, ambition, identity, and emotional contradiction in modern adulthood. 🏆 *Renate Reinsve won Best Actress at the 2021 Cannes Film Festival.* 🎥 *The film was nominated for Best International Feature Film and Best Original Screenplay at the 94th Academy Awards.* ### ### 🎞 What We’re Exploring We’ll try and keep the conversation organic but some themes we might explore include: * Emotional response vs. intellectual interpretation * Character empathy, frustration, and moral ambiguity * Narrative structure, time jumps, and point of view * Gender, creativity, ambition, and “likability” in modern cinema If you have **suggestions for future films**, feel free to post them in the group chat—we’re building the calendar collaboratively. Whether you’re a cinephile, filmmaker, writer, performer, or just someone who loves deep film conversations, you’re very welcome.

[FILM MEETUP] Season 3 (S3C1) Screening!

Join us on **Saturday, February 21st**, as we return to The Town School's theater for the screening of our very first challenge of Season 3! We'll be watching the incredible short films made for this challenge, kicking off the *official* start to our third season, which will run the entirety of 2026. **Note that no food or drink are allowed** and that the theater is inside of an elementary/middle school, so please be mindful and respectful of the space and arrive promptly at 1:00pm. **In order to keep the group going as it grows into new spaces, we are accepting donations at a suggested price of $10. Our mission to keep filmmaking free and accessible to all remains the same, so these funds go strictly towards operating costs. This donation is not required to attend, but your contributions go towards a great cause.** Submit films for Challenge 1 [HERE](https://shortcutsnyc.com/submit) **Deadline to submit is Thursday, February 19th by 11:59pm.** Challenge Rules for S3C1 (December 6 - February 21): * Rule 1 (Form): **Silhouette** * Rule 2 (Wildcard): **Required Line: "No One Understands"** **For S3C1, you have until February 19 to shoot a short film that utilizes at least one silhouette (get creative!) and includes the required line (spoken or written, but prominently featured), "No one understands". Do your homework! Get creative with the line. How can you subvert expectations with these elements?** * ***NOTE: If these guidelines are not met there is a high probability that your film will not be shown. Short Cuts is a learning community so you MUST learn what these rules are before planning for your film. We prioritize films that are submitted on time, are 5 minutes and under, and have the director present. Films that are submitted on time and follow the rules will be shown in ascending runtime order, and then everything submitted late will be after. No generative AI films or films largely enhanced by generative AI.*** *** At the end of the event, we will provide everyone with two randomly drawn rules from a hat as guidelines for participating in future challenges. Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to create short films following these rules. At the next meeting, you will get the opportunity to show off your film, watch what others have made, and receive the next challenge's randomly drawn rules! Note that **no** experience is required, and all you need is a camera and a way to edit and upload your film. **Short Cuts** is a group of independent filmmakers challenging themselves to create short films every \~4 weeks following a number of randomly drawn rules. Each meeting, filmmakers have the opportunity to show off their films and watch others, as well as draw the rules for the next film challenge. This group welcomes any experience level, from those who have never touched a camera, written a script, or acted in a film to seasoned veterans looking for a challenge. **DONATE:** [https://www.nyfa.org/projects/project-info/?id=CA2043](https://www.nyfa.org/projects/project-info/?id=CA2043) **INSTAGRAM:** [https://www.instagram.com/shortcutsny/](https://www.instagram.com/shortcutsny/) **DISCORD:** [https://discord.gg/XQud4Hqeen](https://discord.gg/XQud4Hqeen) **WEBSITE:** [https://shortcutsnyc.com](https://shortcutsnyc.com)

SEASON 2 WRAP PARTY + FUNDRAISER!!

Season 2 wrap party and fundraiser for Short Cuts; for Season 2 filmmakers and fans; Season 2 award winners announced.

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey

A fantasy adventure film for Tolkien fans; follows Bilbo Baggins as he joins Thorin's dwarves to reclaim their mountain home from a dragon.

House Of David: Watch Party

House of David tells the story of the ascent of biblical icon, David, who becomes the most famous king of Israel. The series follows the once-mighty King Saul as he falls victim to his own pride. As Saul loses his power over his kingdom, David finds himself on a journey to discover and fulfill his destiny, navigating love, loss, and violence in the court of the very man he's destined to replace. Each week we will watch a new episode, free refreshments will be served! :)

Movie Night 🎬: The Hobbit 1: An Unexpected Journey (Free Entry)

This week's Movie Night: Part one of a three week marathon - **The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey** **(2012)!** Join us to watch the film or just to make new friends. All welcome! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Each week we select two films in advance: suggests and ideas are welcome! Any genre. All events: Snacks included, free entry, and In-person.

Dune Part 2- Watch Party

Dune Part 2 watch party for fans; attendees will watch together and discuss how Paul aims to avert a terrible future.

Movie Night 🎬: Dune Part 2 (Free Entry)

This week's Movie Night: the award-winning, trippy sci-fi epic, **Dune: Part 2 (2024)!** Join us to watch the film or just to make new friends. All welcome! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Each week we select two films in advance: suggests and ideas are welcome! Any genre. All events: Snacks included, free entry, and In-person.

BMC #81: 100 Nights of Hero

Yacht Party Sunset Cruise (DJ, Dancing, Drinks)

Private yacht cruise with a live DJ for 21+ adults; you’ll dance to hits and enjoy cocktails against a city skyline.

Free Hands on Production Training

Free hands-on production training for all experience levels to learn live event operations. Gain practical skills in camera, live sound, lighting, and switcher.