NEW ORLEANS (press release) – The New Orleans Film Society (NOFS) has announced the addition of five curated films to the in-person lineup for the 35th annual, Oscar-qualifying New Orleans Film Festival (NOFF), including the event’s Closing Night film “Conclave,” from director Edward Berger (Oscar-winning “All Quiet on the Western Front”), a Vatican-set drama about a group of cardinals selecting the next pope, starring Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, Isabella Rossellini and John Lithgow.
Other Spotlight Films announced include an impressive slate sure to be part of awards season conversations, including:
- “A Real Pain,” a comedy drama written, directed and produced by Jesse Eisenberg, starring Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin as mismatched cousins who reunite for a tour through Poland to honor their beloved grandmother.
- “Blitz,” the new feature from Steve McQueen (“12 Years a Slave”), an exploration of London during World War 2, starring Saoirse Ronan.
- “Memoir of a Snail,” a stop-motion animated tragicomedy from Oscar-winning director Adam Elliot.
- “Rebel Nun,” a documentary about Louisiana-based Sister Helen Prejean, whose story was the inspiration for the Academy Award–winning feature film “Dead Man Walking.”
In-person screenings will take place between Oct. 16 – 22 at The Broad Theater, Contemporary Art Center and The Prytania Theatres (plus, virtually Oct. 16 – 27 through the NOFF Virtual Cinema, available globally). Festival tickets will be on-sale on Oct. 2 (member pre-sale begins Sept. 25) after the full film schedule is announced later this month. All Access Passes are currently available to purchase at neworleansfilmsociety.org/attend/. To view the full lineup of films showing at this year’s fest, visit https://neworleansfilmsociety.org/lineup-events/.
“The New Orleans Film Festival continues to be an important stop on the awards season tour for many films,” said New Orleans Film Society Artistic Director Clint Bowie. “These titles will be coming to New Orleans from prior screenings at top-tier fests like Telluride and Toronto, and we’re excited to provide our audiences with an early look at these sure-to-be awards contenders.”
Festival organizers previously announced the event’s Opening Night film, as well as all features and shorts screening in competition. This year’s opening night selection, “A King Like Me” (directed by Matthew O. Henderson), follows members of the Zulu Club, New Orleans’ first Black Mardi Gras krewe, as they work to bring the Zulu parade back to the streets for Mardi Gras Day 2022, in the face of a global pandemic, Hurricane Ida, and the loss of members due to COVID and gun violence. The film will have its Louisiana Premiere on October 16 at the Orpheum Theater (time TBD).
Among other highlights is the North American premiere of “Blue: The Life and Art of George Rodrigue” (Dir. Sean O’Malley), about the life and legacy of the famed Louisiana Blue Dog artist, and the world premiere of the documentary film “Ghetto Children” (Dir. Zac Manuel), following the sons of legendary Southern rap music icons Juvenile, B.G., and Soulja Slim.
For more information on the 35th Annual New Orleans Film Festival, visit https://neworleansfilmfestival.org.
KEY DATES (All times in CST)
- Summer Presale on All Access Passes: Now through Aug. 29
- All Pass Types on Sale: Aug. 30 at 12 p.m.
- Film Schedule Announced: Sept. 20 at 12 p.m.
- NOFS Member Presale on Festival Tickets: Sept. 25 at 12 p.m.
- Schedule Release: Sept. 20
- Festival Tickets on sale: Oct. 2 at 12 p.m.
- In-Person Festival Dates: Oct. 16-22
- Virtual Festival Dates: Oct. 16-27
HOW TO ATTEND NOFF2024
For the full NOFF experience, Festival Goers can purchase an All Access Pass, good for admission and priority entry to all screenings (in-person and virtually), parties, receptions, and the VIP Lounge.
All Access Passes are currently available at a fantastic Summer Presale Rate (NOFS Members $270 | general $320) —NOFS Members save $80 off general full priced All Access Pass!—before the price goes up Aug. 30 (NOFS Members $300 | general $350). Purchase All Access Passes here: neworleansfilmsociety.org/attend/
Now is the best time to become a NOFS member and receive the biggest discount on this exciting annual celebration of independent film in New Orleans! Sign up for membership here: neworleansfilmsociety.org/become-a-member/
Film lovers also have the option to buy a Virtual Pass to watch films from Oct. 16-27, a Six Film Pass to watch any six films virtually or in-person, or buy individual tickets. Students and teachers can purchase a discounted $60 All Film Pass for access to all virtual and in-person screenings. All festival transactions will be contactless; cash or check payments will not be accepted–– acceptable forms of payment include credit and debit cards, and Apple and Google Pay. Click here for more details.
The New Orleans Film Festival strives for equitable access to our programs. For details on our accessibility services, visit our website. Contact us at info@neworleansfilmsociety.org for specific inquiries or additional accommodations..
