Program Schedule
The festival program consists of daily scheduled film screenings, talks, and industry gatherings.With session times and venue details, you can easily plan your attendance and ...
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What We Do
Turkish Film Festival of New York
INTERNATIONAL FILM SELECTION
Our mission is to introduce powerful and new stories of Turkish cinema to New York's distinguished audience and international film professionals, and create a collaborative platform between the different communities.
PRESTIGIOUS SCREENING VENUES
Festival screenings take place of New York’s most respected cinema and cultural venues, in specially selected venues that meet international standards.
GLOBAL CINEMA COLLABORATIONS
Turkish and American directors, actors, producers, and distributors come together on the same stage throughout the festival, fostering international collaborations.
TALKS & PANELS
In addition to film screenings, inspiring talks and panel discussions with cinema professionals are organized.
GALA & AWARDS CEREMONY
The Gala & Awards Ceremony is the highlight of the Turkish Film Festival of New York. Hosted at the SVA Theatre in Manhattan, the evening begins with a red carpet welcoming filmmakers, actors, and special guests, followed by an awards presentation celebrating excellence in Turkish cinema. The night concludes with a reception where guests gather to celebrate the artists and stories that define this year’s festival.
CULTURAL DIPLOMACY & DIASPORA
By making Turkish culture visible in New York, the festival establishes a lasting, strong, and meaningful cultural connection with the diaspora.
ABOUT THE FESTIVAL
The Turkish Film Festival of New York celebrates the richness and creative spirit of Turkish cinema in the heart of New York City, bringing together filmmakers, actors, producers, and film lovers around a curated selection of features, documentaries, and shorts. Screenings, panels, and conversations offer American audiences a window into contemporary Turkish storytelling and give the Turkish diaspora a meaningful space to reconnect with shared stories and cultural roots. The festival culminates in a red-carpet evening and awards ceremony honoring outstanding achievements across Turkish cinema.
Festival Schedule
Turkish Film Festival of New York
FESTIVAL VENUES
The Turkish Film Festival of New York presents film screenings, actor talks, industry gatherings, and its Gala & Awards Ceremony at distinguished cultural venues across New York City and Fort Lee, New Jersey.
Film Screenings
Barrymore Film Center
Located in Fort Lee, New Jersey—birthplace of the American motion picture industry—the Barrymore Film Center is a contemporary cinema and film museum celebrating cinematic history and storytelling. It will host official festival screenings.
Venue to be announced
Film Screenings
New York City Screening Venue
A distinguished cinema in New York City will host additional official selection screenings throughout the festival. The venue will be announced soon.
Talks & Industry Networking
Turkish House
Located across from the United Nations, Turkish House is a landmark diplomatic and cultural center promoting Turkish culture and international exchange. It will host the festival’s actor talks, panels, and International Film Industry Networking program.
Gala & Awards Ceremony
SVA Theatre
Located in the heart of Chelsea, Manhattan, SVA Theatre will host the festival’s Gala & Awards Ceremony, bringing together filmmakers, actors, industry professionals, and special guests for the festival’s closing night.
GALA NIGHT
SVA Theatre
GALA & AWARDS CEREMONY
The festival's highlight: a red carpet welcome, the official awards ceremony, and the “Night of Stars” after party.
Red Carpet
A prestigious entrance with a red carpet welcome reception.
Awards Ceremony
A grand stage honoring the creative power of Turkish cinema with 12 official award categories.
International Guests
A strong festival atmosphere with special gatherings featuring cinema guests, directors, and actors.
Starry Night
DJ performance and networking in the VIP lounge / foyer area, creating exclusive connections with industry representatives.
WHY TURKISH FILM FESTIVAL NEW YORK?
A platform that connects Turkish cinema with the global industry, delivering prestige, cultural diplomacy, and new collaborations.
Global Visibility
Connects Turkish films, directors, and actors with international audiences and industry professionals in New York.
Industry Bridge
Opens co-production and distribution opportunities with producers, distributors, and festival professionals.
Cultural Diplomacy
Shares Turkey’s cultural heritage with New York’s multicultural audiences through the language of cinema.
Diaspora Connection
A gathering space for the Turkish community in North America, building cultural memory for new generations.
FESTIVAL PROGRAM
A multi-layered experience of film screenings, talks, industry gatherings, and a gala night.
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Film Screenings
Films selected for the official program meet audiences throughout the festival at New York’s prestigious cinemas.
02
Talks & Panels
Post-screening talks and thematic panels are held with directors, actors, and industry professionals.
03
Industry Gatherings
Turkish and American producers, distributors, and festival professionals come together at networking events.
04
Gala & Awards
The festival reaches its peak with the red carpet, official awards ceremony, and the “Night of Stars” after party at SVA Theatre.
EVENT SCHEDULE
View the festival program day by day. Easily plan your schedule based on venue, time, and event flow.
01
Tuesday, December 1
New York City Screening Venue
To Be Announced
5:00 PM
Official Selection – To Be Announced
9:00 PM
Official Selection – To Be Announced
Barrymore Film Center
Fort Lee, NJ
5:00 PM
Official Selection – To Be Announced
9:00 PM
Official Selection – To Be Announced
02
Wednesday, December 2
New York City Screening Venue
To Be Announced
5:00 PM
Official Selection – To Be Announced
9:00 PM
Official Selection – To Be Announced
Barrymore Film Center
Fort Lee, NJ
5:00 PM
Official Selection – To Be Announced
9:00 PM
Official Selection – To Be Announced
Actor Talk · Turkish House (Türkevi)
New York, NY
7:00 PM
Actor Talk & Q&A · Guests – To Be Announced
03
Thursday, December 3
New York City Screening Venue
To Be Announced
5:00 PM
Official Selection – To Be Announced
9:00 PM
Official Selection – To Be Announced
Barrymore Film Center
Fort Lee, NJ
5:00 PM
Official Selection – To Be Announced
9:00 PM
Official Selection – To Be Announced
Actor Talk · Turkish House (Türkevi)
New York, NY
7:00 PM
Actor Talk & Q&A · Guests – To Be Announced
04
Friday, December 4
New York City Screening Venue
To Be Announced
5:00 PM
Official Selection – To Be Announced
9:00 PM
Official Selection – To Be Announced
Barrymore Film Center
Fort Lee, NJ
5:00 PM
Official Selection – To Be Announced
9:00 PM
Official Selection – To Be Announced
Industry Networking · Turkish House (Türkevi)
New York, NY
6:00 PM
International Film Industry Networking · Producers, distributors & festival professionals
05
Saturday, December 5 · FINALE & GALA
New York City Screening Venue
To Be Announced
12:00 PM
Official Selection – To Be Announced
2:30 PM
Official Selection – To Be Announced
Barrymore Film Center
Fort Lee, NJ
12:00 PM
Official Selection – To Be Announced
2:30 PM
Official Selection – To Be Announced
Gala & Awards Ceremony
SVA Theatre
Evening
Red Carpet Welcome Reception
Evening
Awards Ceremony · 12 Official Award Categories
Late
“Night of Stars” After Party · DJ · Networking
Award Categories:
Best Film · Best Director · Best Screenplay · Best Actress · Best Actor · Best Cinematography ·
Best Editing · Best Music · Best First Feature · Diaspora Achievement Award · Audience Choice · Best Short Film