THE SIXTH ANNUAL NEW YORK LONG ISLAND FILM FESTIVAL –OCTOBER 16 -20, 2024

The New York Long Island Film Festival (NYLIFF) will run its SIXTH annual festival on October 16 -21, 2024 in Lindenhurst, NY. The festival will open on the 16^th at the Lindenhurst Moose Lodge (883 South Broadway), and will run there over the next five days, along with additional screenings at South Shore Theatre Experience (115 South Wellwood Avenue) on the 17^th and 18^th.  Over 100 independent films will be shown during the festival, with tickets ranging from $10.00 per block, $30.00 per day, or $115.00 for a VIP All-Access Pass, which includes NYLIFF’s first-ever Awards Brunch on Sunday, October 20^th. The Awards Brunch will include a special appearance by legendary actor, Dan Lauria, star of TV (The Wonder Years), Broadway (Lombardi), and film (Reagan- now playing in theaters).

Also new at NYLIFF for 2024 will be panel sessions with various filmmakers, and well-known industry professionals, as well as the first interactive film shoot.  During this “Shoot The Scene” workshop, NYLIFF alumni will work together to shoot a scene from a famous movie right before the eyes of the guests in attendance on Thursday evening at 5:30 PM at the Moose Lodge.  Filmmakers can watch and learn through the process as they rehearse, set lighting, sound & cameras, and shout action.  The film created will be shown during the Awards Brunch on Sunday.

Lindenhurst Filmmaker Gerry Ferretti, Suffolk AME Member in the Social Services Unit, created NYLIFF in 2019, along with actress Katie Schrader, to give equal opportunity to all filmmakers, actors, actresses, writers, and artists who put their hearts and souls into their crafts –especially those who might lack the resources necessary to perfectly polish their work. In the past, many great artists were discovered for their unique talents and abilities, even when all the technical aspects were not in place. Recognizing a great story, actor, or script while not yet perfected should be the goal of the people running a festival. The non-profit NYLIFF team is also dedicated to creating a learning environment for filmmakers of all ages and experiences. It is this standard of excellence and commitment that has established NYLIFF as one of the most successful and highly regarded film festivals in New York.

NYLIFF chose Lindenhurst, NY, located on Long Island, for its convenience to Manhattan and surrounding areas, proximity to multiple airports, and walking distance to the LIRR station. NYLIFF is also arranging Meet & Greet networking mixers for festival attendees at the Moose Lodge, Belfast Gastro Pub and other local Lindenhurst restaurants. All parties and screenings will have red-carpet events, photography, and interviews with casts, crews, and attendees. Please visit www.filmfreeway.com/nyliff for tickets.

Dates and Times:

Wednesday, October 16    Lindenhurst Moose Lodge                                             10 AM – 9 PM

Thursday, October 17        Lindenhurst Moose Lodge                                             10 AM – 9 PM

                                           South Shore Theatre Experience                                    NOON – 4 PM

Friday, October 18             Lindenhurst Moose Lodge                                             10AM – MIDNIGHT

                                           South Shore Theatre Experience                                     NOON – 4 PM

Saturday, October 19         Lindenhurst Moose Lodge                                              10AM – 11:30 PM

Sunday, October 20           Awards Brunch - Lindenhurst Moose Lodge                  10 AM – 2 PM

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Locations:

Lindenhurst Moose Lodge – 883South Broadway, Lindenhurst NY 11757

South Shore TheatreExperience - 115 South Wellwood Ave, Lindenhurst NY 11757

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Admission

NYLIFF - $10.00 per block,$30.00 per day, $115.00 VIP All Access Pass, $30.00 Awards Brunch only

The event is open to the public.

Please visit www.filmfreeway.com/nyliff for tickets.

You may contact The NewYork Long Island Film Festival at 631-974-3908