Tag Archive: Films
19 Years of the Burns: Documentary Watchlist
by JBFC Marketing Associate Paige Grand Pré In celebration of the JBFC’s 19th birthday on Sunday, June 21, we’ve put together a few curated watchlists that encapsulate the quintessential JBFC experience so you can party virtually with us from home. Get started with this sampling of documentaries we’ve screened, discussed, and enjoyed over the past [...]
Sean Weiner's Quarantine Watchlist
by Sean Weiner, Director of Creative Culture We’re thrilled to share another contribution to our fantastic lineup of staff watchlists, this time from Creative Culture Director Sean Weiner, who notes that this list “is certainly one for a time of quarantine but, I guess, less as it concerns the theme of the films and more [...]
The Criterion Channel's Art House America Series: JBFC Episode
We’re beyond thrilled to share the latest episode of The Criterion Channel’s Art House America series, which features all of the work we do here at the JBFC! We’d like to offer huge thanks to Criterion for featuring us, and endless gratitude to our patrons, members, and donors, who make all of our work possible. [...]
Jacob Burns Film Center Connects with Community
Jacob Burns Film Center Connects with Community through Virtual Screenings, Curated Film Lists, and Exclusive Digital Content Film Center Working to Produce Content, Activities, and Opportunities for Engagement with Movie Lovers, Teachers, and Parents Alike Pleasantville, NY – April 1, 2020 — The Jacob Burns Film Center (JBFC), a nonprofit cultural arts center, will [...]
Jacob Burns FilmCast, Episode 10: The Stay at Home Film Club
The Jacob Burns FilmCast brings the best of the big screen to your podcast stream! Join co-hosts (and fervent film fans) Mike Towndrow and Paige Grand Pré for conversations covering everything from new releases and awards buzz to cult classics and film history. Episode Ten: The Stay at Home Film Club Join FilmCast Co-hosts Mike Towndrow and [...]
JBFC Mixtapes, Vol. 21: Social Distancing Sing-Along
by JBFC Digital Marketing Associate Paige Grand Pré JBFC Mixtapes is an initiative from the Burns to highlight the music—from soundtracks to scores—that makes the cinematic experience so special. Vol. 21 comes to us from JBFC Digital Marketing Associate Paige Grand Pré, who compiled a list of the all-time best cinematic sing-alongs. She writes: “I know [...]
Jacob Burns FilmCast, Episode 9: What is Democracy?
The Jacob Burns FilmCast brings the best of the big screen to your podcast stream! Join co-hosts (and fervent film fans) Mike Towndrow and Paige Grand Pré for conversations covering everything from new releases and awards buzz to cult classics and film history. Episode Nine: What is Democracy? Throughout the year, JBFC documentary series Global Watch: Crisis & [...]
Adaptation in the Time of Social Distancing: 15 Great Film and TV Adaptations to Read & Watch
By Marketing Associate/Adapted: Page to Screen Curator Sarah Soliman As we gear up for spending an increased amount of time at home, movies, books, and television are high on the list of ways to pass the time. At the Burns we’re especially fond of films that begin life as books, as anybody who’s joined us [...]
Jacob Burns FilmCast, Episode 8: The Best of 2020 (Part 1)
The Jacob Burns FilmCast brings the best of the big screen to your podcast stream! Join co-hosts (and fervent film fans) Mike Towndrow and Paige Grand Pré for conversations covering everything from new releases and awards buzz to cult classics and film history. Episode Eight: The Best of 2020 (Part 1) We’re barely three months into 2020, [...]
Jacob Burns FilmCast, Episode Seven: The Biggest Little Farm
The Jacob Burns FilmCast brings the best of the big screen to your podcast stream! Join co-hosts (and fervent film fans) Mike Towndrow and Paige Grand Pré for conversations covering everything from new releases and awards buzz to cult classics and film history. Episode Seven: The Biggest Little Farm We take another dive into the JBFC archives for [...]
JBFC Announces Ticket Price Reduction for Family Programs
All tickets $5 starting in April
Big Screen, Big Movies: A Celebration of the Cinema Epic
Now Showing through April 20
Jewish Film Festival 2025
Apr. 23–29: Tickets on Sale Now