The Tribeca Film Festival, established in 2001 by Robert De Niro, Jane Rosenthal, and Craig Hatkoff, was designed to revitalize Lower Manhattan’s culture and economy following the September 11 attacks. Initially focusing on independent film, the festival has expanded to include television, virtual reality, gaming, and music, showcasing its dedication to diverse storytelling.
Tribeca offers a platform for emerging and established creators, featuring world premieres, exhibitions, live performances, and panel discussions. With a focus on politically, culturally, and socially relevant themes, the festival fosters dialogue and change through its carefully curated programming.
Celebrating innovation and artistic expression, the Tribeca Film Festival has evolved into a prominent cultural event, while maintaining its mission to support community and economic recovery in Lower Manhattan.
The Tribeca Film Festival remains a critical platform for independent filmmaking, innovative storytelling, and cultural enrichment.
In 2024, the Founders Award for Best U.S. Narrative Feature went to Griffin in Summer by Chris Moukarbel, while Bikechess won Best International Narrative Feature, and Hacking Hate received the Best Documentary Feature award.
In 2023, Cypher by Chris Moukarbel earned Best U.S. Narrative Feature, and Ji-Young Yoo won Best Performance for Smoking Tigers. A Strange Path by Guto Parente took home the Best International Narrative Feature award.
Notable films like The Novice (2021), Brighton 4th (2021), and Dark Touch have premiered at Tribeca, garnering critical acclaim and multiple awards.
Tribeca extends beyond film, incorporating television, virtual reality, and gaming into its programming. These diverse offerings emphasize the festival’s commitment to exploring new storytelling frontiers and fostering creativity across all media.
Tribeca continues to serve as a vital platform for diverse voices, innovative narratives, and meaningful artistic expression.
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