The highly anticipated documentary film “Actors of Cannes” has been selected in the official program of the prestigious International Filmmaker Festival of New York (IFFY). IFFNY will be held from May 8 to May 11, 2023 at the iconic Dolby Laboratories Inc. in New York (1350 6th Avenue, New York, NY 10019). “Actors of Cannes” film will be the official opening of IFFY Festival, 12th … Continue reading “Actors of Cannes” to Open IFFNY Film Festival in New York

Comedian, actor, and writer Danny Sutcliffe will star in his first feature-length film, alongside Danny Parsons. “Mr Doom” is a dark comedy film, written and directed by Leif Johnson. Danny Sutcliffe plays Jack, a small town hero “struggling to keep up a bygone lifestyle“. His previous role includes “Pavement” (2020), a short by dir. Jason Wingard. NY Elite: Tell us a little about yourself, growing … Continue reading Danny Sutcliffe to Star in “Mr Doom”

Brilliant British writer and director Leif Johnson is set to soon release his debut feature film “Mr Doom” – a dark comedy at its finest with compelling characters, incredible actors, and great directing. Starring the talented Danny Sutcliffe and Danny Parsons, produced by Djonny Chen, with cinematography by Craig Murdoch, Mr Doom “explores life’s rejects living on the fringes of society”. The cast also includes … Continue reading Director Leif Johnson’s new feature “Mr Doom” promises dark comedy at its best

Amina Zhaman, Ph.D. is a renowned Circassian artist, writer, composer, film and stage director. In this exclusive NY Elite Interview Series (Part I, II, III) , Amina discusses her love for theater, film, and music. NY Elite: What mindset are you in when you sit down and write for your songs, or scripts? Amina Zhaman: I don’t set out specifically to write a song or … Continue reading The Magic of Cinema: Interview with Renowned Artist Amina Zhaman Part III

Amina Zhaman, Ph.D. is a renowned Circassian artist, writer, composer, film and stage director. In this exclusive NY Elite Interview Series (Part I, II, III) , Amina discusses her love for theater, film, and music. NY Elite: Tell us more about an upcoming stage production “Stanislavsky/Chekhov” which is based on your new original play of the same title. How did you come around to the … Continue reading The Art of Theater: Interview with Renowned Artist Amina Zhaman Part I

Nelson Sejdija is regarded as a prominent versatile actor who manages to be both the good guy and the bad guy in the movies, making him desirable by directors. Nelson has the ability to successfully materialize the effect of the character he plays to the audience, bringing powerful emotions, maturity, and creativity to his craft. What makes Nelson Sejdija a favorite and one of the … Continue reading The Inspiring Success Story of Nelson Sejdija

Talented director and actor Gent Mehmeti Çajani was born in 1995 in the city of Tetovo, North Macedonia. From an early age, Gent excelled in the world of arts. He graduated from “Kiril Pejçinoviç’’ High School in Tetovo (2014) and earned his bachelor degree in “Theater Directing and Acting” from the State University of Tetovo, North Macedonia (2019, first generation class of theater directing for … Continue reading Gent Çajani Wins Best Director with “Zoo Story”

Film directors from around the world look to New York City to showcase the world premiers of their movies. Here are the top 5 best film festivals in NYC known for the glamorous red carpet experience, prestige, and best exposure. Tribeca Film Festival launched in 2002, created by Jane Rosenthal and Robert De Niro. It has since become the legendary home for many filmmakers. The … Continue reading Best Film Festivals in New York

International Filmmaker Festival of New York (IFFNY) 2022 Official Selection Results – 11th Edition (May 23-26, 2022) FEATURE FILMS: *HOY/ Ricardo B’atz’ /1h 8 min / El Salvador *THE STICKY SIDE OF BAKLAVA/ Maryanne Zehil / 1h 28min/ Canada *WHY AM I ALIVE/Vilen Novak / 2H/ Ukraine *THE VANISHED/ Arben Thaci / 1h 40min/ North Macedonia *MESSED UP/ Acquiline Isabelle N Mkhosie / 01:31:57/ South … Continue reading IFFNY Announces the 2022 Official Selection Results

Jean Pierre d’Alençon Gutiérrez was born and raised in Santiago, Chile. He began studying composition and orchestration at Academia S’cordatura and the prestigious Conservatorio de Chile. A few years later, he began his studies in film scoring at the renowned Berklee College of Music in Boston, from where he graduated in 2011. In the years to follow, he began working as an orchestrator and composer … Continue reading Screenwriter, Director Jean Pierre d’Alençon Gutiérrez on his latest project “Thief”