World Arthouse Film and Multi-Arts Programme Returns to Manhattan with Fourteenth Edition of Bronx World Film Cycle, Winter 2025
The Bronx World Film Cycle, Winter 2025 returned to Manhattan for its fourteenth edition from January 5-7, 2025, at La Nacional on 239 West 14th Street. This arthouse film and multi-arts programme featured a curated selection of 34 films by 23 directors from 14 countries, spanning various genres including documentary, dance, animation, digital art, fantasy, sci-fi, drama, and experimental works.
Event Highlights:
Headlining Film: "Take Your Space" by Karolina Álvarez, a documentary on Mexican graffiti and urban art.
Featured Artist: Alessandro Amaducci's video art in "The Bytes Dreams are Made of"
Local Talent: Avant-premières of works by Bronx residents Hyonok Kim (2024 NYSCA Grantee) and Vibol Sungkriem
International Contributions: New works by Noman Robin and Roland Uruci
Special Focus: Spotlight on contemporary Albanian cinema
The programme showcased a diverse range of film lengths, from micrométrage (30 seconds to 2 minutes) to feature-length formats.
Bronx World Film Cycle is known for providing a platform for filmmakers who embody a strong sense of identity, place, and culture while exploring new artistic expressions.
Venue Information
La Nacional, the host venue, is a historic Spanish cultural center located in what was once known as "Little Spain" in Manhattan. Founded in 1868, it has a rich history of supporting Spanish immigrants and serving as a cultural hub for Spanish artists and writers. Today, it continues to preserve Spanish culture through various events and its authentic Spanish restaurant in the basement.
The Bronx World Film Cycle offers filmmakers access to international audiences, media, and industry professionals, making it an important event for emerging talents in the world of arthouse cinema. For more, visit: bronxworldfilm.org