Bradley Cooper’s “Is This Thing On?” World Premiere at NYFF
Bradley Cooper’s “Is This Thing On?” to Premiere at new York Film Festival
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The new York Film Festival (NYFF) has announced its opening and centerpiece films, alongside a special preview of Bradley Cooper’s latest directorial effort, ”Is This Thing On?”. The festival, a prestigious showcase for cinematic artistry, will feature these highly anticipated works as part of its upcoming 62nd edition.
Cooper’s NYC-Centric Film to Close the Festival
Bradley Cooper, a celebrated 12-time Oscar nominee, is set to direct and star in “Is this Thing On?”. The film, which was shot throughout New york city, will have its premiere on the closing evening of the festival. cooper expressed his excitement about debuting the project in the city that inspired it, stating, “NYC injects an energy into every aspect of filmmaking that just can’t be replicated.” This sentiment highlights the deep connection between the film and its urban setting, promising a vibrant cinematic experience.
Festival Lineup Features Star-Studded Dramas
The festival’s opening night will be marked by the North American premiere of Luca Guadagnino‘s “After the Hunt.” This drama delves into the complexities of campus politics and personal intrigue, boasting a stellar cast that includes Julia Roberts, Ayo Edebiri, and Andrew Garfield. Following this, the festival’s centerpiece will be the North American premiere of Jim Jarmusch‘s “Father Mother Sister Brother.” This unique film explores family dynamics through three distinct chapters set in different countries, featuring an ensemble cast of acclaimed actors such as Adam driver, Mayim Bialik, Vicky Krieps, cate Blanchett, Charlotte Rampling, and Tom Waits. Both “After the Hunt” and “Father Mother Sister Brother” are set to have their world premieres at the Venice Film Festival prior to their New York showings.
Anticipation Builds for Remaining Slate
While these key films have been revealed, the NYFF’s main slate and other sections are still to be announced. Festival director Lesli Klainberg has indicated that “Is This Thing On?” is one of several world premieres slated for the program. The festival’s overall approach,according to Lim,is to curate a selection that champions cinema as a vital and relevant art form. “If I’m going to put forward a list of films that makes the case for cinema as an art form that matters today in 2025, which are the films that I’m going to put forward as evidence? The program is our answer to that question,” Lim stated, emphasizing the festival’s commitment to showcasing impactful and meaningful cinema.
The New York Film Festival’s main slate selection committee is chaired by Lim and comprises film programmers Florence Almozini and rachel Rosen, critic K. Austin Collins, and former Times film critic Justin Chang.Their collective expertise will undoubtedly shape a compelling and diverse program that reflects the current landscape of international cinema.