Byrne says of his design: “I am honored to be invited to do this poster. Ever since I’ve lived in New York, the NYFF posters have been iconic—the invited artists—a who’s who of artists and designers. I thought to myself, ‘Won’t it be nice to remind folks what going to the movies feels like?’ During the pandemic we missed that experience, but I wanted to let folks know we can enjoy it again. So I wrote down all the things people do in movie theaters besides watching the movie—kissing, sleeping, eating, laughing, crying, terror, joy—we’re in a room with strangers, all experiencing the same thing. Thanks to all the volunteers, the Walter Reade Theater staff, Todomundo, Pace Gallery, and Artists for Humanity.”

The limited-edition posters are now available for purchase via Posteritati. Additionally, a limited number of posters will be available for purchase during the festival at Film at Lincoln Center’s merchandise store located in Alice Tully Hall. FLC Members receive a 10% discount on the poster.

David Byrne is a musician, performer, writer, and multidisciplinary artist whose creative ventures have captivated audiences since 1975 when he co-founded the renowned group Talking Heads. Recent works include Here Lies Love, a musical with music by Byrne and Fatboy Slim (2023); Theater of the Mind, an immersive journey co-created by Byrne and writer Mala Gaonkar (2022/23); SOCIAL! at The Park Avenue Armory; the Broadway production of David Byrne’s American Utopia (2019) as well as the Spike Lee–directed film version (2020); the launch of his Reasons to be Cheerful online magazine (2019); and the solo album American Utopia (2018). To date, Byrne has published five books, including How Music Works (2012).

NYFF62 is generously supported by Co-Chairs Almudena and Pablo Legorreta, Imelda and Peter Sobiloff, and Nanna and Dan Stern; and Vice-Chairs Susannah Gray and John Lyons, and Tara Kelleher and Roy Zuckerberg.

Presented by Film at Lincoln Center, the New York Film Festival is an annual showcase of the best in world cinema. Since 1963, NYFF has shaped film culture and continues an enduring tradition of introducing audiences to bold and remarkable works from celebrated filmmakers as well as fresh new talent. The 62nd edition of the festival takes place September 27–October 14, 2024.

The New York Film Festival will offer festival screenings in four partner venues across the city: Alamo Drafthouse Cinema (Staten Island), BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music) (Brooklyn), The Bronx Museum (Bronx), and the Museum of the Moving Image (Queens). Each venue will present a selection of films throughout the festival; a complete list of partner venue films and showtimes will be announced in September.

Secure your seats with Festival Passes, limited quantities on sale now. NYFF62 single tickets will go on sale to the general public on Tuesday, September 17 at noon ET, with pre-sale access for FLC Members and Pass holders prior to this date.
 

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