EXPLORE OUR 2025 SIGNATURE PROGRAMS
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Marquee Event
Ben Stiller leads a powerhouse panel of comedians in a bold, hilarious conversation on comedy, chaos, and creative truth-telling.
Conversations + Talks
A live taping of The Back Room podcast featuring award-winning documentarian Alex Gibney in a sharp, revealing conversation.
Conversations + Talks
After the screening, stay for an on-stage conversation with filmmaker Kim A. Snyder, producer Maria Cuomo Cole, and New Jersey Librarian of the Year 2023, Martha Hickson
Conversations + Talks
Two master storytellers, 50+ films—Tony Gilroy and Scott Frank go deep on craft, legacy, and redefining screenwriting for the screen.
Marquee Event
Step into Elin Hilderbrand’s world at a seaside garden brunch celebrating her Nantucket novels and their high-profile screen adaptations.
Conversations + Talks
Join us for a landmark In Their Shoes® conversation following an exclusive 30-minute sneak peek of The American Revolution, the sweeping new 12-hour documentary series from acclaimed filmmaker Ken Burns.
Marquee Event
A festival favorite, Late Night Storytelling returns for our 30th anniversary, hosted by Ophira Eisenberg—this time inspired by the theme: DIRTY THIRTY.
Conversations + Talks
Kickstart your day with a cup of coffee and NFF filmmakers, producers, and actors. Join us at the Sister Ship to enjoy this daily, iconic Festival event series, with light fare and moderated conversation. Complimentary coffee, tea, and breakfast items from WHEAT.
Marquee Event
Celebrate three decades of storytelling at NFF’s Screenwriters Tribute—an unforgettable evening of awards, wit, and cinematic brilliance.