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Film at Lincoln Center

A premier nonprofit cinema hub on Manhattan's Upper West Side, celebrating global cinema as an art form through festivals, retrospectives, and state-of-the-art theaters.

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What is Film at Lincoln Center known for?

It is a nonprofit organization dedicated to film culture and cinema as an art form. It is known for presenting premier film festivals, retrospectives, new releases, and restorations, with marquee events including the New York Film Festival and New Directors/New Films.

How much does it cost to visit?

General admission is $17. Discounted tickets are available for members ($12) as well as students, seniors, and persons with disabilities ($14).

Where is it located?

The theaters are located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan along 65th Street, between Broadway and Amsterdam Avenue.

What are the hours?

The box offices open 30 minutes before the first screening of the day and close 15 minutes after the start of the last screening.

What is the history of the organization?

Founded in 1969 by William F. May, Martin E. Segal, and Schuyler G. Chapin, the organization was previously known as the Film Society of Lincoln Center until 2019.

What should I check before going?

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What to know

Film at Lincoln Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation and celebration of cinema as an essential art form. Founded in 1969 by Lincoln Center executives William F. May, Martin E. Segal, and Schuyler G. Chapin, the organization serves as one of the eleven resident organizations at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts campus. Until 2019, it was known as the Film Society of Lincoln Center. The organization's programming is diverse, presenting year-round retrospectives, new releases, and restorations in state-of-the-art theaters. Its marquee events include the world-renowned New York Film Festival and New Directors/New Films, which allow audiences to discover works from both established and emerging directors from across the globe. Visitors can experience cinema in venues such as the 268-seat Walter Reade Theater. Additionally, the site includes the Frieda and Roy Furman Gallery, which serves as a dedicated event space. The theaters are located along 65th Street between Broadway and Amsterdam Avenue on Manhattan's Upper West Side. Beyond the screen, FLC fosters a vibrant film culture through the publication of Film Comment, a high-quality film journalism ownship, and the FLC Academies, which cultivate the next generation of film industry professionals.

Visitor tips

  • General admission is $17, but discounts are available for students, seniors, and persons with disabilities.
  • The box office opens 30 minutes before the first screening of the day and closes 15 minutes after the start of the last screening.
  • Check the official website for daily programming of restored classics and new releases to plan your visit.
  • Allow extra time to explore the surrounding Lincoln Center campus on foot.

Nearby context

Located on 65th Street between Broadway and Amsterdam Avenue, Film at Lincoln Center is integrated into the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts campus, sharing the neighborhood with other resident arts organizations.

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