Montclair Film announces upcoming screenings and events in March

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) — Montclair Film has announced its upcoming screening and events for March. “We are so excited to be able to bring these strong programs to the Montclair community this March. Look for lots of exciting things to come this spring. This is no longer the slow season for Montclair Film,” stated Artistic Director/Co-Head Tom Hall.

All Things Oscars®: In Conversation with Daniel Battsek – Monday, March 4 at 7:30pm at Cinema505. Join Daniel Battsek, Montclair Film Board Member and Executive Producer of two of this year’s Oscar-nominated films, Poor Things and The Zone of Interest, in conversation with Montclair Film’s Co-Head/Artistic Director, Tom Hall as they breakdown this year’s Academy Award® nominations, controversies and snubs. Tickets are available for purchase online.

Special sneak preview of Robot Dreams – Wednesday, March 6 at 6:00pm at The Clairidge. This Oscar® nominated film from the 2024 Montclair Film Festival won’t be in theaters until this summer, but you can see it on March 6th at The Clairidge. Dog lives in Manhattan and he’s tired of being alone. One day he decides to build himself a robot, a companion. Their friendship blossoms, until they become inseparable, to the rhythm of 80’s NYC. One summer night, DOG, with great sadness, is forced to abandon ROBOT at the beach. Will they ever meet again? A family-friendly, heartwarming tale that is loved by kids and adults alike. Tickets are available for purchase online.

Special advanced screening of Frida followed by a Q&A with local Director Carla Gutierrez – Thursday, March 7 at 7:00pm at The Clairidge. Straight from the 2024 Sundance Film Festival. An intimately raw and magical journey through the life, mind, and heart of iconic artist Frida Kahlo. Told through her own words for the very first time — drawn from her diary, revealing letters, essays, and print interviews — and brought vividly to life by lyrical animation inspired by her unforgettable artwork. Tickets are available for purchase online.

Women in Reel Life: The Voices Behind the Camera – Tuesday, March 12 at 7:00pm at Cinema505. Women are breaking barriers and shaping the future of the film and entertainment industry. Hear from these powerhouses in New Jersey film and entertainment about their careers, their challenges, and the opportunities that exist in a reimagined industry. Panelists include Elizabeth Parchment (NJEDA), Catherine Minervini (IMAGE 819), Nina Sloan (1st AD and UPM), Sara Corrigan (Editor), Kim Woodward (National Geographic), and Janice Kovach (Mayor of Clinton). Moderated by Producer and NJ Studio Owner Gail Barringer. Presented in partnership with the NJEDA. This is a free event but tickets must be reserved in advance here.

One night only screening of Fioretta followed by Q&A with the film’s subject Randy Schoenberg – Thursday, March 14 at 7:00pm at The Clairidge. History-obsessed Randy Schoenberg (memorably portrayed by Ryan Reynolds in Woman In Gold) brings his reluctant teenage son Joey along for the journey of a lifetime, through Europe and the centuries, to reclaim 500 years of their family story. Tickets are available for purchase online.

Montclair Film, a non-profit, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization connects filmmakers from around the region and world with audiences by presenting films and year-round programs that engage, educate, and entertain through the power of visual storytelling. Montclair Film owns and operates The Clairidge, a year-round, independent, non-profit cinema at 486 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ. The thirteenth annual Montclair Film Festival will take place from October 18-27, 2024. Montclair Film’s programs are made possible with funds from the New Jersey Department of State, Division of Travel and Tourism, as well as the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, among many others. Montclair Film provides unique and meaningful ways to engage with diverse, creative, and sophisticated audiences and seeks sponsors for its signature film festival and other year-round programs that attract more than 83,000 annual attendees and generate more than 800 million media impressions yearly.