Emulsion Episode 15 – Dennis Lim discusses the 63rd New York Film Festival.

Emulsion Episode 15 – Dennis Lim discusses the 63rd New York Film Festival.

      If you reside in New York and have a passion for films, the start of the New York Film Festival—specifically on Friday, September 26 this year—might be the most thrilling time of the year. Dennis Lim has been involved with the festival for several years and has been guiding it since 2020; his background as a journalist and critic aligns seamlessly with his role as a programmer. On the eve of the festival's launch, I had a conversation with Dennis about his responsibilities as a programmer, how seemingly unrelated films can complement each other, the experience of watching eight to ten hours of films daily, and the significance of a festival during a time when consensus is crucial.

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Emulsion Episode 15 – Dennis Lim discusses the 63rd New York Film Festival.

For those residing in New York and who have an interest in films, the start of the New York Film Festival—this year on Friday, September 26—might just be the most thrilling time of the year. Dennis Lim, who has been part of the committee for many years, has been overseeing the festival since 2020, bringing his background as a journalist to the role.