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Time Out
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time Out
What to see at the 2025 Tribeca Festival
How to choose? That's the welcome dilemma the Tribeca Festival offers us every year, and the 24th edition—which begins on June 4 and runs through June 15—is as packed as ever. Festival programmer Vincent Cassous calls Tribeca 'a bridge between different viewpoints and cultures,' but the fest's famously expansive reach also spans genres, mediums and even—name be damned—neighborhoods. Actually, the lineup is so vast that organizers dropped 'Film' from the festival's original title several years ago. But cinema still remains at the center, with literally hundreds of shorts, features, and documentaries on offer. That said, any Tribeca event is designed to be a full experience; as Cassous says, 'The films don't end with the credits!' In other words, stick around for a second act—which at this fest could include an insightful conversation about the movie you just watched, or a full-on concert from the film's subject. The main exception, sadly, was Wednesday's opening night entry, the intimate biography Billy Joel: And So It Goes. Joel has, unfortunately, had to cancel upcoming appearances while he recuperates from a brain injury. However, this year's program is packed with music docs, and fans of Eddie Vedder (Matter of Time) Billy Idol (Billy Idol Should Be Dead), Becky G (Rebbeca), and De La Soul and Rakim (The Sixth Borough) can expect live performances at the films' premieres. (Planned appearances are listed on the site, but it's worth noting that stars and filmmakers often surprise audiences by popping into secondary screenings as well.) Other documentary subjects who'll remain for post-premiere conversations include Ty Dolla $ign (Still Free TC), members of Metallica (Metallica Saved My Life), and Miley Cyrus and Slick Rick, both of whom will be bringing new visual albums. You'll spot musicians elsewhere too, including behind the camera: Anderson .Paak (K-Pops!), Logic (Paradise Records), and Nora Kirkpatrick of Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros (A Tree Fell in the Woods) are all making their feature directorial debuts. Demi Lovato is costarring in the drama Tow (though it's Rose Byrne who pulls off the tour de force central performance, about an unhoused woman). And Kid Cudi will be sharing his new short film in a music video program that also includes LL Cool J and Jack White. Another theme that pops up a lot this year is family, both on- and off-screen. Spouses Kyra Sedgwick and Kevin Bacon flirt in the shaggy dramedy The Best You Can, Steve Zahn costars with daughter Audrey in the lovely drama She Dances, and Gideon Grody-Patinkin captures his parents Mandy Patinkin and Kathryn Grody in Seasoned, an expansion of their charmingly bickerish viral videos. Mariska Hargitay explores her Hollywood legacy in the personal doc My Mom Jayne, and you can bring your own crew for the family-oriented premiere of How to Train Your Dragon. Kids will also enjoy the 25th anniversary screenings of Meet the Parents and Best in Show —though you may want to leave them at home for retrospective showings of American Psycho, Casino and Requiem for a Dream. But wait, there's more: You can also catch sneak peeks of shows like The Gilded Age, Godfather of Harlem, and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Explore immersive gaming and virtual reality installations. And attend talks with the likes of Lena Dunham and Michelle Buteau, Mark Ronson and Wyclef Jean, Lena Waithe, Sandra Oh and Sam Rockwell. We know, it's a lot. And we haven't even gotten to Marc Maron baring his soul in the documentary Are We Good, the double dose of Dylan O'Brien that broke the internet when his dramedy Twinless was leaked earlier this year, Willem Dafoe and Camila Morrone in Patricia Arquette's biopic Gonzo Girl —well, you can see why senior programmer Liza Domnitz's primary advice for anyone trying to narrow down their options is pretty straightforward: 'Don't panic!' This goes double, btw, for anyone already overwhelmed by decision fatigue: even if your pick is sold out, every event has a rush line, which often allows entry at the very last minute. The Tribeca Festival runs from June 5–June 16. Tickets are available at other than the Beacon Theatre and United Palace. The Rush system functions as a standby line that will form at the venue approximately one hour prior to scheduled start time. Admittance is based on availability and will begin roughly 10 minutes prior to program start time.
CNN
18-04-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
Eddie Vedder's quest to help cure a rare disease subject of new documentary
'Matter of Time,' a documentary featuring Pearl Jam frontman Eddie Vedder that is set to debut this summer at the Tribeca Film Festival, is being billed as much more than a concert film – it's a rallying cry for action. A string of 2023 solo concerts in Seattle are the backdrop for the film, which chronicles Vedder's efforts to raise funds for clinical research for Epidermolysis Bullosa, a rare genetic skin disease that causes blisters and skin erosion and predominantly affects children. Proceeds from those concerts were directed to EB Research Partnership (EBRP), a foundation co-founded by Vedder and his wife Jill, along with a group of families. The organization's goal is to find a cure for EB by 2030. The film, according to a news release, 'blends powerful music with the poignant, real-life stories of patients, families, researchers, and thought leaders, revealing how determination and innovation are paving the way toward a cure.' 'We are so grateful to the music community, and the entire team who made these concerts and this film possible,' said Eddie Vedder in a statement, first provided to CNN. 'This is a story of hope, resilience, and the power of community.' Jill Vedder, chairwoman of EBRP, added: 'It's amazing to witness how far we've come. Epidermolysis Bullosa may be rare, but through the tireless work of our community, our message is reaching more people than ever. This is more than awareness; it's an urgent push to cure EB by 2030, and together, I know we can make it happen.' The couple's involvement stems from a personal connection. A family friend's son was born with EB and it inspired them to take action. 'The concert wasn't just about music; it was about amplifying the voices of a small but mighty community that refuses to let this disease define them,' said Matt Finlin, the film's director. 'Through the Vedders' dedication and the efforts of everyone involved, this documentary demonstrates to the world how, even against all odds, real change is within reach.' Founded in 2010, EBRP has had a noted impact on research into EB using a so-called venture philanthropy model that essentially aims to create a recurring donation stream by applying some of the principles of investing. Using this model, the foundation has funded 160 research projects and helped accelerate the growth clinical trials, with over 50 now in progress, up from two when the organization started, according to the group's website. Michael Hund, CEO of EB Research Partnership, said 'Matter of Time' 'highlights the real scientific progress that is happening right now.' 'We are showing the world how rare diseases like EB can be cured, and we hope to take our model to thousands of other rare diseases,' Hund siad. The documentary is produced by Door Knocker Media in association with Vitalogy Foundation. Karen Barzilay is also a producer. It is set to premiere at the 24th Tribeca Festival on Thursday, June 12, per a lineup announced on Wednesday.
CNN
17-04-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
Eddie Vedder's quest to help cure a rare disease subject of new documentary
'Matter of Time,' a documentary featuring Pearl Jam frontman Eddie Vedder that is set to debut this summer at the Tribeca Film Festival, is being billed as much more than a concert film – it's a rallying cry for action. A string of 2023 solo concerts in Seattle are the backdrop for the film, which chronicles Vedder's efforts to raise funds for clinical research for Epidermolysis Bullosa, a rare genetic skin disease that causes blisters and skin erosion and predominantly affects children. Proceeds from those concerts were directed to EB Research Partnership (EBRP), a foundation co-founded by Vedder and his wife Jill, along with a group of families. The organization's goal is to find a cure for EB by 2030. The film, according to a news release, 'blends powerful music with the poignant, real-life stories of patients, families, researchers, and thought leaders, revealing how determination and innovation are paving the way toward a cure.' 'We are so grateful to the music community, and the entire team who made these concerts and this film possible,' said Eddie Vedder in a statement, first provided to CNN. 'This is a story of hope, resilience, and the power of community.' Jill Vedder, chairwoman of EBRP, added: 'It's amazing to witness how far we've come. Epidermolysis Bullosa may be rare, but through the tireless work of our community, our message is reaching more people than ever. This is more than awareness; it's an urgent push to cure EB by 2030, and together, I know we can make it happen.' The couple's involvement stems from a personal connection. A family friend's son was born with EB and it inspired them to take action. 'The concert wasn't just about music; it was about amplifying the voices of a small but mighty community that refuses to let this disease define them,' said Finlin said. 'Through the Vedders' dedication and the efforts of everyone involved, this documentary demonstrates to the world how, even against all odds, real change is within reach.' Founded in 2010, EBRP has had a noted impact on research into EB using a so-called venture philanthropy model that essentially aims to create a recurring donation stream by applying some of the principles of investing. Using this model, the foundation has funded 160 research projects and helped accelerate the growth clinical trials, with over 50 now in progress, up from two when the organization started, according to the group's website. Michael Hund, CEO of EB Research Partnership, said 'Matter of Time' 'highlights the real scientific progress that is happening right now.' 'We are showing the world how rare diseases like EB can be cured, and we hope to take our model to thousands of other rare diseases,' Hund siad. The documentary is produced by Door Knocker Media in association with Vitalogy Foundation. Karen Barzilay is also a producer. It is set to premiere at the 24th Tribeca Festival on Thursday, June 12, per a lineup announced on Wednesday.
The Independent
16-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Tribeca Festival sets lineup with Miley Cyrus, Billy Joel and Eddie Vedder
The 2025 Tribeca Festival will feature a medley of music stars, including Billy Joel, Miley Cyrus and Eddie Vedder, in its 24th edition. The annual New York festival, which in 2022 dropped 'Film' from its name, unveiled the lineup Wednesday. The festival, which runs June 4-15, kicks off with the premiere of 'Billy Joel: And So It Goes,' Susan Lacy and Jessica Levin's two-part HBO documentary on the 75-year-old singer. Also premiering at Tribeca will be Cyrus ' visual album 'Something Beautiful,' which she co-directed; 'Matter of Time,' a documentary of a benefit performance by Vedder; 'Billy Idol Should Be Dead,' with a performance to follow from Idol; 'Depeche Mode: M,' a concert film of the band's 2023 Mexico City performance; and 'Move Ya Body: The Birth of House,' by 'The Inspection' filmmaker Elegance Bratton. Fiction film highlights include 'Tow,' starring Rose Byrne as a homeless woman whose car is towed; the Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick-starring 'The Best You Can,' about a New Yorker married to a much older professor; and 'One Spoon of Chocolate,' a thriller written and directed by RZA about a formerly incarcerated military veteran who has to take justice into his own hands in a small town. The festival's closing night gala will be the premiere of 'Yanuni,' a Leonardo DiCaprio -produced film about the Indigenous Brazilian Amazon activist and chief Juma Xipaia who faced multiple assassination attempts in trying to defend her people's land.
Associated Press
16-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Tribeca Festival sets lineup with Miley Cyrus, Billy Joel and Eddie Vedder
NEW YORK (AP) — The 2025 Tribeca Festival will feature a medley of music stars, including Billy Joel, Miley Cyrus and Eddie Vedder, in its 24th edition. The annual New York festival, which in 2022 dropped 'Film' from its name, unveiled the lineup Wednesday. The festival, which runs June 4-15, kicks off with the premiere of 'Billy Joel: And So It Goes,' Susan Lacy and Jessica Levin's two-part HBO documentary on the 75-year-old singer. Also premiering at Tribeca will be Cyrus ' visual album 'Something Beautiful,' which she co-directed; 'Matter of Time,' a documentary of a benefit performance by Vedder; 'Billy Idol Should Be Dead,' with a performance to follow from Idol; 'Depeche Mode: M,' a concert film of the band's 2023 Mexico City performance; and 'Move Ya Body: The Birth of House,' by 'The Inspection' filmmaker Elegance Bratton. Fiction film highlights include 'Tow,' starring Rose Byrne as a homeless woman whose car is towed; the Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick-starring 'The Best You Can,' about a New Yorker married to a much older professor; and 'One Spoon of Chocolate,' a thriller written and directed by RZA about a formerly incarcerated military veteran who has to take justice into his own hands in a small town. The festival's closing night gala will be the premiere of 'Yanuni,' a Leonardo DiCaprio -produced film about the Indigenous Brazilian Amazon activist and chief Juma Xipaia who faced multiple assassination attempts in trying to defend her people's land.
