First Run Film Festival
FIRST RUN FESTIVAL 2025
April 2 - April 9, 2025
NYU's First Run Festival is an annual event hosted by the Kanbar Institute of Film & Television at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts. It is the longest continuously running film festival in New York City, dedicated to showcasing the advanced work of NYU graduate and undergraduate film students.
Submissions Now Open!
Deadline to apply: January 17, 2025, 8pm ET
Save the Date for Marquee Events - NYC
Craft Awards
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
5pm Awards Ceremony, Riese Lounge, 721 Broadway, Lobby Level
The festival kicks off with the Craft Awards, a celebration of excellence in various areas such as screenwriting, editing, cinematography, producing, and more. We also recognize the King Award finalists and a handful of cash prize recipients who have demonstrated outstanding craftsmanship in their respective fields.
Ice Cream Social & Festival Kick Off
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
7pm 721 Broadway, Lower Concourse
Festival Screenings
April 4 - 6, 2025
721 Broadway, Lower Level
Join us to watch 100+ graduate and undergraduate films representing animation, documentary, experimental and narrative works.
King Awards & Screening
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
6pm Regal Union Square Theater
At this prestigious event, the top three King Award recipients from both the Graduate and Undergraduate Departments are recognized for their exceptional work. Over $50,000 in cash awards are presented to these top winners, followed by a screening of the films.
*All events are open to the public. Seating is first come, first served.
