by John Moore | Jan 1, 2022
The earliest cinematic portrayals of Central Park were almost always romantic in nature. Whether it was the backdrop for joyous singing and dancing, as in “On the Town”, or the setting for sentimental love stories, such as “Portrait of Jennie”, the park was seen as...
by John Moore | Jul 18, 2018
Celebrate great New York films and filmmakers under the stars at the 2018 Central Park Film Festival. This year’s lineup will include two of our Top Ten Central Park Movies – Hair and The Muppets Take Manhattan. Rounding out the schedule is a classic...
by John Moore | Aug 26, 2015
This year’s lineup of films is an eclectic collection of favorites from the 70’s and 80’s Tuesday, Aug 25: Fame (R) Wednesday, Aug 26: The Blues Brothers (R) Thursday, Aug 27: Airplane! (PG) Friday, Aug 28: Raging Bull (R) Saturday, Aug 29:...
by John Moore | Aug 3, 2014
Movies have been shot in Central Park for over a century now (the first was “Romeo and Juliet” in 1908). So what better place to celebrate the world’s most iconic park? Top Ten Central Park Movies Join us at the 2014 Central Park Film Festival Aug. 18 through...
by John Moore | Nov 12, 2011
Movies have been shot in Central Park for over a century now (the first was “Romeo and Juliet” in 1908) and I thought it would be a great idea to pick the ten best of all time. The criteria used in the selection process were admittedly biased, but we did...
by John Moore | Aug 16, 2011
Music is the theme at the ninth annual Central Park Film Festival, which brings free movies to the heart of Manhattan for five nights, Aug. 23-27. From rock to country, the films will celebrate great musicians and the best in popular music, with each night showcasing...
