Date: Friday, August 23rd
Venue: Green-Wood Cemetery
Address: 500 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11232
7:45 PM: Doors Open
8:15 PM: Live Music
9:00 PM: Films Begin
10:30 PM: Q&A with Filmmakers
10:45 PM: Afterparty
Rooftop Shots: Closing Night 2024
Gather around, one more time, as we celebrate the innovative work of some of Rooftop’s favorite short filmmakers. As always, our Closing Night is full of wistful memories, longing moments, and devastating realizations. Reflect on launching rockets, sad love songs, existential travel, and bingo halls. Come to cry, stay to experience something profound, and dance all the emotions away with us in iconic Green-Wood Cemetery. After all, all good things must come to an end…
THE FILMS
Ball People
Scott Lazer | US | 13
Behind the scenes of the US Open Ball Crew tryouts.
Cross My Heart and Hope To Die
Sam Manacsa | Philippines| 17 mins
Mila struggles as she is unpaid at work and a love interest becomes a source of comfort. But a promise of hope may also lead to tragedy.
Dark Night of the Jules
Mike Lars White | France, US | 6mins
An existential comedy about tourism (and difficult software).
A film is a goodbye that never ends
María Luisa Santos | Costa Rica | 13 mins
A woman waits for a visa with Turbo, a dog that she grows to adore. As time passes, she has to grapple with how to say goodbye.
Invasive Species
Annie Ning | US | 13 mins
A young Asian American sound artist confronts feelings of imposter syndrome at her first ever artist's residency.
The TOBOS
Tobias Rud | Denmark | 14 mins
Something is wrong with Bean-TOBO’s insides.
When a Rocket Sits on the Launch Pad
Bohao Liu | China, US | 12 mins
At the basketball camp, 15-year-old Fang talks about her dreams.
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NO REFUNDS. IN THE EVENT OF RAIN, SHOW WILL BE RESCHEDULED AT THE SAME LOCATION. NO OUTSIDE ALCOHOL IS PERMITTED.
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FAQs
How will it work?
Using your RSVP, our team will check in all patrons by last name at the entrance.
How do I get there?
Subway: take the R train to the 25th Street station. Bus: take the B63 to 5 Av./26 St. If you are driving please note there is street parking only.
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
Rooftop Films are open to all ages, but ID and proof of age is required for entry. You must be 21+ to attend the afterparty.
Do I need to bring a chair?
Chairs will be provided. You are welcome to bring your own chair or blanket but you will need to sit on the side of or behind the provided seating area.
Can I bring food and drinks?
No outside alcoholic beverages are allowed. Feel free to bring snacks and non-alcoholic beverages!
Where will the screening take place within Green-Wood Cemetery?
Check in will be at the main entrance on 25th Street and 5th Avenue, but the screening location will be about a 5-6 minute walk up a relatively steep, paved hill from there. Please contact us if someone in your party will need assistance getting to the location.
How accessible is this venue?
This venue is accessible to all. If you have any concerns, please email us at tickets@rooftopfilms.com or call at 718-417-7362 for more information.
I am a Rooftop Films member. How do I use my member benefits?
Upon joining as a member you received a unique member ticket code. Click on "tickets" on this page and then "enter promo code". Enter your unique member code and press "apply". Interested in becoming a member? Learn more here.
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
No need to bring your ticket! Just give your name / name of the ticket holder at the door for entry.
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