{"id":2026029,"date":"2025-09-16T11:31:14","date_gmt":"2025-09-16T11:31:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2026029"},"modified":"2025-09-16T11:31:14","modified_gmt":"2025-09-16T11:31:14","slug":"what-movies-youll-see-how-to-get-tickets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/what-movies-youll-see-how-to-get-tickets\/","title":{"rendered":"What movies you&#8217;ll see, how to get tickets"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div data-article-body=\"true\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">PORTSMOUTH \u2014 The 23rd annual New Hampshire Film Festival has announced the selection of more than <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/nhfilmfestival.com\/films-year-accepted\/2025\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:100 independent films;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">100 independent films<\/a> that will be screened Oct. 16-\u206019 event.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">\u201cThis year\u2019s lineup showcases bold, thought-provoking films that are sure to challenge, inspire, and spark conversation,\u201d said NHFF lead programmer Ian McCarthy. \u201cWe\u2019re proud to bring together filmmakers, industry professionals, and film lovers in the vibrant city of Portsmouth.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The lineup includes 32 narrative features, 19 documentary features, and 65 shorts, curated from more than 1,700 submissions.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"relative mb-4\">\n<div class=\"relative\"><button aria-label=\"View larger image\" class=\"group absolute bottom-3 right-3 size-10 md:size-[50px] lg:inset-0 lg:size-full lg:bg-transparent\" data-ylk=\"elm:expand;itc:1;sec:image-lightbox;slk:lightbox-open;\"><span class=\"absolute bottom-0 right-0 rounded-full bg-white p-3 opacity-100 shadow-elevation-3 transition-opacity duration-300 group-hover:block group-hover:opacity-100 md:p-[17px] lg:bottom-6 lg:right-6 lg:bg-white\/90 lg:p-5 lg:opacity-0 lg:shadow-none\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 22 22\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"size-4 lg:size-6\" width=\"22\" height=\"22\"><path d=\"M12.372.92c0-.506.41-.916.915-.916L21 0l-.004 7.712a.917.917 0 0 1-1.832 0V3.183l-6.827 6.828-1.349-1.348 6.828-6.828h-4.529a.915.915 0 0 1-.915-.915M1.835 17.816l6.828-6.828 1.349 1.349-6.829 6.827h4.529a.915.915 0 0 1 0 1.831L0 21l.004-7.713a.916.916 0 0 1 1.831 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button><dialog aria-label=\"Modal Dialog\" aria-modal=\"true\" class=\"fixed inset-0 z-4 size-full max-h-none max-w-none bg-white hidden\"\/><\/div><figcaption class=\"relative text-sm mt-1 pr-2.5\">\n<p>Tina Sawtelle, chief executive officer and president of The Music Hall in Portsmouth, is leader of the New Hampshire Film Festival.<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">\u201cThe New Hampshire Film Festival is the longest-running and most successful film festival in the Granite State,&#8221; said Tina Sawtelle, president and chief executive officer of The Music Hall. &#8220;It\u2019s a true celebration of cinema, drawing thousands of attendees.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-4 text-xl font-bold md:text-2xl\">Which films will be shown at 2025 NH Film Festival?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Films that will be screened that are already attracting attention include:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"mb-4\">\n<li class=\"ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Noah Baumbach\u2019s &#8220;Jay Kelly,&#8221; starring George Clooney and New Hampshire\u2019s Adam Sandler.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Berlin Silver Bear winner &#8220;Blue Moon&#8221; (Richard Linklater) starring Ethan Hawke, Margaret Qualley, and Andrew Scott, Executive producer Aaron Wiederspahn is a New Hampshire resident and plans to attend the festival.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Cannes prize winners &#8220;It Was Just an Accident&#8221; (Jafar Panahi), &#8220;The Secret Agent&#8221; (Kleber Mendon\u00e7a Filho), &#8220;Sir\u00e2t&#8221; (Oliver Laxe), and &#8220;Sound of Falling&#8221; (Mascha Schilinski).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">&#8220;Love+War,&#8221; from Academy Award-winning filmmakers Jimmy Chin and Chai Vasarhelyi.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">U.S. premieres of &#8220;Best Boy&#8221; (Jesse Noah Klein) and &#8220;Supernatural&#8221; (Ventura Durall)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Animated feature &#8220;Arco&#8221; (Ugo Bienvenu) voiced by Natalie Portman, Will Ferrell, Mark Ruffalo, America Ferrera, Andy Samberg.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">New England premier of &#8220;Our Hero, Balthazar<em>,<\/em>&#8221; which is getting a lot of buzz<em>; <\/em>\u00a0filmmaker Oscar Boyson, grew up in southern Maine and will be in attendance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">&#8220;The Travel Companion,&#8221; a comedy about friendship centered around a struggling documentary filmmaker is getting rave reviews. It\u2019s co-directed by NH\u2019s Alex Mallis, along with Travis Wood.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"mb-4 text-xl font-bold md:text-2xl\">NH Film Festival panels and workshops<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"relative mb-4\">\n<div class=\"relative\"><img alt=\"Movie goers gather outside The Music Hall in Portsmouth during the 2024 New Hampshire Film Festival. The 2025 event is Oct. 16-19.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"960\" height=\"1440\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/YHPsmDvgKFD4fdqTd_Jf6g--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTE0NDA7Y2Y9d2VicA--\/https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/portsmouth-herald\/93aa5cf14081da1bdbfe8615da975194\"\/><button aria-label=\"View larger image\" class=\"group absolute bottom-3 right-3 size-10 md:size-[50px] lg:inset-0 lg:size-full lg:bg-transparent\" data-ylk=\"elm:expand;itc:1;sec:image-lightbox;slk:lightbox-open;\"><span class=\"absolute bottom-0 right-0 rounded-full bg-white p-3 opacity-100 shadow-elevation-3 transition-opacity duration-300 group-hover:block group-hover:opacity-100 md:p-[17px] lg:bottom-6 lg:right-6 lg:bg-white\/90 lg:p-5 lg:opacity-0 lg:shadow-none\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 22 22\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"size-4 lg:size-6\" width=\"22\" height=\"22\"><path d=\"M12.372.92c0-.506.41-.916.915-.916L21 0l-.004 7.712a.917.917 0 0 1-1.832 0V3.183l-6.827 6.828-1.349-1.348 6.828-6.828h-4.529a.915.915 0 0 1-.915-.915M1.835 17.816l6.828-6.828 1.349 1.349-6.829 6.827h4.529a.915.915 0 0 1 0 1.831L0 21l.004-7.713a.916.916 0 0 1 1.831 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button><dialog aria-label=\"Modal Dialog\" aria-modal=\"true\" class=\"fixed inset-0 z-4 size-full max-h-none max-w-none bg-white hidden\"\/><\/div><figcaption class=\"relative text-sm mt-1 pr-2.5\">\n<p>Movie goers gather outside The Music Hall in Portsmouth during the 2024 New Hampshire Film Festival. The 2025 event is Oct. 16-19.<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"mb-4\">\n<li class=\"ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Ethics of Artificial Intelligence: A Discussion &amp; Debate<\/strong> \u2013 A timely conversation on AI\u2019s growing impact on creative industries, led by Studio Lab\u2019s Ian Messina with special industry guests.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Across the Table: A Conversation with Jessica Kingdon &amp; Courtney Stephens<\/strong> \u2013 Presented by the MacDowell organization, this intimate talk features Academy Award\u2013nominated documentarian Jessica Kingdon (<em>Ascension<\/em>) in conversation with filmmaker and writer Courtney Stephens.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Morning Coffee with 2025 NHFF Filmmakers &amp; Special Guests<\/strong> \u2013 A festival tradition, these casual morning gatherings offer an informal opportunity to hear directly from featured filmmakers about their process and stories.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Virtual Production: An Immersive Demonstration &amp; Experience<\/strong> \u2013 Presented by Studio Lab, this multi-session, hands-on showcase gives attendees an insider\u2019s view of cutting-edge XR workflows and how virtual production is shaping the future of filmmaking.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Inspiring Images: Addressing the Challenges of Filmmaking<\/strong> \u2013 Presented by ARRI, a world-leading manufacturer of motion picture cameras, lighting, and film production equipment, renowned for setting industry standards in cinematic image quality and innovation. This session explores how tools and techniques across cameras, lighting, and stabilization support storytelling while balancing budget, schedule, and creative vision.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>The Move from Making Shorts to Features (and Sometimes Back Again)<\/strong> \u2013 Award-winning filmmaker Jeff Stern leads a discussion on the challenges and opportunities of transitioning between formats.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Young Filmmakers Workshop<\/strong> \u2013 This annual three-day intensive program established in 2001 nurtures the next generation of storytellers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>Look Up in the Sky: Welcoming You into the World of Aerial Drones<\/strong> \u2013 A deep dive into drone technology and its creative applications for independent productions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>A Chat about Independent Financing, Festivals &amp; Distribution<\/strong> \u2013 Industry insiders including Hulu, Factory 25, CAA, Greenwich Entertainment, and NEON share insights on financing models and the evolving distribution landscape.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><strong>The Comedy Panel with Eliza Coupe<\/strong> \u2013 NH actress Coupe (&#8220;Happy Endings&#8221;) hosts this lively conversation with comedic writers and performers including Tim Herlihy (&#8220;Billy Madison,&#8221; &#8220;Happy Gilmore&#8221;) and actor\/comedian Jon Rudnitsky (&#8220;SNL,&#8221; &#8220;The Big Leap,&#8221; &#8220;Home Again&#8221;<em>) <\/em>and more panelists to be announced soon, offering an inside look at the art of making audiences laugh.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">New this year is a collaboration with Studio Lab, a Derry, New Hampshire-based production facility for creative professionals that specializes in cutting-edge technology that\u2019s reshaping film and content creation.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-4 text-xl font-bold md:text-2xl\">NH Film Festival is qualifier for short films in Academy Awards<\/h2>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The New Hampshire Film Festival is an Academy Awards qualifying festival for the short film awards in three categories: Live Action Shorts, Animation Shorts, and Documentary Shorts. Recipients will be eligible for Academy Awards consideration without the standard theatrical run, provided they comply with the Academy\u2019s rules.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">\u201cAchieving Academy Award qualifying status in a third category is a rare distinction and a testament to the festival\u2019s dedication and the incredible talent of the filmmakers who choose to share their stories with us,\u201d said Dan Hannon, NHFF co-founder.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-4 text-xl font-bold md:text-2xl\">How to buy tickets for NH Film Festival<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"relative mb-4\">\n<div class=\"relative\"><img alt=\"Movie goers gather outside The Music Hall in Portsmouth during the 2024 New Hampshire Film Festival. The 2025 event is Oct. 16-19.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"960\" height=\"639\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/tuUM9YvRtpLY6cpW3iQ7uw--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTYzOTtjZj13ZWJw\/https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/portsmouth-herald\/56729baccf205113002256e9a85ae72b\"\/><button aria-label=\"View larger image\" class=\"group absolute bottom-3 right-3 size-10 md:size-[50px] lg:inset-0 lg:size-full lg:bg-transparent\" data-ylk=\"elm:expand;itc:1;sec:image-lightbox;slk:lightbox-open;\"><span class=\"absolute bottom-0 right-0 rounded-full bg-white p-3 opacity-100 shadow-elevation-3 transition-opacity duration-300 group-hover:block group-hover:opacity-100 md:p-[17px] lg:bottom-6 lg:right-6 lg:bg-white\/90 lg:p-5 lg:opacity-0 lg:shadow-none\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 22 22\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"size-4 lg:size-6\" width=\"22\" height=\"22\"><path d=\"M12.372.92c0-.506.41-.916.915-.916L21 0l-.004 7.712a.917.917 0 0 1-1.832 0V3.183l-6.827 6.828-1.349-1.348 6.828-6.828h-4.529a.915.915 0 0 1-.915-.915M1.835 17.816l6.828-6.828 1.349 1.349-6.829 6.827h4.529a.915.915 0 0 1 0 1.831L0 21l.004-7.713a.916.916 0 0 1 1.831 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button><dialog aria-label=\"Modal Dialog\" aria-modal=\"true\" class=\"fixed inset-0 z-4 size-full max-h-none max-w-none bg-white hidden\"\/><\/div><figcaption class=\"relative text-sm mt-1 pr-2.5\">\n<p>Movie goers gather outside The Music Hall in Portsmouth during the 2024 New Hampshire Film Festival. The 2025 event is Oct. 16-19.<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Purchasing a festival pass enables filmgoers access to all the films being screened at multiple locations across the city, participate in an array of panel discussions, and attend social events. Passes, single day and select individual film tickets are on sale at <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nhfilmfestival.comn%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cgsabalewski%40seacoastonline.com%7C2a1a5f097b554bb26dfb08ddf47fcd75%7Cbc924c8d3e164e88bf26d7fcfb14f2d5%7C0%7C0%7C638935553447223667%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=wIXlU8TsNohge7l8iWBgR3OBI3sawey2QZV3HZ7B8iM%3D&amp;reserved=0\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:nhfilmfestival.com;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">nhfilmfestival.com<\/a> and at The Music Hall\u2019s downtown ticketing hub at 134 Congress St. in Portsmouth).<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Screening venues include The Music Hall&#8217;s historic theater, The Music Hall Lounge, 3S Artspace, Moffatt-Ladd House, Novacure and Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">This year&#8217;s festival is underwritten by Key Auto and Bank PROV.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><em>This article originally appeared on Portsmouth Herald: <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seacoastonline.com\/story\/entertainment\/2025\/09\/16\/nh-film-festival-2025-in-portsmouth-movies-youll-see-and-more\/86167709007\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:NH Film Festival 2025 in Portsmouth: What movies you'll see and more;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">NH Film Festival 2025 in Portsmouth: What movies you&#8217;ll see and more<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><em> \u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em> \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source www.yahoo.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>PORTSMOUTH \u2014 The 23rd annual New Hampshire Film Festival has announced the selection of more than 100 independent films that will be screened Oct. 16-\u206019 event. \u201cThis year\u2019s lineup showcases bold, thought-provoking films that are sure to challenge, inspire, and spark conversation,\u201d said NHFF lead programmer Ian McCarthy. \u201cWe\u2019re proud to bring together filmmakers, industry [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":2026030,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"jnews-multi-image_gallery":[],"jnews_single_post":[],"jnews_primary_category":[],"jnews_social_meta":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[25172],"tags":[365099,373055,317163,32720,373056,373054,373057,332294,35594,321294,373053],"class_list":["post-2026029","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-entertainment","tag-academy-award","tag-documentary-features","tag-film-festival","tag-george-clooney","tag-ian-mccarthy","tag-independent-films","tag-jessica-kingdon","tag-new-hampshire","tag-nh","tag-richard-linklater","tag-studio-lab"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/What-movies-youll-see-how-to-get-tickets.jpeg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2026029","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2026029"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2026029\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2026030"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2026029"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2026029"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2026029"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}