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Tribeca 2, 6 PM/12 AM

By New York City International Film Festival, (NYCIFF) (other events)

Mon, Aug 22 2011 6:00 PM EDT Tue, Aug 23 2011 12:00 AM EDT
 
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6:00-7:30 PM

Pluto (93m, USA) WORLD PREMIERE
Dir. by A. Frenkel
Genres: Comedy, Independent, Romantic Comedy, Dramedy
Synopsis: 'Pluto' is the story of a young rich kid who doesn't know what he wants to do with life so he creates a unique hobby of disguising himself and lying to strangers. Avoiding any possibility of following in his deceased father's footsteps, Pluto's new lifestyle worsens his relationships, inevitably heading towards disaster. In this quirky comedy, told through different film mediums and styles, Pluto brings us in to his self-inflicted world of personal trouble and chaos in the most fun way he can.

8/9:30 PM

Three Veils (117 m, USA) NEW YORK PREMIERE
Dir. R. Selbak
Genres: Drama, Independent, Culture, Social Issue
Synopsis: The lives of three young Middle Eastern women intertwine as they struggle to defy tradition and create their own realities.
From an arranged marriage and a lesbian love affair to an abusive family situation, the film daringly tackles issues Middle Eastern women are confronted with today and carries a unique social message that women worldwide can relate to.

10:00PM-12:00 AM

Jack Falls (100m, UK) NORTH AMERICA PREMIERE
Dir. by P. Tanter
Genres: Drama, Thriller, Crime, Cult, Independent
Synopsis: After recovering from a murder attempt in Amsterdam, former undercover police officer Jack Adleth returns to London seeking revenge against those who tried to kill him. As he deals with the consequences of his former duel life, few people are pleased to see him back alive. Jack must contend with enemies of both sides of the law as people seek to settle scores. Using his training, wits and cunning, Jack must survive long enough to bury his past before it buries him. Filmed in high contrast black and white with splashes of colour, this modern crime noir is full of well-known British talent.

New York City International Film Festival, (NYCIFF)