Museum of the Moving Image

MoMI is thrilled to announce a special addition to our ongoing exhibition: Auriea Harvey: My Veins Are the Wires, My Body Is Your Keyboard. Now available for download, our Exhibition Reader provides a companion to this groundbreaking exhibit, capturing the essence of Auriea Harvey’s pioneering work in digital and interactive art. Curated by our very own Regina Harsanyi, Associate Curator of Media Arts, this reader brings together a collection of creative and insightful perspectives: ✨ Poetic reflections by Sasha Stiles and visionary art by Morehshin Allahyari ✨ An in-depth conversation between Harvey and Jon Ippolito, Director of the Digital Curation program at the University of Maine ✨ A personal introduction by Regina Harsanyi, offering a closer look into Harvey’s journey #DigitalArt #AurieaHarvey #MoMI https://lnkd.in/e8Gtr7Mt

Community Event: Day of the Dead 2024  Join us on Saturday, Nov 2, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. at the Kaufman Courtyard to celebrate the vibrant and meaningful Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) at the Museum of the Moving Image. From 4:00–6:00 p.m., enjoy an exciting lineup of activities: ✨ Aztec Mexica dance performance ✨ Ofrendas and a public altar in the courtyard ✨ Fun digital media activities for kids and families ✨ Live music by Indigenous dance troupe Yayauhki Tezcatlipoka ✨ Face-painting inspired by historical Día de Muertos characters This is a family-friendly event filled with culture, community, and tradition. Everyone is welcome to join! #DayOfTheDead #DiaDeLosMuertos #MuseumOfTheMovingImage #NYCEvents https://lnkd.in/emgEz-Fg

REVERSE SHOT PRESENTS: Films for Halloween  October 26 – November 1, 2024    Get ready for a chilling Halloween at the Museum of the Moving Image! Since 2006, MoMI's house publication Reverse Shot has celebrated spooky season with A Few Great Pumpkins —a week-long lineup of essays highlighting iconic horror films. This year, we're bringing three terrifying classics to the big screen: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974) - Celebrating its 50th anniversary, Tobe Hooper’s legendary low-budget horror masterpiece will have you on edge like never before!  The Fog (1980) - John Carpenter’s eerie tale of a seaside town cursed by its past will fill you with dread, with its masterful use of off-screen space.  The Seventh Victim (1943) - A young woman’s search for her sister leads her into the shadowy world of secret Satanists in this atmospheric gem by Val Lewton and Mark Robson. Don't miss out on these spine-tingling films, each featuring hauntingly beautiful cinematography.  The Texas Chainsaw Massacre screens October 26–27, and November 1.  Join us at MoMI for a Halloween you won’t forget! #MoMI #Halloween #Horror https://lnkd.in/eT37Bt3Q

EVENT SCREENING: Inside Out with Frank Oz and Dave Goelz Join us for a special screening of 'Inside Out' (2015) as part of 'The Magic of Oz: A Frank Oz Retrospective' this Saturday, Oct 19, 2024, at 1:00 pm at the Redstone Theater. Following the film, enjoy an insightful discussion with legendary performers Frank Oz and Dave Goelz, moderated by MoMI’s Deputy Director for Curatorial Affairs, Barbara Miller. Film Info: - Dir. Pete Docter - Cast: Amy Poehler, Phyllis Smith, Bill Hader, Lewis Black, Mindy Kaling, Kaitlyn Dias, Diane Lane, Frank Oz, Dave Goelz, and more! - Runtime: 95 mins - Awards: Academy Award-winning animation Don't miss this chance to dive into the world of 'Inside Out' with two of the creative minds behind it! 🌟 #FrankOz #DaveGoelz #InsideOut #MoMI https://lnkd.in/eh_-2Rv4

Attention NYC Parents! Is your teen passionate about media arts and looking for a unique job development opportunity? The Teen Council program offers high schoolers a behind-the-scenes look at how a media museum operates, giving them hands-on experience in curating and programming public events like film festivals and media workshops. As part of the Teen Digital Media Innovators program, Teen Council members will gain valuable skills and work with peers to organize exciting events for youth. When: November through May (select Wednesdays and Saturdays) Who should apply: NYC high schoolers interested in media arts and event planning Application deadline: October 18, 2024 Encourage your teen to apply and learn more. https://lnkd.in/gqFRGFyM

NEW YORK GREEK FILM EXPO 2024 October 11 — October 13, 2024  Presented in collaboration with the HELLENIC FILM SOCIETY USA INC Exciting news for all film enthusiasts! The New York Greek Film Expo returns for its 7th edition, offering a captivating journey into the world of Greek cinema. Presented by the Hellenic Film Society USA, this expo brings the richness of Greek films to American audiences, supports Greek filmmakers, and helps preserve Greece’s cinematic heritage. Whether you’re a film buff or new to Greek cinema, there’s something for everyone! Don't miss this incredible opportunity to experience these compelling stories on the big screen. #MuseumoftheMovingImage #GreekFilmExpo #GreekCinema #FilmFestival #HellenicFilmSociety #GreekFilmmakers #NYCFilmFest https://lnkd.in/eZnzahNg

MoMI is thrilled to announce the three winners of our Community Curation Competition: Ceren Su Çelik, Anna Malina, and Rodell Warner! These digital artists, specializing in motion-based works, will collaborate with our curators to showcase their creations on the Schlosser Media Wall at MoMI's Queens location. Located in the historic Paramount studio complex, MoMI continues to innovate, offering a platform for groundbreaking digital art. The selected works will be displayed alongside over 130,000 artifacts from our permanent collection. This exciting project, sponsored by the Tezos blockchain foundation, kicked off with public voting, making this a true community effort. Each artist brings something unique: - Ceren Su Çelik explores humanity's coevolution with technology through "cyborgs and hybridized elements." - Anna Malina's work, "Kollaps," reflects on fragmented identities in a digital age. - Rodell Warner connects to his Trinidadian roots by altering archival Caribbean images to disrupt early narratives. The exhibition opens on November 22, and visitors will even have the chance to "mint" a fragment of the digital art on the blockchain! Sponsored by the Tezos Foundation #MoMI #DigitalArt #BlockchainArt #Tezos #ArtExhibition #SchlosserMediaWall #NYC https://lnkd.in/eeGnXe9W

Halloween at the Museum of the Moving Image! 🎃 This October, we're celebrating the spooky season with something for everyone! From thrilling screenings of The Fog, The Seventh Victim, Ghost Cat Anzu (New York premiere), Little Shop of Horrors, The Dark Crystal, and Monsters, Inc., there's a treat for every age. Plus, don't miss our Behind the Screen exhibition, featuring makeup and production materials from The Exorcist and other iconic scary films, or visit the beloved monsters in The Jim Henson Exhibition. Mark your calendars for November 2 for our fourth annual Day of the Dead celebration! 💀 #MuseumOfTheMovingImage #Halloween #DayOfTheDead #FilmScreenings https://lnkd.in/eyqSqxCT

The Magic of Oz: A Frank Oz Retrospective   Oct 4 – Nov 30, 2024   Museum of the Moving Image (MoMI) From Cookie Monster and Miss Piggy to Little Shop of Horrors and Yoda, Frank Oz has shaped some of the most iconic characters and films of the last 50 years! Join MoMI for a comprehensive retrospective, celebrating Frank Oz’s extraordinary career as a director, performer, and puppeteer. The program will feature 15 films directed by Oz, including collaborations with Jim Henson and Steve Martin. It will also feature screenings of classics like Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Bowfinger, The Empire Strikes Back, and Inside Out as well as special programs celebrating his work on Sesame Street and The Muppet Show. Kicking off the event on Friday, October 4, is the Director’s Cut of Little Shop of Horrors with Frank Oz in person! Tickets:   $15 / $11 seniors & students / $9 youth (ages 3–17)   Discounted for MoMI members ($7–$11)  Order your tickets now and get ready to dive into the magic of Frank Oz! #MoMI #FrankOz #FilmRetrospective #LittleShopofHorrors #Yoda https://lnkd.in/eszi3nqr

2025 Marvels of Media Festival Are you an autistic media-maker or do you know an autistic media-maker? Museum of the Moving Image’s 2025 Marvels of Media Festival is now accepting submissions through January 15th! This festival is all about showcasing, celebrating, and supporting autistic media-makers of all ages. Eligible media includes: - Film - Animation - Video Art - Virtual Reality - Episodic Series - Video Games 📅 The 4th Marvels of Media Festival will take place March 27-29, 2025, at the Museum of the Moving Image in Astoria, Queens. A big thank you to our partners: Tech Kids Unlimited Spectrum Laboratory Exceptional Minds Strokes of Genius  And to Sapan Studio for their support! #AutismAcceptance #MarvelsofMediaFest #MarvelsofMediaFestival Learn more and submit your work here:  🔗 https://lnkd.in/eAQDaemA