27th New York Sephardic Jewish Film Festival Returns June 8–15, 2025

27th New York Sephardic Jewish Film Festival Returns June 8–15, 2025

A Week of Film, Music, Culture, and Celebration Across New York City!

New York, NY – The American Sephardi Federation is proud to announce the return of the 27th Annual New York Sephardic Jewish Film Festival (NYSJFF), taking place June 8–15, 2025, in the heart of New York City. This landmark edition promises an unforgettable week-long celebration of Sephardic cinema, culture, music, and community.

Opening Night – June 8 at El Museo del Barrio

The Festival opens with a star-studded Pomegranate Awards Ceremony, honoring trailblazers who have made lasting contributions to Sephardic arts and culture:

• Yael Naim – Music

• Roya Hakakian – Literature

• Michel Boujenah – Stage & Screen

• Fortuna – Cultural Preservation

The Pomegranate Awards, sculpted by world-renowned Baghdad-born artist Oded Halahmy, will be presented in a dynamic evening of celebration, highlighted by an exceptional live performance by Fortuna with Trio Mediterraneo, featuring Grammy Award-winning trumpeter Frank London.

Festival Highlights – Premieres and Exclusive Screenings

Audiences can expect a rich selection of international films, including:

• World Premiere: YAEL

• U.S. Premiere: Jinxed

• U.S. Premiere: The Last Righteous Man (Baba Sali)

• New York Premiere: Matchmaking 2

• New York Premiere: The 90s – The Revelry (Hillula)

Closing Night – June 15

The Festival will conclude in grand style with a live concert by legendary performer Enrico Macias, celebrating the enduring spirit and musical legacy of Sephardic Jewry.

Part of Festival Sefarad NYC

This year’s NYSJFF is a proud partner of the inaugural Festival Sefarad NYC, a citywide celebration of Sephardic Jewish joy, resilience, and unity. This historic collaboration is made possible with the generous support of the UJA-Federation of New York.

The 27th NYSJFF is dedicated to the memory and legacy of Ike, Molly, and Steven Elias, whose unwavering support has helped preserve and elevate Sephardic heritage.

For tickets, film schedule, and more information, please visit:

https://nysjff.com