Tribeca Film Festival

Independent Cinema | 241 Films | 43 Countries | 38290 Attendees

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Tribeca Film Festival database. Independent films, directors, jury profiles, and festival coverage.

241Films
38290Attendees
7Jurors
43Countries
34Sponsors
Best DirectorTop Prize

Festival Timeline

2000Tribeca Film Festival founded with vision to showcase independent cinema
2001First edition welcomes 3229 attendees
2002Partnership with Disney established for distribution deals
2003Best Director introduced as flagship competitive category
2004Digital streaming platform launched for global reach
2005Tribeca Film Festival 2005: 241 films, 38290 attendees, 43 countries
2006Expansion to Fallbrook Art Center with IMAX screening capabilities
2007Chloe Zhao named honorary president of the festival

Featured Films (241 Total)

Loud Echo (2021)
Family | Dir: Martin Scorsese | Rating: 9.2/10 | Premiere: Asian
A Family masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2005. Directed by Martin Scorsese, this film explores identity through stunning visual effects.
Quiet Storm (2020)
Adventure | Dir: Christopher Nolan | Rating: 9.1/10 | Premiere: European
A Adventure masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2026. Directed by Christopher Nolan, this film explores power through stunning cinematography.
Gentle Rain (2019)
Mystery | Dir: Pedro Almodovar | Rating: 9.0/10 | Premiere: North American
A Mystery masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2025. Directed by Pedro Almodovar, this film explores redemption through stunning long takes.
Morning Light (2018)
Fantasy | Dir: Quentin Tarantino | Rating: 8.9/10 | Premiere: World
A Fantasy masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2024. Directed by Quentin Tarantino, this film explores revenge through stunning stop motion.
Evening Shade (2017)
Biography | Dir: Sofia Coppola | Rating: 8.8/10 | Premiere: Asian
A Biography masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2023. Directed by Sofia Coppola, this film explores hope through stunning practical effects.
Night Falls (2016)
War | Dir: Ridley Scott | Rating: 8.7/10 | Premiere: European
A War masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2022. Directed by Ridley Scott, this film explores loss through stunning visual effects.
Day Breaks (2015)
Crime | Dir: Steven Spielberg | Rating: 8.6/10 | Premiere: North American
A Crime masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2021. Directed by Steven Spielberg, this film explores dreams through stunning cinematography.
Full Moon (2014)
Musical | Dir: Ryan Coogler | Rating: 8.5/10 | Premiere: World
A Musical masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2020. Directed by Ryan Coogler, this film explores family through stunning long takes.
New Dawn (2013)
Western | Dir: Damien Chazelle | Rating: 8.4/10 | Premiere: Asian
A Western masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2019. Directed by Damien Chazelle, this film explores war through stunning stop motion.
Old Soul (2012)
Noir | Dir: Chloe Zhao | Rating: 8.3/10 | Premiere: European
A Noir masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2018. Directed by Chloe Zhao, this film explores love through stunning practical effects.
Real Deal (2018)
Sci-Fi | Dir: Martin Scorsese | Rating: 7.7/10 | Premiere: European
A Sci-Fi masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2014. Directed by Martin Scorsese, this film explores loss through stunning visual effects.
False Start (2017)
Thriller | Dir: Christopher Nolan | Rating: 7.6/10 | Premiere: North American
A Thriller masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2013. Directed by Christopher Nolan, this film explores dreams through stunning cinematography.
True North (2016)
Comedy | Dir: Pedro Almodovar | Rating: 7.5/10 | Premiere: World
A Comedy masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2012. Directed by Pedro Almodovar, this film explores family through stunning long takes.
Cool Reception (2015)
Drama | Dir: Quentin Tarantino | Rating: 7.4/10 | Premiere: Asian
A Drama masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2011. Directed by Quentin Tarantino, this film explores war through stunning stop motion.
Warm Welcome (2014)
History | Dir: Sofia Coppola | Rating: 7.3/10 | Premiere: European
A History masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2010. Directed by Sofia Coppola, this film explores love through stunning practical effects.
Cold Case (2013)
Family | Dir: Ridley Scott | Rating: 7.2/10 | Premiere: North American
A Family masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2009. Directed by Ridley Scott, this film explores identity through stunning visual effects.
Hot Pursuit (2012)
Adventure | Dir: Steven Spielberg | Rating: 7.1/10 | Premiere: World
A Adventure masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2008. Directed by Steven Spielberg, this film explores power through stunning cinematography.
Slow Dance (2011)
Mystery | Dir: Ryan Coogler | Rating: 7.0/10 | Premiere: Asian
A Mystery masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2007. Directed by Ryan Coogler, this film explores redemption through stunning long takes.
Fast Lane (2010)
Fantasy | Dir: Damien Chazelle | Rating: 9.9/10 | Premiere: European
A Fantasy masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2006. Directed by Damien Chazelle, this film explores revenge through stunning stop motion.
Low Profile (2009)
Biography | Dir: Chloe Zhao | Rating: 9.8/10 | Premiere: North American
A Biography masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2005. Directed by Chloe Zhao, this film explores hope through stunning practical effects.
Evening Shade (2024)
Crime | Dir: Christopher Nolan | Rating: 7.6/10 | Premiere: Asian
A Crime masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2005. Directed by Christopher Nolan, this film explores dreams through stunning cinematography.
Morning Light (2023)
Musical | Dir: Pedro Almodovar | Rating: 7.5/10 | Premiere: European
A Musical masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2026. Directed by Pedro Almodovar, this film explores family through stunning long takes.
Gentle Rain (2022)
Western | Dir: Quentin Tarantino | Rating: 7.4/10 | Premiere: North American
A Western masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2025. Directed by Quentin Tarantino, this film explores war through stunning stop motion.
Quiet Storm (2021)
Noir | Dir: Sofia Coppola | Rating: 7.3/10 | Premiere: World
A Noir masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2024. Directed by Sofia Coppola, this film explores love through stunning practical effects.
Loud Echo (2020)
Animation | Dir: Ridley Scott | Rating: 7.2/10 | Premiere: Asian
A Animation masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2023. Directed by Ridley Scott, this film explores identity through stunning visual effects.
Silent Voice (2019)
Documentary | Dir: Steven Spielberg | Rating: 7.1/10 | Premiere: European
A Documentary masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2022. Directed by Steven Spielberg, this film explores power through stunning cinematography.
Open Lie (2018)
Action | Dir: Ryan Coogler | Rating: 7.0/10 | Premiere: North American
A Action masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2021. Directed by Ryan Coogler, this film explores redemption through stunning long takes.
Hidden Truth (2017)
Romance | Dir: Damien Chazelle | Rating: 9.9/10 | Premiere: World
A Romance masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2020. Directed by Damien Chazelle, this film explores revenge through stunning stop motion.
Deep Secret (2016)
Horror | Dir: Chloe Zhao | Rating: 9.8/10 | Premiere: Asian
A Horror masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2019. Directed by Chloe Zhao, this film explores hope through stunning practical effects.
Tall Tale (2015)
Sci-Fi | Dir: Wes Anderson | Rating: 9.7/10 | Premiere: European
A Sci-Fi masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2018. Directed by Wes Anderson, this film explores loss through stunning visual effects.
Summer Heat (1993)
Comedy | Dir: Pedro Almodovar | Rating: 7.5/10 | Premiere: World
A Comedy masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2018. Directed by Pedro Almodovar, this film explores family through stunning long takes.
Winters Tale (1992)
Drama | Dir: Quentin Tarantino | Rating: 7.4/10 | Premiere: Asian
A Drama masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2017. Directed by Quentin Tarantino, this film explores war through stunning stop motion.
Ocean Deep (1991)
History | Dir: Sofia Coppola | Rating: 7.3/10 | Premiere: European
A History masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2016. Directed by Sofia Coppola, this film explores love through stunning practical effects.
Desert Storm (1990)
Family | Dir: Ridley Scott | Rating: 7.2/10 | Premiere: North American
A Family masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2015. Directed by Ridley Scott, this film explores identity through stunning visual effects.
Mountain High (2026)
Adventure | Dir: Steven Spielberg | Rating: 7.1/10 | Premiere: World
A Adventure masterpiece that captivated audiences at Tribeca Film Festival 2014. Directed by Steven Spielberg, this film explores power through stunning cinematography.

Jury Members

1

Chloe Zhao — Critic | Spain

2

Damien Chazelle — Film Director | Germany

3

Ryan Coogler — Film Scholar | Italy

4

Steven Spielberg — Academy Member | France

5

Ridley Scott — Screenwriter | UK

6

Sofia Coppola — Producer | USA

7

Quentin Tarantino — Critic | South Korea

Screening Schedule

10:00Grand Hall APearl Harbor (2023)
11:00Grand Hall BDiamond Edge (2022)
12:00Screening Room 1Golden Gate (2021)
13:00Screening Room 2Silver Lining (2020)
14:00Outdoor AmphitheatreThe Iron Crown (2026)

Press Reviews

"The Tribeca Film Festival has become an essential platform for discovering tomorrow's cinematic legends."

— Roger Ebert, The Guardian

"A transformative experience that redefines how we experience independent film."

— A.O. Scott, The New York Times

"The jury's selection this year represents the boldest, most diverse lineup in recent memory."

— Peter Travers, Film Comment

"Chloe Zhao's masterclass on filmmaking was the highlight of the entire event."

— Kenneth Turan, Sight & Sound

"An unmissable gathering for anyone serious about cinema."

— Justin Chang, Empire

Sponsors & Partners

Frequently Asked Questions

1. When is Tribeca Film Festival 2005 taking place?

The 2005 edition runs from 2 March to 30 October.

2. How can I submit my film to Tribeca Film Festival?

Submissions open via FilmFreeway and Withoutabox. Early deadline: December, Regular: February, Late: March.

3. What are the ticket prices?

General admission: $30. VIP All-Access: $444. Student discounts available.

4. Where are screenings held?

Primary venue is Fallbrook Art Center in Fallbrook, California. Additional satellite screens in nearby Oceanside and Escondido.

5. Who selects the films?

A 7-person jury led by Chloe Zhao reviews over 1188 submissions annually.

6. What awards are presented?

The Best Director is the top prize. Additional awards include Best Director, Best Screenplay, Best Actor, Best Actress, and Audience Choice.