ReelAbilities Goes Virtual!

We are proud to announce that ReelAbilities Film Festival: New York has decided to go on with the show by shifting our program to a virtual format.

These stories need to be told, and creating community is as important as ever. Therefore, we will be bringing you the majority of our selected films and conversations via interactive online streaming platforms. This will allow us to further advance our mission of accessibility, making our films and conversations available to our community at times when gathering together in person is not possible.

If you would like to continue to support ReelAbilities Film Festival: New York as we work through this transition, please visit our donation page here.

We will be sending out additional details and information about how you can participate in our screenings and conversations on Thu, March 19. For further updates, sign up for our emails here. If you have already purchased a ticket, your tickets are still valid. If you need a refund, please reach out to our box office team at 646-505-5708 or email [email protected].

Thank you for your understanding during this unique time, and for helping us keep the ReelAbilities community safe. We are excited to take these new steps together with you.

The ReelAbilities Team.

THE WAY IT WORKS:
The films will be available to users who sign up online based on the scheduled virtual screening times. Screenings will be followed by interactive live-streamed Q+As with filmmakers directly after the film screening finishes. Films will be available for streaming for 24 hours. Q+As will be recorded and made available for those who cannot join them live. 

FAQ’s

Will I receive a refund for tickets I already purchased?
If you already purchased a ticket, your ticket is still valid and you will be able to receive a link to the virtual film. If you would like to cancel and receive a refund instead please call 646-505-5708 or email [email protected]. 

How much will tickets cost for the virtual film screenings?
Ticket prices for films and events will be updated when the new schedule is live on Thu, March 19. 

Will there be a festival pass available for the virtual festival?
No. You may purchase standalone tickets to films.

Which films and events will take place virtually?
The full schedule of films and events will be available on Thu, March 19.

What events will physically take place?
None. Events will either take place virtually or will be cancelled. Check the updated schedule on Thu, March 19, 2020

How will I receive access to the film?
You will receive an email link with instructions to access the film after purchasing tickets to a screening. Streaming will only be available starting the scheduled start time.

I won’t be able to watch the film at the scheduled start time? Is there a way for me to still watch the film?
Yes. The streaming links to the films will be available for 24 hours after the initial start time. Q+As will be recorded so that they are available for those who cannot join them live.

Will there be a Q+A with filmmakers after the films?
There will be a Q+A after the first play of the film concludes. Q+As will feature filmmakers and guests with a moderator. Audiences will be able to type in questions and questions will be selected by the moderator. Recorded versions of the Q+A will be available as well. 

Are the films still going to include accessibility aids?
Yes, all the films will be streamed with open captions and an option for audio description. Q+As will feature live captioning.

Will screenings and events still take place at venues other than the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan?
No. All films and events at other venues will be cancelled.