# New York Film Festival Returns

> New York Film Festival showcases 119 films from 46 nations with Pedro Pascal's 'Behemoth' as centerpiece.
- Title: New York Film Festival Returns · ABC7 New York | Shortify
- Summary: New York Film Festival showcases 119 films from 46 nations with Pedro Pascal's 'Behemoth' as centerpiece. The 64th New York Film Festival features 119 films…
- Keywords: new york film festival, 64th new york film festival, behemoth, pedro pascal, godzilla minus one, james gray, paper tiger, dennis lim, artistic director, film festival, new york city, manhattan
- Source: ABC7 New York — https://abc7ny.com/story/new-york-film-festival-returns-119-films-46-nations-18-days/19867345
- Published: 2026-09-24T21:17:26+00:00
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- Topics: new york film festival, 64th new york film festival, behemoth, pedro pascal, godzilla minus one, james gray, paper tiger, dennis lim, artistic director, film festival, new york city, manhattan
## Festival Returns
The 64th New York Film Festival brings 119 films from 46 countries to New York over 18 days.
## Opening Night Film
Dennis Lim, artistic director, describes James Gray's 'Paper Tiger' as a Brooklyn and Queens 1980s story.
## Pedro Pascal's 'Behemoth'
Pedro Pascal's 'Behemoth' is the festival's centerpiece film, showcasing his cellist role as a driving force.
## Godzilla Sequel Premiere
The festival premieres 'Godzilla Minus One' sequel, described as a throwback blockbuster monster movie.
## Accessible Screenings
Tickets sold out for some screenings but available through filmlinc.org with three-day holds.
## Martin Scorsese Participation
Martin Scorsese participates in two events during the festival, described as a honor for the festival.
## Key takeaway

The 64th New York Film Festival features 119 films from 46 countries over 18 days, with Pedro Pascal's 'Behemoth' as the centerpiece film.