Moroccan Horse Ritual Debuts at NY Film Fest

The New York Film Festival's Currents section will host the world premiere of Tala Hadid's film 'Bardi.' This cinematic work delves into the Tbourida, an equestrian military ritual originating from 16th-century Morocco, following a group of horse-riders. The festival, scheduled from September 25 through October 12, emphasizes films that expand cinematic possibilities.

This year's Currents lineup includes 15 feature films, with five making their world premieres, alongside a restoration premiere and 28 shorts. Other notable premieres are Carlos Reygadas' 'Heil Jupiter!' and Tiffany Sia's 'Overt Listening.' The festival also features 'For the Moon' by Éric Baudelaire and Dan Sallitt's 'What Can't Be Mentioned.'

Additional features in the Currents section span diverse themes and styles. Beatrice Gibson's 'At Night' is described as a feminist meditation, while Sebastian Brameshuber's 'London' focuses on a driver's interactions with ride-sharers. Bruno Dumont's 'Red Rocks' offers a fanciful story of children, and John Torres's 'The Remotes' blends sci-fi with documentary elements. Luise Donschen's 'Tomorrow a Long Time Ago' presents a tale of unemployment during German reunification.