Strong lineup and turnout at 2023 New York Film Festival despite industry labor dispute

The New York Film Festival opened its 61st edition on September 29, featuring over 100 films from 45 countries.
The festival showcases works by renowned directors like Sofia Coppola and Todd Haynes, as well as rising filmmakers.
Advance ticket sales reached a record high this year, attracting enthusiastic crowds despite heavy rain on opening day.
While actor participation was impacted by an ongoing SAG strike, the full festival lineup was already finalized.
Films explore themes of companionship, velocity, personal stories, and more through narratives, documentaries, and restorations.