The film Black Panther (2018) laid to rest the myth that Black (especially dark-skinned) leads could not carry feature films to box-office victory. The film earned $1.348 billion at the box office…
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As the clock winds down on 2022 and ushers in a brand new year, now is the perfect time to take stock of our accomplishments. New York Film Academy (NYFA)…
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New York Film Academy (NYFA) had the honor of hosting a live video Q&A with actress and producer Emmy Rossum to discuss her career and Peacock TV limited series Angelyne with NYFA students and alumni. Tova Laiter, Director of…
Learn MoreStudents, faculty, and staff gathered in the New York Film Academy Theater to attend an evening centered on the life and work of legendary actor-producer Burt Lancaster. The event opened…
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NYFA mourns the loss of Carl Weathers, an acclaimed and accomplished actor, director, and producer. Beginning his career as a standout football player at San Diego State University later playing…
Learn MoreAs the clock winds down on 2022 and ushers in a brand new year, now is the perfect time to take stock of our accomplishments. New York Film Academy (NYFA)…
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Recently, the Division of Veterans Services (DVS), of the New York Film Academy (NYFA) was provided a very special insider tour of NBC Studios in Rockefeller Center by the DVS Chair…
Learn MoreBy Peter D. Marshall – When a first time Director steps on a set, blocking a scene can be one of the most frustrating and terrifying parts of their job….
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On March 26, (2024), NYFA’s New York City Campus proudly hosted the pre-launch film screening of Real Estate Sisters, a fabulous Black female-fronted comedy that will be available on Netflix…
Learn MoreWith great shows like Wednesday and Better Call Saul in its library, Netflix is a huge contender in the streaming space. If the shows released in 2023 are any indicator,…
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Each year, the New York Film Academy (NYFA) community–including our students, alumni, and faculty–find a great deal of success on the film festival circuit, including fests around the globe like…
Learn MoreMay heralds Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month — celebrating the histories of Americans hailing from across the Asian continent and the Pacific Ocean. The shape and…
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2024 UPDATE: New York Film Academy is excited to announce our new partnership with ArmyIgnitED. NYFA prospective students who are Soldiers, DOD Civilians, and Cadets can utilize Tuition Assistance (TA)…
Learn MoreThe nominations for the 2023 Oscars were announced on Tuesday, January 24th, with Riz Ahmed, who won the Oscar for best live-action short last year, and Allison Williams, who currently…
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Recently, the Division of Veterans Services (DVS), of the New York Film Academy (NYFA) was provided a very special insider tour of NBC Studios in Rockefeller Center by the DVS Chair…
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