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Katra Film Series Celebrates 15 Years of Independent Cinema

What an unforgettable week it was as we celebrated the milestone 15th edition of the Katra Film Series at Village East by Angelika in NYC. This milestone year brought together an extraordinary community of filmmakers, storytellers, industry professionals, and film lovers who filled the theater with energy, passion, and a shared love for bold, independent cinema. From world premieres to packed screenings to engaging Q&As, every moment reflected the creativity and dedication that continue to define this festival. Reaching 15…

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Katra Film Series Returns for its milestone 15th Year — April 7–9

The 2026 Katra Film Series lineup has arrived and we are thrilled to announce the 44 Official selections from around the world including a recent Oscar Winner from the 98th Academy Awards and riveting new works from indie filmmakers from Ecuador, Mexico, United Kingdom, France, Canada, South Korea, and USA! Join us for 3 amazing nights at the historic Village East by Angelika cinemas near Union Square APRIL 7-9 for fearless storytelling, fresh perspectives, and boundary-pushing indie cinema set to…

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New Faces New Voices is back Sep. 23-25 at Regal Essex Crossing

NEW FACES NEW VOICES FESTIVAL is back for its 7th Annual Film Festival! Join us SEPTEMBER 23-25 for a 3 day event including live screenings at Regal Essex Crossing, filmmaker Q&As, post-screening meetups, awards presentation and more including a one night partnership with Katra Latinx Festival to highlight Latine talent in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month ! Now in Year 7, New Faces New Voices is determined more than ever to continue discovering and highlighting new works often ignored by…

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2025 Katra Film Series Returns May 13-15 at Regal Essex Crossing

Please join us for the 14th Annual Katra Film Series at the Regal Essex Crossing Cinema in the lower east side of Manhattan. The festival returns May 13-15. Each screening block is followed by filmmaker Q&As and post-screening meetup. There will also be a closing night awards presentation and afterparty. $20 GENERAL ADMISSION FOR ONE BLOCK $30 DAY PASS (ADMISSION TO BOTH SCREENING BLOCKS) $60 ALL ACCESS PASS (includes ALL SCREENING NIGHTS at Regal Essex Crossing, Filmmaker Q&As, post-screening networking,…

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New Faces New Voices returns Sep 16-19 in NYC

Katra’s sister festival, NEW FACES NEW VOICES, returns to the big apple for its 6th edition in the hip and trendy section of the lower east side of Manhattan and Brooklyn! Join us September 16th-19th for a 4 day cinematic festival including live in-person screenings at Regal Essex Crossing, filmmaker Q&As, post-screening meetups and more. We also have a closing night private gala award ceremony on Thursday September 19th. REGAL ESSEX CROSSING – Located in: Essex Market – 129 Delancey St, New York,…

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Katra Latinx Festival Celebrated its 5th Anniversary at Regal Essex Crossing

Fabulous time celebrating Katra Latinx Festival’s milestone 5th Year at Regal Essex Crossing! Congratulations to all of the filmmakers for a wonderful week of new Latinx Cinema! Huge thanks to our sponsors, supporters, and community partners for your incredible support this year Welcome Homes, Universal DCP, Freelancers Union, NYWIFT, JMR Rentals, Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment, MetroPlus Health, Bowery Film Festival, and Reelworks. The Winners are… AUDIENCE CHOICE AWARD: I AM KARMA – directed by Chris Cardona; Produced by…

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KATRA LATINX FESTIVAL JULY 15-18th

Presented by Welcome Homes, join us for our milestone 5th Annual Katra LatinX Festival at the Regal Essex Crossing in the lower east side of Manhattan. The festival returns July 15-18 with an opening night party at Republic Latin Fusion in the Williamsburg section of Brooklyn. Each screening is followed by filmmaker Q&As, post-screening networking mixer, and an afterparty. There will also be a closing night gala awards ceremony on July 18th at BKLYN Commons Rooftop Space located in the…

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2024 CALL FOR ENTRIES NOW OPEN

YEAR 13 HAS ARRIVED!! 2024 Call for Entries are now open! Katra is rated Top 100 Best Reviewed Festival in the world out of 12,000+ Film Festival including Oscar-Qualifying and BAFTA-qualifying festival. Do you have what it takes to premier your cinematic masterpieces in NYC?

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11th ANNUAL KATRA HOLIDAY PARTY

KATRA Film Series is proud to celebrate its 11th Annual Holiday Party at Casa Mezcal in the Lower East Side section of Manhattan. For the first time ever we are hosting an in-person fundraiser bash as we plan to expand and grow in 2024. After the pandemic and Hollywood Strikes put a damper on our plans this year it has been quite a challenge just to stay afloat and we are kindly asking for your support as we continue to…

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KATRA IS BACK OCT 10-12

KATRA is back for its Fall Festival at the world famous Regal Essex Crossing multiplex in the lower east side section of Manhattan! Join us October 10th-12th for 3 days of live and in-person screenings, filmmaker Q&As, networking, afterparties followed by a closing night gala award ceremony with complimentary refreshments, wine and beer. REGAL ESSEX CROSSING – OCTOBER 10-11 – SCREENINGS & Q&As Located in: Essex Market Address: 129 Delancey St, New York, NY 10002 BKLYN COMMONS ROOFTOP – OCTOBER 12 – GALA…

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