NYFF 63: Guadagnino opens, Cooper closes, DDL returns
Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 9:00PM 
As the summer's end comes ever closer, it's that time of the year when cinephiles worldwide vibrate with anticipation and ready themselves for what's to come – the fall festival season. Venice is almost here, TIFF comes after, and the NYFF after that, world premieres as far as the eye can see. And for those who concern themselves with awards, this is the point when the race starts to take some definite shape after months of amorphous speculation. Here, at The Film Experience, we'll be covering all these incredible events, one way or another, with countless reviews coming your way. With that in mind, let's consider some of the festival selections that have been announced lately. Just earlier today, Toronto and New York closed their programs, and there's much to discuss.
Starting with Luca Guadagnino's latest star-studded creation blessing the 63rd NYFF with glamour, provocation, maybe even some controversy…