Where can I find upcoming film screenings at Yale?
Yale offers a unique, decentralized approach to film programming, with various departments and campus organizations hosting a rich array of documentary and fiction film screenings at venues spread across campus.
To stay up-to-date on Films at the Whitney screenings, we recommend joining our email list, which provides regular updates on upcoming events and programs. For a list of film screenings across Yale, check out the Yale Arts Calendar (use the film screenings filter!) and FilmNet calendar. These recources cover films presented by the Whitney Humanities Center, Yale Film Society, Yale Film Archive, MacMillan Center, and many other Yale units. All screenings are free and most are open to the public.
I want to organize a film screening. Where do I start?
To get started, reach out to Marc Francis, Manager of Film Programming, Faculty of Arts and Sciences. Marc brings a wealth of experience from his work in film archiving, preservation, and servicing at Paramount Pictures, Warner Brothers Discovery, and HBO. At Yale, he collaborates with students, faculty, and academic departments to curate dynamic, public-facing film and media programs that connect with the University’s vibrant curricula.
How can I get involved in Yale’s film community?
The best way to start is by contacting Marc Francis, Manager of Film Programming, Faculty of Arts and Sciences. Marc is an excellent resource for those interested in becoming more active in Yale’s film community, and he can guide you towards opportunities that match your interests. For Yale students, there are also options to get involved as a (paid) usher for film screenings—just reach out to Inessa Laskova. If you are a Yale College student, consider joining the Yale Film Society. And, of course, attending screenings across campus is a great way to stay connected!
Where are films screened on campus?
Humanities Quadrangle (320 York St.) is home to two large film screenings spaces: the Alice Cinema (L01) and the Lecture Hall (L02). Both film venues support a range of media formats, including 35mm and 16mm film and Digital Cinema Package (DCP). Public film screenings are also held in the 53 Wall Street Auditorium and in the Loria Center Room 250 (190 York St.).
I’m not a Yale affiliate. Can I attend films?
Screenings hosted by Films at the Whitney and by the Yale Film Archive are free and open to the public, as are many other screenings at Yale. If the publicity for a screening does not include an attendance policy, please check with the sponsoring department or program.