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Garden State Film Festival: CT40 (6 films)

Saturday, March 28, 2026 @ 5:30pm



Cranford Theater
25 N Ave W, Cranford, NJ 07016

The 12 Inch Pianist - A bar joke goes awry, unraveling into a surreal tale that explores the acceptance of self, others, and queer identity. Directed by Lucas Ansel (00:07:28) New Jersey Premiere

A Slice Of The Family Business - Anthony Mongiello, is an Italian-American entrepreneur who owns a global cheese empire called Formaggio. Anthony is ready to sell his company and retire. However, Anna Rose, his eldest daughter, wants to take over the family business. She shares many of her father's passionate and creative qualities - but does she truly have what is takes to manage Formaggio for the next 20-30 years? Directed by Stefano Da Fre (00:24:02) World Premiere



The Dumbletons - When his mother receives grave medical news, Walter Dumbleton is forced to reconcile with his reclusive brother Stan in order to carry out a harebrained scheme to pay for their mother's life saving operation. Directed by Wendell Laurent (00:14:00) World Premiere



Hallow's Eve - As Penny and Cooper look for some privacy, neither of them has any idea what lies ahead. Directed by Amanda Marino (00:02:32) New Jersey Premiere



The Henchman - A Gotham henchman faces his greatest challenge yet: his wife. Directed by Michael Cerisano, Kevin Burns (00:05:05) East Coast Premiere



Perfectly Seasoned - Bikram, a longtime chef and confirmed bachelor, runs his restaurant with heart and discipline. But when his niece and two meddling Aunties host a speed-dating night there, his world is thrown into comedic chaos—blending family pressure, unexpected romance, and the perfect dash of second chances. Directed by Brittany Ramjattan, Andrew Ramjattan (00:13:00) Asbury Park Premiere




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EVENT PREVIEWS

(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- The award-winning documentary film, Once in a Hundred Years: The Life & Legacy of Marian Anderson, will be presented Saturday, April 4, 2026 at Cape May Stage Theater in partnership with Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). Admission is free, but donations will be collected to benefit the Cape May Community Food Closet. The screening begins at 2:00pm and continues the celebration of Black History Month.
RVCC to Hold Film Screening, Discussion of "The Librarians" on April 8th

RVCC to Hold Film Screening, Discussion of "The Librarians" on April 8th

(BRANCHBURG, NJ) -- The English department and the Evelyn S. Field Library at Raritan Valley Community College (RVCC) will present a screening of the documentary, The Librarians, on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 4:30pm. The program, which is free of charge and open to the public, will be held in the Event Center at the College's Branchburg campus.
Outpost in the Burbs and Montclair Film presents the Music of John Prine: Film and Concert

Outpost in the Burbs and Montclair Film presents the Music of John Prine: Film and Concert

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Outpost in the Burbs and Montclair Film presents "In Spite of Ourselves," a concert and film screening of You Got Gold, on Saturday, April 11, 2026. The concert and film are a tribute to the music of the legendary singer-songwriter John Prine.
2026 Count Basie Center Breakthrough Filmmaker Fest to Take Place April 25th

2026 Count Basie Center Breakthrough Filmmaker Fest to Take Place April 25th

(RED BANK, NJ) -- The 2026 Count Basie Center Breakthrough Filmmaker Fest, the annual competition celebrating New Jersey's emerging crop of young filmmakers, takes place Saturday, April 25th on the Count Basie Center campus (99 Monmouth Street) in Red Bank.
Lighthouse International Film Society presents Ten Films That Shaped American Comedy

Lighthouse International Film Society presents Ten Films That Shaped American Comedy

(LOVELADIES, NJ) -- What role does film play in shaping a nation's sense of humor? How have films like Some Like it Hot, Blazing Saddles and Bridesmaids left a lasting impression on American society?
2026 New Jersey International Film Festival to Take Place from May 29th to June 7th

2026 New Jersey International Film Festival to Take Place from May 29th to June 7th

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The Rutgers Film Co-op/New Jersey Media Arts Center, in association with the Rutgers University Program in Cinema Studies, presents the 2026 New Jersey International Film Festival which marks their 31st Anniversary. The NJIFF competition will be taking place on the Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays between May 29 - June 7, 2026 and will be a hybrid one as they will be presenting it online as well as doing in-person screenings at Rutgers University.

 

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