FEATURE FILM: OCCUPY CANNES

Schedule

Fri May 01 2026 at 06:30 pm to 08:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Village East Cinema | New York, NY

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In this feature documentary Lloyd Kaufman leads the Troma Teamโ€™s battles for independent art at the Cannes Film Festival.
About this Event

In this feature documentary Lloyd Kaufman, creator of The Toxic Avenger, leads the Troma Teamโ€™s battles for independent art at the Cannes Film Festival, as the industry increasingly marginalizes independent voices. Occupy Cannes dives into the underbelly of this glamorous event, revealing a vibrant subculture exploring the intersection of artistic expression, grassroots activism, and the mainstream film industry.

Written and Directed by Lily Hayes Kaufman.

Lloyd Kaufman and filmmakers in attendance for Q&A to follow.

Doors open 30 minutes before scheduled screening time.



Agenda

๐Ÿ•‘: 06:00 PM - 06:30 PM
The Radeberger Filmmaker Lounge

Info: Join us in The Radeberger Filmmaker Lounge ahead of the screening for open beer & wine bar, gifts from FLAMER and bites from Wonder. Doors open 30 minutes ahead of the screening.


๐Ÿ•‘: 06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
OCCUPY CANNES

Info: In this feature documentary Lloyd Kaufman, creator of The Toxic Avenger, leads the Troma Teamโ€™s battles for independent art at the Cannes Film Festival, as the industry increasingly marginalizes independent voices. Occupy Cannes dives into the underbelly of this glamorous event, revealing a vibrant subculture exploring the intersection of artistic expression, grassroots activism, and the mainstream film industry.


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Village East Cinema, 181-189 2nd Ave, New York, United States

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