Another Award-Winning Documentary to Screen AT MFF'24!

NEW YORK - June 17, 2024 - PRLog -- The Manhattan Film Festival is thrilled to announce the screening of the award-winning documentary, "This Time Round," at the 2024 Manhattan Film Festival. The film will be showcased on Friday, June 21st at 5 pm, at Cinema Village.

"This Time Round" is a powerful and poignant documentary that delves into the emotional landscape shaped by the extended COVID-19 pandemic. Through the eyes of YPC's talented young choristers and esteemed composers, the film explores themes of fear, isolation, sadness, and hopefulness. This latest recognition is a testament to the artistic depth and resilience of these inspiring young people.

The documentary features commissions from 15 of today's most renowned composers, including Paquito D'Rivera, Aneesa Folds, David Lang, and Paola Prestini. It also showcases the voices of nearly 600 choristers who recorded themselves during the height of the COVID-19 lockdown, capturing a unique and moving snapshot of this unprecedented time.

Attendees of the Manhattan Film Festival will have the opportunity to witness this extraordinary film and celebrate the resilience and creativity of the young choristers of YPC.

Learn more about the award-winning film at [ypcfilms.org/thistimeroundfilm](https://ypcfilms.org/thistimeroundfilm).

For more information about the Manhattan Film Festival, visit [www.manhattanfilmfestival.org](http://www.manhattanfilmfestival.org).

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About the Young People's Chorus of New York City
The Young People's Chorus of New York City (YPC) was founded by Artistic Director Francisco J. Núñez to provide children of all cultural and economic backgrounds with a unique program of music education and choral performance.

About the Manhattan Film Festival
The Manhattan Film Festival is dedicated to showcasing innovative films and fostering a community of filmmakers and film enthusiasts. The festival provides a platform for emerging and established filmmakers to share their work with a diverse audience.