The New York City International Film Festival (NYCIFF) was founded in 2008 with the mission to celebrate the art of film and to establish New York City as a central hub for independent filmmakers in the United States, as well as an entry point for international talent to showcase their creativity in the USA. It is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to the arts. The festival aims to provide opportunities for both emerging and established filmmakers, writers, directors, and performers by offering a platform in New York City to display their work.