The 61st New York Film Festival (NYFF 61) took place from September 29 to October 15, 2023, presented by Film at Lincoln Center. The festival showcased 111 films, comprising 67 features and 44 shorts, from 45 countries, across various venues in all five boroughs of New York City. Todd Haynes' *May December* served as the Opening Night selection, Sofia Coppola's *Priscilla* was the Centerpiece, and Michael Mann's *Ferrari* closed the festival. The programming included the Main Slate, Spotlight, Currents, and Revivals sections, highlighting both celebrated filmmakers and emerging talent.