Paper Tiger to Open 64th New York Film Festival

James Gray's crime drama "Paper Tiger," featuring Adam Driver and Scarlett Johansson, has been selected as the opening night film for the 64th New York Film Festival. The film will have its North American premiere on September 25. This marks Gray's fourth directorial work to be showcased at the festival, following previous selections such as "The Immigrant" in 2013 and "Armageddon Time" in 2022. Miles Teller also stars in the crime drama.

The New York Film Festival, a prestigious annual event, will host the premiere of "Paper Tiger" at its 64th iteration. The festival is known for presenting a curated selection of acclaimed films from around the world. Gray's consistent presence at the festival highlights his standing within the cinematic community and the festival's commitment to showcasing established directorial voices.

"Paper Tiger" joins a lineup of films that will be presented throughout the festival, which typically spans several weeks. The selection of an opening night film often sets the tone for the festival's programming and generates significant anticipation among film enthusiasts and industry professionals. Further details regarding the full festival schedule are expected to be released in the coming weeks.