"New York Film Festival Kicks Off with Todd Haynes' 'May December'"

Todd Haynes' film "May December" will open the 61st edition of the New York Film Festival on September 29. The film, starring Natalie Portman and Julianne Moore, had its world premiere at Cannes and was acquired by Netflix for $11 million. "May December" follows TV star Elizabeth as she researches a new role by immersing herself in the lives of Gracie and her younger husband, Joe. The film will be released in theaters on November 17 and on Netflix on December 1. Haynes expressed his pride and gratitude for opening the festival, while the festival's Artistic Director praised the film as a "tour de force" and one of Haynes' most dazzling achievements.