New York Comic Con 2020 releases schedule of virtual events

Alexandra Del Rosario Associate Editor/Nights & WeekendsSaturday Night Live came back during the weekend to kick off its 46th season, but after months since COVID-19 ravaged New York, much has changed.

Bruce Haring pmc-editorial-managerNew York City Mayor Bill de Blasio called Sunday for the shutdown of non-essential businesses, schools and restaurants in nine areas in the boroughs of Brooklyn and Queens starting Wednesday.The mayor cited a spike in the areas of COVID-19 infections.

Rick Moranis near Central Park in New York City in the early hours of Thursday, October 1.In a video shared via Twitter by NYPD Crime Stoppers, a man wearing an “I Love New York” sweatshirt is seen punching another man in the head, who falls to the ground. The second man was later identified as the Honey, I Shrunk the Kids actor, according to NBC New York.According to the New York Daily News, the comedian went to a local hospital to be treated for head, back and hip pain.

New York Comic Con’s YouTube channel.Per ReedPop, “In addition to panels streaming live & on-demand exclusively via YouTube, fans will be able to participate in talent Q&A’s during panels, turn every panel into a watch party and geek out with other fans using YouTube’s Comments, Community Tab, and Live Chat features.”Also Read: 'The Boys' Boss on 'Horrific' Reveal That Connects Stormfront From Amazon Series to ComicsSee below for a list of must-see TV and film-centric “Metaverse” panels and

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Anthony D'Alessandro Editorial Director/Box Office EditorNew York Comic-Con, taking place virtually Oct. 8-11, has announced a number of key film and TV panels including early looks at Universal/Blumhouse’s Nov.

Inventing Anna, an upcoming 10-part Netflix drama, tells the story of Anna Delvey, the real-life con-artist who tricked New York’s elite circles into thinking she was a filthy rich German Heiress with $60 million to her name.

Greg Evans Associate Editor/Broadway CriticHappy Distanced New Year.

Anthony D'Alessandro Editorial Director/Box Office EditorAmazon Prime Video and IMDb TV, Amazon’s free streaming service, has unveiled their New York Comic Con lineup which includes virtual panels for Truth Seekers, Utopia, Alex Rider, The Boys, and Invincible. Everything will be streamed on Thursday, Oct.

Since its founding, the New York Film Festival has been intertwined with Lincoln Center. But, as with the entertainment industry at large, the coronavirus pandemic has shaken up long-standing traditions.

Bad Bunny surprised the city of New York with a livestreaming concert from the flatbed of a truck. The concert was also done to commemorate Hispanic Heritage Month as well as the anniversary of Hurricane Maria.

People can’t go to a Bad Bunny concert right now, so Bad Bunny brought the concert to the people.

Ruth Bader Ginsburg will be honored with a statue in Brooklyn, her birthplace, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced on Saturday.He described Ginsburg, who died on Friday at the age of 87, as «a monumental figure of equality.» «Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg selflessly pursued truth and justice in a world of division, giving voice to the voiceless and uplifting those who were pushed aside by forces of hate and indifference,» Cuomo said in a statement.

Earlier in the week, the 2020 incarnation of the New York Film Festival got underway officially, with one part of Steve McQueen’s Small Axe anthology, Lovers Rock, serving as the Opening Night Selection. Having seen it, the movie serves as both a strong start for NYFF this year, as well as a smaller and far less awards friendly selection.

Tom Grater International Film ReporterThe 68th edition of Spain’s San Sebastian Film Festival gets underway tonight with the world premiere screening of Rifkin’s Festival, Woody Allen’s latest movie.The filmmaker was unable to jet into the fest due to ongoing pandemic disruption, appearing at the opening press conference via video link from New York.

Dino-Ray Ramos editorAfter unveiling their first wave of programming last week, New York Comic Con and MCM Comic Con’s Metaverse have even more panels and entertainment to feed your fandom. The all-digital confab is set to take place October 8-11 via the New York Comic Con YouTube channel.This year’s edition will include everything the in-person event offers all in the comfort of your own home.

Eli Countryman This year’s New York Comic Con will be available to fans across the globe, not just those lucky enough to be in town for the event.The 2020 panels featured will be made virtually available, with live and prerecorded content available to watch on the NYCC YouTube page.