Join us for DOC SHORTS at Doc Day @dctvny — Prankster activists, off-the-grid explorers, prolific puzzlers, and iconic artists — these short docs peek into the wild, untold lives of visionary storytellers. Films include Far West (@farwestxdoc @stephenmichaelsimon), Adidas Owns The Reality @keiloriontroisi ), Livestreams with GrandmaPuzzles (@puzzlepeopledoc @emilysheskin @ijustlovepuzzles), and Martin Wong’s Hidden New York (@sarahgiulia @themuseumofmodernart ) Filmmakers in attendance for Q&A to follow. Doors open 30 minutes before scheduled screening time. (fb)

Today! Kick off Doc Day at @dctvny with us with the NY Premiere of @alieatsamerica !! Ali Eats America is a powerful story of cancer, family, food, and survival, seen through the eyes of a 17-year-old chemotherapy patient. Determined to embrace life to the fullest, Ali leaves the hospital behind, setting out on an adventure across the United States. From pitmasters to pizzerias, greasy spoons to 12 course meals- meeting renowned chefs José Andrés and Wolfgang Puck along the way. Ali’s journey tells an honest, tearful, and humorous story of living with and beyond a cancer diagnosis. (96 minutes). Filmmakers will be in attendance for q&a to follow. Directors: Roush Niaghi & Greg Morris Cast & Crew: Ali Allouche, Jen Danko, José Andrés, Wolfgang Puck (fb)