Rifkin's Festival is a 2020 romantic comedy-drama film directed by Woody Allen. It stars Wallace Shawn, Gina Gershon, Elena Anaya, Louis Garrel, and Christoph Waltz. The film is set in the picturesque coastal city of San Sebastian in northern Spain, and revolves around the San Sebastian Film Festival.
Mort Rifkin (Wallace Shawn) and his wife Sue (Gina Gershon) are a middle-aged American couple who decide to attend the festival, where Mort is set to promote his new book. Sue, who is an avid movie buff, is enthusiastic about attending the festival and immersing herself in the world of cinema.
As they explore the city and attend various screenings and events, Mort feels out of place amidst the glitz and glamour, while Sue is captivated by the magic of the movies and the charm of Spain. She strikes up a friendship with the dashing French movie director Philippe (Louis Garrel), and the two begin a secret affair.
Meanwhile, Mort becomes enamored with Ana (Elena Anaya), a beautiful Spanish woman who lives in San Sebastian and works for the festival. He spends more and more time with her, exploring the city and enjoying the local culture.
As their respective romances heat up, Mort and Sue begin to drift apart, and their marriage is put to the ultimate test. Against the backdrop of the festival, they must navigate the complexities of love, loyalty, and life's unexpected twists and turns.
Rifkin's Festival is a charming, lighthearted film that celebrates the power of cinema to transport us to other worlds and the joys of falling in love, no matter what your age.