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Passes and packages for the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival are going fast, but there’s still time to grab yours. 🎟️
Join us in Utah on January 22, 2026, online starting January 29, 2026, or experience both.
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Join us in Utah on January 22, 2026, online starting January 29, 2026, or experience both.
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Festival season is almost here!
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November 8, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Festival season is almost here!
Book through our lodging partner for guaranteed best rates, search filters tailored to your needs, and exclusive perks like your choice of two film tickets or Lyft credits.
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Book through our lodging partner for guaranteed best rates, search filters tailored to your needs, and exclusive perks like your choice of two film tickets or Lyft credits.
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Indigenous filmmakers from California-Based Tribes! Are you looking to tell your story through film? Apply now for the Graton Fellowship for Artists from California-Based Tribes to be considered for grants, yearlong support, and more. Deadline: December 4, 2025
Apply here: sndnc.org/4hRm90b
Apply here: sndnc.org/4hRm90b
November 7, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Indigenous filmmakers from California-Based Tribes! Are you looking to tell your story through film? Apply now for the Graton Fellowship for Artists from California-Based Tribes to be considered for grants, yearlong support, and more. Deadline: December 4, 2025
Apply here: sndnc.org/4hRm90b
Apply here: sndnc.org/4hRm90b
Step inside “Atropia,” Hailey Gates’ feature debut and winner of the U.S. Grand Jury Prize: Dramatic at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.
Starring Alia Shawkat, Callum Turner, and Chloë Sevigny. Opens at the @ifccenter.bsky.social in NYC December 12.
Starring Alia Shawkat, Callum Turner, and Chloë Sevigny. Opens at the @ifccenter.bsky.social in NYC December 12.
November 5, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Step inside “Atropia,” Hailey Gates’ feature debut and winner of the U.S. Grand Jury Prize: Dramatic at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.
Starring Alia Shawkat, Callum Turner, and Chloë Sevigny. Opens at the @ifccenter.bsky.social in NYC December 12.
Starring Alia Shawkat, Callum Turner, and Chloë Sevigny. Opens at the @ifccenter.bsky.social in NYC December 12.
Awards season is here! We’re proud to celebrate 10 Sundance Institute–supported projects nominated at the 35th Annual Gotham Awards. 🏆
Read more: sndnc.org/43MEWUi
Read more: sndnc.org/43MEWUi
October 30, 2025 at 10:57 PM
Awards season is here! We’re proud to celebrate 10 Sundance Institute–supported projects nominated at the 35th Annual Gotham Awards. 🏆
Read more: sndnc.org/43MEWUi
Read more: sndnc.org/43MEWUi
We’re counting down to Halloweekend with the ultimate @letterboxd.social list of films that have played in our legendary ‘Midnight’ section. Spooky, shocking, funny, and downright outrageous, there’s something for everyone looking to get a little weird when the clock strikes 12. 👻
The Ultimate Sundance Film Festival Midnight Guide
We’re kicking-off Halloweekend with the ultimate guide of films that have played in our legendary ‘Midnight’ section. Spooky, shocking, funny, and downright outrageous, there’s something for everyone ...
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October 29, 2025 at 5:58 PM
We’re counting down to Halloweekend with the ultimate @letterboxd.social list of films that have played in our legendary ‘Midnight’ section. Spooky, shocking, funny, and downright outrageous, there’s something for everyone looking to get a little weird when the clock strikes 12. 👻
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Watch COEXISTENCE, MY ASS! director Amber Fares and protagonist Noam Shuster-Eliassi on @democracynow.org and get your tickets to see the
@sundance.org award-winning documentary starting today at @ifccenter.bsky.social!
@sundance.org award-winning documentary starting today at @ifccenter.bsky.social!
“Coexistence, My Ass!”: Israeli Comedian Noam Shuster Eliassi Uses Humor to Oppose Occupation
Coexistence, My Ass! is a new documentary opening Wednesday in New York highlighting Noam Shuster Eliassi, an Israeli comedian and peace activist. Shuster Eliassi hopes for justice and equality for Pa...
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October 29, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Watch COEXISTENCE, MY ASS! director Amber Fares and protagonist Noam Shuster-Eliassi on @democracynow.org and get your tickets to see the
@sundance.org award-winning documentary starting today at @ifccenter.bsky.social!
@sundance.org award-winning documentary starting today at @ifccenter.bsky.social!
Trying to balance work, family, and Hollywood egos? Easier said than done. 😉
Watch the trailer for Ben Mullinkosson and Pasqual Gutierrez’s hilarious satire, “Serious People,” which premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.
In select theaters November 14.
Watch the trailer for Ben Mullinkosson and Pasqual Gutierrez’s hilarious satire, “Serious People,” which premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.
In select theaters November 14.
October 28, 2025 at 10:43 PM
Trying to balance work, family, and Hollywood egos? Easier said than done. 😉
Watch the trailer for Ben Mullinkosson and Pasqual Gutierrez’s hilarious satire, “Serious People,” which premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.
In select theaters November 14.
Watch the trailer for Ben Mullinkosson and Pasqual Gutierrez’s hilarious satire, “Serious People,” which premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.
In select theaters November 14.
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Donnie Darko was released 24 years ago today 🐰
October 26, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Donnie Darko was released 24 years ago today 🐰
Before you see this season’s most anticipated films, from "Bugonia" to "Hamnet", explore the Sundance Institute-supported titles that helped shape the visionary filmmakers behind them.
Read more: sndnc.org/4qrMc1y
Read more: sndnc.org/4qrMc1y
October 24, 2025 at 8:34 PM
Before you see this season’s most anticipated films, from "Bugonia" to "Hamnet", explore the Sundance Institute-supported titles that helped shape the visionary filmmakers behind them.
Read more: sndnc.org/4qrMc1y
Read more: sndnc.org/4qrMc1y
Madonna. Tipping. A heist gone wrong.
Quentin Tarantino’s debut feature “Reservoir Dogs” premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 1992, and alumni still can’t stop talking about it.
Read why it’s a Sundance Film Festival favorite: sndnc.org/48Ex5vs
Quentin Tarantino’s debut feature “Reservoir Dogs” premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 1992, and alumni still can’t stop talking about it.
Read why it’s a Sundance Film Festival favorite: sndnc.org/48Ex5vs
October 24, 2025 at 12:24 AM
Madonna. Tipping. A heist gone wrong.
Quentin Tarantino’s debut feature “Reservoir Dogs” premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 1992, and alumni still can’t stop talking about it.
Read why it’s a Sundance Film Festival favorite: sndnc.org/48Ex5vs
Quentin Tarantino’s debut feature “Reservoir Dogs” premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 1992, and alumni still can’t stop talking about it.
Read why it’s a Sundance Film Festival favorite: sndnc.org/48Ex5vs
Joachim Trier joins Sundance Collab!
The acclaimed director of Cannes Grand Prix winner “Sentimental Value” will break down his writing and directing process, exploring how he captures exceptional cinematic moments within ordinary life.
🗓️ Oct 28 | 11 AM PT
Register for free: sndnc.org/43pop8F
The acclaimed director of Cannes Grand Prix winner “Sentimental Value” will break down his writing and directing process, exploring how he captures exceptional cinematic moments within ordinary life.
🗓️ Oct 28 | 11 AM PT
Register for free: sndnc.org/43pop8F
October 23, 2025 at 9:46 PM
Joachim Trier joins Sundance Collab!
The acclaimed director of Cannes Grand Prix winner “Sentimental Value” will break down his writing and directing process, exploring how he captures exceptional cinematic moments within ordinary life.
🗓️ Oct 28 | 11 AM PT
Register for free: sndnc.org/43pop8F
The acclaimed director of Cannes Grand Prix winner “Sentimental Value” will break down his writing and directing process, exploring how he captures exceptional cinematic moments within ordinary life.
🗓️ Oct 28 | 11 AM PT
Register for free: sndnc.org/43pop8F
Passes and packages for the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival are going fast, but there’s still time to grab yours. 🎟️
Join us in Utah on January 22, 2026, online starting January 29, 2026, or experience both.
Buy now: festival.sundance.org/tickets
Join us in Utah on January 22, 2026, online starting January 29, 2026, or experience both.
Buy now: festival.sundance.org/tickets
October 23, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Passes and packages for the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival are going fast, but there’s still time to grab yours. 🎟️
Join us in Utah on January 22, 2026, online starting January 29, 2026, or experience both.
Buy now: festival.sundance.org/tickets
Join us in Utah on January 22, 2026, online starting January 29, 2026, or experience both.
Buy now: festival.sundance.org/tickets
The wait is almost over. Passes and packages for the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival go on sale tomorrow, October 22 at 10 a.m. MT. 🎟️
Explore ticket options: festival.sundance.org/tickets
Explore ticket options: festival.sundance.org/tickets
October 21, 2025 at 7:53 PM
The wait is almost over. Passes and packages for the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival go on sale tomorrow, October 22 at 10 a.m. MT. 🎟️
Explore ticket options: festival.sundance.org/tickets
Explore ticket options: festival.sundance.org/tickets
📣 Announcing the Park City Legacy program at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival!
Featuring: “American Dream,” “Downhill Racer” (in tribute to Redford), “Half Nelson,” “Little Miss Sunshine,” “House Party,” “Humpday,” “Mysterious Skin,” and “Saw.”
Explore the program: sndnc.org/parkcitylegacy
Featuring: “American Dream,” “Downhill Racer” (in tribute to Redford), “Half Nelson,” “Little Miss Sunshine,” “House Party,” “Humpday,” “Mysterious Skin,” and “Saw.”
Explore the program: sndnc.org/parkcitylegacy
October 21, 2025 at 3:20 PM
📣 Announcing the Park City Legacy program at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival!
Featuring: “American Dream,” “Downhill Racer” (in tribute to Redford), “Half Nelson,” “Little Miss Sunshine,” “House Party,” “Humpday,” “Mysterious Skin,” and “Saw.”
Explore the program: sndnc.org/parkcitylegacy
Featuring: “American Dream,” “Downhill Racer” (in tribute to Redford), “Half Nelson,” “Little Miss Sunshine,” “House Party,” “Humpday,” “Mysterious Skin,” and “Saw.”
Explore the program: sndnc.org/parkcitylegacy
At the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, “Hal & Harper” emerged as a raw, tender exploration of family and connection. Created by Cooper Raiff, who stars alongside Lili Reinhart as complicated siblings navigating their past, with Mark Ruffalo as their dad.
Read more: sndnc.org/47v4QOJ
Read more: sndnc.org/47v4QOJ
October 20, 2025 at 8:21 PM
At the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, “Hal & Harper” emerged as a raw, tender exploration of family and connection. Created by Cooper Raiff, who stars alongside Lili Reinhart as complicated siblings navigating their past, with Mark Ruffalo as their dad.
Read more: sndnc.org/47v4QOJ
Read more: sndnc.org/47v4QOJ
On her birthday, we’re celebrating Sue Bird, one of the most decorated players in basketball history. "Sue Bird: In The Clutch" premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, highlighting her legacy on the court and her advocacy off it.
Read more: sndnc.org/4nUhJaL
Read more: sndnc.org/4nUhJaL
October 17, 2025 at 2:58 AM
On her birthday, we’re celebrating Sue Bird, one of the most decorated players in basketball history. "Sue Bird: In The Clutch" premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, highlighting her legacy on the court and her advocacy off it.
Read more: sndnc.org/4nUhJaL
Read more: sndnc.org/4nUhJaL
Passes and packages for the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival go on sale October 22 at 10 a.m. MT. Skip the FOMO and experience the action firsthand, either in person, online, or both. 🎟️
Explore ticket options: festival.sundance.org/tickets
Explore ticket options: festival.sundance.org/tickets
October 16, 2025 at 11:25 PM
Passes and packages for the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival go on sale October 22 at 10 a.m. MT. Skip the FOMO and experience the action firsthand, either in person, online, or both. 🎟️
Explore ticket options: festival.sundance.org/tickets
Explore ticket options: festival.sundance.org/tickets
Watch the trailer for “Rebuilding,” Max Walker-Silverman’s tender new drama about connection and starting over, which premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.
In theaters November 14 from @bleeckerstfilms.bsky.social.
In theaters November 14 from @bleeckerstfilms.bsky.social.
Rebuilding | Official Trailer | Bleecker Street
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October 15, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Watch the trailer for “Rebuilding,” Max Walker-Silverman’s tender new drama about connection and starting over, which premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.
In theaters November 14 from @bleeckerstfilms.bsky.social.
In theaters November 14 from @bleeckerstfilms.bsky.social.
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Like "a country ballad in movie form", REBUILDING captures the ache and beauty of starting over, with Josh O’Connor delivering a performance that hums with grace and heart. Also starring Meghann Fahy and Amy Madigan, coming to select theaters November 14 and nationwide November 21. #RebuildingMovie
October 13, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Like "a country ballad in movie form", REBUILDING captures the ache and beauty of starting over, with Josh O’Connor delivering a performance that hums with grace and heart. Also starring Meghann Fahy and Amy Madigan, coming to select theaters November 14 and nationwide November 21. #RebuildingMovie
We are pleased to announce Rolex as Sundance Institute’s Official Partner and Exclusive Timepiece. The Feature Film Program will be in partnership with the Swiss watchmaking brand for multiple years providing direct support and granting to artists.
Learn more: bit.ly/48wQVsw
Learn more: bit.ly/48wQVsw
October 15, 2025 at 4:13 PM
We are pleased to announce Rolex as Sundance Institute’s Official Partner and Exclusive Timepiece. The Feature Film Program will be in partnership with the Swiss watchmaking brand for multiple years providing direct support and granting to artists.
Learn more: bit.ly/48wQVsw
Learn more: bit.ly/48wQVsw
Join Sundance Collab for an exclusive conversation with Palme d’Or winner Jafar Panahi. Hear how he continues to create bold, subversive cinema under strict censorship.
Thursday, Oct 16 | 10AM PT
Register: sndnc.org/4h211Uk
Thursday, Oct 16 | 10AM PT
Register: sndnc.org/4h211Uk
October 14, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Join Sundance Collab for an exclusive conversation with Palme d’Or winner Jafar Panahi. Hear how he continues to create bold, subversive cinema under strict censorship.
Thursday, Oct 16 | 10AM PT
Register: sndnc.org/4h211Uk
Thursday, Oct 16 | 10AM PT
Register: sndnc.org/4h211Uk
Indigenous filmmakers! Are you aspiring to direct a feature film? Apply now for the 2026 Merata Mita Fellowship to be considered for grants, yearlong support, and more. Deadline: November 3, 2025.
Apply here: bit.ly/4nNBj8C
Apply here: bit.ly/4nNBj8C
October 13, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Indigenous filmmakers! Are you aspiring to direct a feature film? Apply now for the 2026 Merata Mita Fellowship to be considered for grants, yearlong support, and more. Deadline: November 3, 2025.
Apply here: bit.ly/4nNBj8C
Apply here: bit.ly/4nNBj8C
Ready to launch your TV series? 📺
Polish your pilot and craft a killer pitch in this 8-week Sundance Collab course! Get two 1-on-1 sessions with an accomplished TV writer to refine your script and deck.
Deadline: Oct 16. Register now: sndnc.org/4nDjf0Y #TVWriting #Screenwriting #PilotScript
Polish your pilot and craft a killer pitch in this 8-week Sundance Collab course! Get two 1-on-1 sessions with an accomplished TV writer to refine your script and deck.
Deadline: Oct 16. Register now: sndnc.org/4nDjf0Y #TVWriting #Screenwriting #PilotScript
October 12, 2025 at 10:56 PM
Ready to launch your TV series? 📺
Polish your pilot and craft a killer pitch in this 8-week Sundance Collab course! Get two 1-on-1 sessions with an accomplished TV writer to refine your script and deck.
Deadline: Oct 16. Register now: sndnc.org/4nDjf0Y #TVWriting #Screenwriting #PilotScript
Polish your pilot and craft a killer pitch in this 8-week Sundance Collab course! Get two 1-on-1 sessions with an accomplished TV writer to refine your script and deck.
Deadline: Oct 16. Register now: sndnc.org/4nDjf0Y #TVWriting #Screenwriting #PilotScript
11 years ago, "Whiplash" premiered at the 2014 Sundance Film Festival. What started as a short film became Damien Chazelle’s breakout feature, known for its intensity, precision, and unforgettable performances.
Read more: sndnc.org/4h7Oe2H
Read more: sndnc.org/4h7Oe2H
October 10, 2025 at 10:41 PM
11 years ago, "Whiplash" premiered at the 2014 Sundance Film Festival. What started as a short film became Damien Chazelle’s breakout feature, known for its intensity, precision, and unforgettable performances.
Read more: sndnc.org/4h7Oe2H
Read more: sndnc.org/4h7Oe2H
Announcing the fellows selected for the 2025 Sundance Institute Building Bridges Fellowship, supported by the @dorisdukefdn.bsky.social and the Islamic Scholarship Fund.
Learn more about the fellows and their projects: sndnc.org/3VRS5r3
Learn more about the fellows and their projects: sndnc.org/3VRS5r3
October 8, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Announcing the fellows selected for the 2025 Sundance Institute Building Bridges Fellowship, supported by the @dorisdukefdn.bsky.social and the Islamic Scholarship Fund.
Learn more about the fellows and their projects: sndnc.org/3VRS5r3
Learn more about the fellows and their projects: sndnc.org/3VRS5r3