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August on Sundance Collab is packed with free virtual events that dive into the craft of filmmaking. ☀️🎥
Whether you’re on set, deep in post, or just getting started, you’ll find an event to fuel your next move.
Register for free: collab.sundance.org
“Together,” the twisted supernatural body horror comedy that premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, is now in theaters. Directed by Michael Shanks, it stars Alison Brie and Dave Franco as a couple who literally cannot be apart, no matter what.
Read more: sndnc.org/4lOn9mK
The 2025 Directors Lab fellows gather together for a group photo. Photo by Gabe Rovick
Founding Senior Director, Artist Programs Michelle Satter reflects on the 2025 summer season of the Sundance Institute Labs and the talented independent artists who filled it with bold storytelling, creative risk-taking, and deep community. 🎬
Read Michelle’s full letter here: sndnc.org/44Zw3rC
Trailer drop! Check out the trailer for James Sweeney’s dark comedy “Twinless,” which premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. Starring Dylan O’Brien and James Sweeney.
In theaters September 5th.
Bad sound breaks your film. Great sound? It immerses your audience. 🎧
Join sound designer Michael Kurihara ("Swallow," "Los Espookys") for a free Master Class on cinematic sound, presented by Dolby Creator Lab.
🗓 Aug 5 | 10AM–1PM PT
Register for free: sndnc.org/4kZO9hX
Submitting to the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival? ☀️🎞️
Get festival-ready with @sundance.org programmer Ana Souza next Tuesday, August 5!
💬 FREE for #FiMembers | Register for the online Q&A here: www.filmindependent.org/events/submi...
Trailer drop! Take a first look at Rachael Abigail Holder’s romance “Love, Brooklyn,” which premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.
Opening in NY theaters August 29 and nationwide September 5.
POSTER DROP! 🌇
Brooklyn’s got a new love letter. Check out the poster for Rachael Abigail Holder’s “Love, Brooklyn,” fresh from its premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.
The film opens in NY on August 29 and nationwide September 5.
2025 Sundance Institute Trans Possibilities Intensive Fellows: Logan Alcosiba @loganalcosiba.bsky.social), Chica Andrade, Rraine Henson (@rrainehansome.bsky.social), Jameson P. Murray (@jaypaydro.bsky.social), Jess Waters, and Grace Zhang.
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Announcing the six storytellers participating in the 2025 Sundance Institute Trans Possibilities Intensive, taking place online from July 28–30.
Read more about their projects: sndnc.org/4obAXtb
19 years ago today, "Little Miss Sunshine" made its theatrical debut after premiering at the 2006 Sundance Film Festival. It went on to win hearts, Oscars, and a lasting place in indie film history.
Read why it’s still a favorite among Sundance Film Festival alums: sndnc.org/4f57M6K
Photo: Jemal Countess
Sophie Brooks’ comedy "Oh, Hi!" premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival and is now playing in select theaters. Iris tries to convince Isaac they’re a couple (while he’s tied to a bed, yes really). Starring Molly Gordon and Logan Lerman.
Read more: sndnc.org/4mbSorJ
Heidi Ewing and Rachel Grady’s coming-of-age documentary "FOLKTALES," premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival and is now playing at @ifccenter.bsky.social in NYC, with additional cities to follow. ❄️
Read more: sndnc.org/41fc71x
Join artist Nava Mau and Moi Santos, founder of the Trans Possibilities Intensive at Sundance Institute, for a conversation on the power of trans-led storytelling.
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
10–11 AM PT
Register for free: sndnc.org/3UtZdce
Trailer drop! Take a first look at filmmaker Clint Bentley’s “Train Dreams,” which premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.
In select theaters November 7 and streaming on @netflix.com November 21.
To ensure future fellows have access to this formative space, we invite you to make a gift and join us in championing independent voices by helping keep the Labs alive.
Support: store.sundance.org/Support/Donations
2025 Directors Lab fellow Kawennáhere Devery Jacobs explores her Mohawk Identity in the film “High Steel” that she is developing with the support of this summer’s Lab. 🌆
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That’s a wrap on the 2025 Sundance Film Festival: Local Lens screening series! 🎬
Thank you to the incredible artists who joined us and to everyone who came out to celebrate fearless storytelling and independent voices.
Trailer drop! 🙏 Check out “A Little Prayer” from writer-director Angus MacLachlan. Premiered at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival, this Southern drama explores family, secrets, and second chances.
In theaters August 29 via Music Box Films.
With Megan’s unwavering love beside them, Andrea’s story stands as a profound testament to the enduring power of love, art, and resilience. Our hearts are with Megan and all who held Andrea close.
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We are deeply saddened by the passing of poet and activist Andrea Gibson. It was an honor to share Andrea and Megan Falley’s intimate and powerful story through “Come See Me in the Good Light” at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.
15.07.2025 01:18 — 👍 13 🔁 2 💬 1 📌 0Join us Jan 22–Feb 1 in Park City and Salt Lake City. At-home online screenings start Jan 29 across the country.
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The countdown to the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival starts now! 🎬
Festival Director Eugene Hernandez shares key dates, programming highlights, and how we’re celebrating 40+ years of independent storytelling in Utah.
Start planning → sndnc.org/4lt5pgI
Ryan Coogler accepting the 2013 Vanguard Award. Photo by Alberto E. Rodriguez.
12 years ago today, "Fruitvale Station" was released in theaters. Developed at the Sundance Institute Screenwriters Lab, Ryan Coogler’s debut remains a powerful testament to empathy and storytelling.
Read more: sndnc.org/4nL1Wvn
Before you see the new #Superman film this weekend, watch "Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story," which premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival.
The documentary captures Reeve’s life, legacy, and fight for disability rights through the eyes of his children.
Read more: sndnc.org/4nECNSZ
Fellows in the Feature Film Producers Lab: Ryan Bobkin, April S. Chang and Vicki Syal, Karen Madar, Steven Snyder, and Daniel Tantalean.
Fellows in the Documentary Producers Lab: Loi Ameera Almeron, Wendy P. Espinal, Crystal Isaac, Elijah Stevens, and Nicole Tsien.
Announcing the eleven independent producers selected for the 2025 Sundance Institute Producers Lab! The Lab will take place at Ucross Foundation in Wyoming from July 14–19 for fiction producers and July 19–24 for nonfiction producers.
Learn more: sndnc.org/4loklN1
Photo by Fred Hayes
Ten years ago today, "Tangerine" hit theaters and indie film was never the same. Premiering at the 2015 Sundance Film Festival, Sean Baker’s iPhone-shot odyssey through LA’s streets brought raw heart, humor, and groundbreaking trans representation to the screen. 🍊
Read more: bit.ly/4lIsYS9
Director Sterlin Harjo and director of photography Philip Holahan at the 2004 Directors Lab. (Photo by Rebecca Sapp)
To ensure future fellows have access to this formative space, we invite you to make a gift and join us in championing independent voices by helping keep the Labs alive.
Support: store.sundance.org/Support/Donations
Director Sterlin Harjo and creative advisor Mike White at the 2004 Screenwriters Lab.
Before co-creating "Reservation Dogs," Sterlin Harjo was a young filmmaker searching for his voice. At the 2004 Sundance Institute Directors Lab, he found a community that believed in him—and it changed everything.
Read more: bit.ly/462b60i
