Countdown to 2026. Join us for the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, happening in person in Utah and online from January 22–February 1. Mark your calendar for Wednesday, October 22 at 10 a.m. MT for the Pass and Package sale. Explore Ticket Options: festival.sundance.org/tickets

We are deeply moved by the global outpouring of love and heartfelt tributes from the cinematic community that continue to uplift the profound legacy of Robert Redford. 💛

”[I] could see and feel that there were other voices out there and there were other stories to be told, but they weren’t being given a chance.” — Robert Redford Learn more about Redford’s journey, impact, and commitment to uplifting independent storytelling: sundance.org/redfordlegacy

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“Storytellers broaden our minds: engage, provoke, inspire, and ultimately, connect us.” - Robert Redford

We are deeply saddened by the loss of our founder and friend Robert Redford.

In partnership with Roadside Attractions and Lionsgate, filmmaker James Sweeney shares ten films that influenced his latest feature, Twinless. See what Sweeney has to say about each selection: boxd.it/ODCnm/detail

With 13 #Emmy nominations, “The Pitt” is a breakout hit. Director Amanda Marsalis joins Sundance Collab to break down her work on key episodes, including the gripping “6:00 P.M.” Read more about her visual approach and process: sndnc.org/4nzsjnh

Thrilled that @sundance.org has asked me to share my experiences as an inaugural fellow of the Sundance Collab’s Cultural Impact Residency. Sign up for the free “insider Session” on how to apply for the 2026 cohort here: collab.sundance.org/catalog/Insi...

Director Sierra Falconer captures Michigan summer in “Sunfish (& Other Stories on Green Lake),” a tender anthology of life around a single lake. The film premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival and is now playing @ifccenter.bsky.social via @thefofif.bsky.social. Read more: sndnc.org/4gmibfd

Dev Patel Autumn is upon us... 🍂 In "Rabbit Trap," he stars as a man slipping between reality and folklore in Bryn Chainey’s eerie and emotional feature debut. Now in theaters via @magnoliapics.bsky.social after premiering at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. Read more: sndnc.org/4npGif5

From supporting early works by Taika Waititi and Erica Tremblay, to presenting the Indigenous Short Film Tour and new filmmaker grants, Sundance Institute’s Indigenous Program honors the past, elevates the present, and invests in Indigenous cinema’s future. Read more: sndnc.org/3V90u98

#JamesSweeney talks #Twinless with @sundance.org #Sundance #screenwriter #screenwriters #screenwriting #writingcommunity #filmsky #scriptsky

"Much like the setting it depicts, SUNFISH (& OTHER STORIES ON GREEN LAKE) is a quiet little gem with much more to it for people willing to take the time to look beneath the surface." - Collider Opens Friday! www.ifccenter.com/films/sunfis...

#TonyGilroy talks #Andor with @sundance.org. #Sundance #screenwriter #screenwriters #screenwriting #filmsky #scriptsky #writingcommunity

When a musician (Rosy McEwen) and her husband (Dev Patel) move to a remote house in Wales, their music inadvertently awakens an ancient spirit in the form of a child…who won’t take “no” for an answer. Sundance midnighter RABBIT TRAP opens Friday! www.ifccenter.com/films/rabbit...

Join Sundance Collab for a conversation with "Twinless" writer/director/star James Sweeney! Hear about making his second feature and working across multiple genres. "Twinless" is now in theaters via Roadside Attractions. Sept. 10 at 1PM PT 🎟 Register free: sndnc.org/4pkWNLq

Level up your storytelling! 🎬 Join us this month for online events with industry experts covering everything from showrunning and dark comedy to writing action that drives drama. Register here: collab.sundance.org/events

twin? where have you been??? 👯‍♂️

9 Sundance Institute-supported films are heading to #TIFF50 (Sept 4–14). From a harrowing story of motherhood under pressure to an avant-garde portrait of a community facing darkness, these bold works reflect the voices our programs champion. Read more: sndnc.org/47p7DJK

Four Favorites with James Sweeney, writer/director/star of Twinless ✨ In theaters September 5.

As Twinless turns a new lens on masculinity and intimacy, Ella Kemp looks back on a history of buddy films, hangout movies and high-school classics which argue that male friendship can be a good thing. boxd.it/2HY

Fall is near, and with it comes a reminder that change is part of life. That theme is at the heart of September’s Sundance Institute-supported releases. 🍂 Grief, friendship, true crime, folk horror and more. Explore the Release Rundown: sndnc.org/4n8Rcpn

This #LaborDay, take time to reflect on the true meaning of the holiday by watching stories that highlight the fight for fair labor. These nine Sundance Institute–supported documentaries explore workers' rights across generations. Read more: sndnc.org/4256Ud7

Some days feel like a lifetime, and some lifetimes are lived in a single day.

Angus MacLachlan’s “A Little Prayer” is a tender Southern drama about parenting adult children, generational cycles, and the fine line between helping and enabling. Premiered at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival and is now playing in select theaters via Music Box Films. Read more: sndnc.org/4mERl44

LOVE, BROOKLYN opens at Angelika Film Center NY starting with a series of live Q&As beginning Aug 27 featuring actor-producer André Holland, director Rachael Abigail Holder, and Roy Wood Jr. See Q&A showtimes and get your 🎟️ now! bit.ly/lovebrooklynangelikany #LoveBrooklynMovie

Rachael Abigail Holder’s debut feature “Love, Brooklyn” is a soulful portrait of friendship, art, and community in a rapidly changing New York. The film premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival and is now playing in select theaters via @greenwichent.bsky.social Read more: sndnc.org/41WZvMY

Announcing the artists selected for the inaugural 2025 Sundance Institute Documentary Edit Residency, supporting two nonfiction film teams with a weeklong opportunity to restore, reflect, and experiment during the editing process. Read more about their projects: sndnc.org/3HViZLa

The 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival Volunteer Application is now open! 🎞️ Volunteering means joining a dedicated community that supports independent storytelling and fosters positive experiences at the Festival and beyond. Visit sundance.org/volunteer to learn how to get involved.

greetings writer peeps! i am teaming up with the nice folx at @sundance.org to teach a class on writing action sequences based on one of my tutorials! check it out! #screenwriting #tvwriting collab.sundance.org/catalog/Advi...

Alex Russell’s debut "Lurker" explores online fandom, social status, and manipulation through a retail worker who worms his way into a pop star’s inner circle. Premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival and is now playing in select theaters via Mubi. Read more: sndnc.org/4mzAQq4

finally found myself in the picture from Devo’s @sundance.org premiere. I still have my energy dome.

"DEVO" is now streaming on @netflix.com! Premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, Chris Smith’s documentary captures the band’s 50-year journey from the aftermath of Kent State to becoming art-rock icons. Read more: sndnc.org/476OwEf

On this day in 2003, "Thirteen" was released in theaters. Having premiered earlier at the Sundance Film Festival, Catherine Hardwicke’s raw, unflinching debut still resonates 22 years later. We reflect on its powerful portrayal of girlhood, rebellion, and survival. Read more: sndnc.org/4oJQ8tN

Trailer drop! Bill Condon’s “Kiss of the Spider Woman” premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival and stars Diego Luna, Tonatiuh, and Jennifer Lopez. In theaters October 10. 💋🕷️

Darren Aronofsky and Matthew Libatique are reuniting for "Caught Stealing" and you’re invited behind the scenes. Join the free online event on August 27 at 10 AM PT. Presented by Dolby Creator Lab. Register: sndnc.org/4ofRJaC

Happy 89th Birthday to our founder, Robert Redford! 🎉 Artist. Activist. Mentor. Thank you, Bob, for creating a space where bold, original voices can always be heard.

Ever wonder how the “Dying for Sex” podcast became a powerful TV series? Join co-creator Kim Rosenstock to learn about balancing real-life stories with dramatic writing. Monday, Aug 18 at 5pm PT Register here: sndnc.org/3Uv735E

"East of Wall," a 2025 Sundance Film Festival NEXT Audience Award winner, follows horse trainer Tabatha Zimiga as she offers refuge to a community of teenagers on her South Dakota ranch. Directed by Kate Beecroft, the film is now in select theaters. Read more: sndnc.org/45m7Vjj

Talking #MulhollandDr with @sundance.org and Karyn Kusama. #ScriptClub #DavidLynch #filmsky #scriptsky #screenwriting #screenwriter #screenwriters #writingcommunity

Trailer Drop! Bryn Chainey’s debut horror feature, “Rabbit Trap,” starring Dev Patel and Rosy McEwen, made waves at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. 🎧🐇 Catch it in theaters starting September 12, via @magnoliapics.bsky.social.

Producer Anne Carey returns to the 2025 Sundance Institute Feature Film Producers Lab as a Creative Advisor, bringing rigorous storytelling insight, practical mentorship on protecting creative essentials, and reflection on how Sundance Institute has shaped her journey. Read more: sndnc.org/3H8zjYK

20 years ago, Werner Herzog's "Grizzly Man" arrived in theaters after premiering at the 2005 Sundance Film Festival. A haunting look at Timothy Treadwell's life in the Alaskan wild, the film continues to challenge and inspire documentary storytelling. Read more: sndnc.org/3UmVy01

The Life of a Showgirl

Tom Blyth and Russell Tovey star in “Plainclothes,” directed by Carmen Emmi — winner of the U.S. Dramatic Special Jury Award for Ensemble Cast at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. In theaters September 19 via @magnoliapics.bsky.social.

Oscar-nominated producer Diane Quon returns to the 2025 Sundance Institute Documentary Producers Lab as a creative advisor, reflecting on impostor syndrome, lasting community, and the vital role Sundance Institute has played in her producing journey. Read more: sndnc.org/4fFvS8N

How do you edit 21 years of footage into one unforgettable film? Join the creators of "Sabbath Queen" for a free behind-the-scenes talk on editing powerful, long-form documentaries. 📅 Aug 15 | 12–1:30PM PT Register for free: sndnc.org/3IzizKo

“It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley” premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, offering a layered portrait of the late alt-rock icon. Directed by Amy Berg, the documentary moves through love, legacy, and artistic integrity. The film is now playing in select theaters. Read more: sndnc.org/45G9acZ

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