In “BURN,” director Makoto Nagahisa follows Ju-Ju, a runaway teen, as she slips into the city’s underground, finding family, danger, and the fight to reclaim her life. “BURN” premieres in the NEXT section of the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. Read more: sndnc.org/49m1gX4

Best Cinematography - Train Dreams

Magic, mischief, and a one-eyed creature bring “Fing!” to life. Directed by Jeffrey Walker, the Meek family must protect a rare creature from a selfish viscount. Starring Mia Wasikowska and Taika Waititi. Premieres at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. Read more: sndnc.org/4jzBNOr

Director Andrew H. Brown opens up about the making of “Kikuyu Land”, a documentary on land rights and colonial legacy in Kenya, co-directed with Bea Wangondu and premiering at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. Read the full Backstory: sndnc.org/4qduPBq

The 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival features new Indigenous films that extend a legacy of daring, visionary storytelling, alongside Native Lab Fellows shaping their next works. Read more about this year’s selection and the stories shaping the future of Indigenous cinema: sndnc.org/49FHqqY

“Nuisance Bear,” directed by Gabriela Osio Vanden and Jack Weisman, premieres in the U.S. Documentary Competition at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival, spotlighting polar bears in Churchill, Manitoba and the growing overlap between their ancient paths and human life. Read more: sndnc.org/4spAYMc

In 1933 Oregon, prisoners risk everything to smuggle gold through deadly wilderness for a shot at freedom in “The Weight,” directed by Padraic McKinley and premiering at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. Ethan Hawke stars as a father desperate to get back to his daughter. Read more: sndnc.org/49jPLPT

From “Four Daughters” to “The Voice of Hind Rajab,” Kaouther Ben Hania is masterfully blurring the lines between fiction and documentary. Don't miss this exclusive Spotlight session with the Oscar-nominated director on Jan 6 at 3pm PT. Register for free: sndnc.org/3MXSPcW

They were the first all-Black special ops team in Vietnam. For 50 years, their story went untold. "Soul Patrol", premiering at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival, is J.M. Harper’s return to the Festival with a documentary that preserves memory and amplifies their voices. Read more: sndnc.org/4jEEoqB

“TheyDream,” directed by William David Caballero, began as a family tribute and became an act of healing, turning personal loss into a story of memory, family, and Puerto Rican identity. Premiering in the NEXT section of the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. Read more: sndnc.org/4phlhny

What if your homework helped catch a serial killer? In 2018, a Tennessee sociology class reopened a cold case, inspiring the hit podcast “Murder 101,” now an episodic documentary series premiering at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. Director Stacey Lee on how it all came together: sndnc.org/3YLqEjY

Meet Jack Raese, director of “The Chimney Sweeper.” 🎄 The short film follows Markus Füchtner — whose great-great-great-grandfather invented the Nutcracker — as he keeps a 150-year family tradition alive, making nutcrackers under the same roof as his ancestors.

“Since 2017, I’m livin’ the dream.” Timothée Chalamet said it best in his recent collab with rapper EsDeeKid. 2017 marked a turning point, when “Call Me By Your Name” premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. From Elio to Marty Mauser, the dream continues. “Marty Supreme” in theaters Christmas Day.

Meet Wregas Bhanuteja, director of “Levitating.” In a town where pleasure becomes possession, Bayu—a gifted spirit channeler—dreams of leading a trance party as its shaman to prevent an impending eviction.

Happy holidays! 🎬☃️ Counting down one month until the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival.

proud to announce that excerpts of my work & collaboration w/ William Basinski ( @musex1.bsky.social ) form the opening soundtrack to the film 'Aanikoobijigan [ancestor/great-grandparent/great-grandchild]' by Adam & Zack Khalil Premiering at @sundance.org festival.sundance.org/program/film...

Fresh fits, Festival-ready. 🎬 The 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival merch has arrived. Explore the collection at store.sundance.org

Get your short films fix with 20% off today! 🎞️ From now through Sunday, December 21 at 11:59 p.m. MT, use code 2026YULESUN to get 20% off a Short Films Pass: Online. Visit: festival.sundance.org/tickets/online

I produced a short film directed by Lisa Malloy and Ray Whitaker and it’s gonna WP at @sundance.org

my short film Homemade Gatorade is showing at Sundance 2026 😋 such a wonderful honor, I can’t believe it !! big big thanks to my friends that contributed to this film, and to all my patrons that helped fund it ✨ @sundance.org

What happens when horror listens to history? Filmmaker Vera Miao discusses “Rock Springs,” premiering in the Midnight section of the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. A haunting journey through diaspora, loneliness, nonlinear time, and the 1885 Rock Springs massacre. Read more: sndnc.org/4rVX1K6

We’re sat. 🪑 Watch the trailer for “By Design,” a surreal, darkly comic vision from Director Amanda Kramer, starring Juliette Lewis. Premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. In select theaters February 13.

The 2026 Sundance Film Festival will host “Celebrating Sundance Institute: A Tribute to Founder Robert Redford,” honoring his support for independent storytellers. The evening will celebrate honorees with the Trailblazer Award Presented by Google and Vanguard Awards Presented by Acura.

Story Forum is officially launching! 🚀Join us to explore Art and Innovation in storytelling: • In Person: Jan 26 at SFF26, presented by Adobe. • Online: Jan 29–30 via Sundance Collab Demystify technology and learn artist-first practices. FREE events! Get the schedule first ➡️ sndnc.org/4q66Inp

It’s that time! The @filmindependent.org Spirit Awards are back, and Sundance Institute–supported projects earned major nominations, proving once again that independent cinema is full of vision and originality. 🏆 Read more: sndnc.org/3MGIEJx

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival Short Film Program, presented by Ketel One. The Short Film Program showcases shorts across fiction, nonfiction, and animation, globally. Explore the program: sndnc.org/shortfilmprogram

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival Midnight Short Film Program, presented by Ketel One. The Short Film Program showcases shorts across fiction, nonfiction, and animation, globally. Explore the program: sndnc.org/shortfilmprogram

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival Animated Short Film Program, presented by Ketel One. The Short Film Program showcases shorts across fiction, nonfiction, and animation, globally. Explore the program: sndnc.org/shortfilmprogram

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival Documentary Short Film Program, presented by Ketel One. The Short Film Program showcases shorts across fiction, nonfiction, and animation, globally. Explore the program: sndnc.org/shortfilmprogram

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival Short Film Program 5, presented by Ketel One. The Short Film Program showcases shorts across fiction, nonfiction, and animation, globally. Explore the program: sndnc.org/shortfilmprogram

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival Short Film Program 4, presented by Ketel One. The Short Film Program showcases shorts across fiction, nonfiction, and animation, globally. Explore the program: sndnc.org/shortfilmprogram

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival Short Film Program 3, presented by Ketel One. The Short Film Program showcases shorts across fiction, nonfiction, and animation, globally. Explore the program: sndnc.org/shortfilmprogram

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival Short Film Program 2, presented by Ketel One. The Short Film Program showcases shorts across fiction, nonfiction, and animation, globally. Explore the program: sndnc.org/shortfilmprogram

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival Short Film Program 1, presented by Ketel One. The Short Film Program showcases shorts across fiction, nonfiction, and animation, globally. Explore the program: sndnc.org/shortfilmprogram

📣 We’re thrilled to announce the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival lineup. Explore projects from our Features and Episodic programs premiering at the Festival this year: festival.sundance.org

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival U.S. Dramatic Competition. World premieres of fiction feature films offer audiences a first look at groundbreaking new voices in independent film.  Explore the program: sndnc.org/usdramatic

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival U.S. Documentary Competition. World premiere documentaries that illuminate the ideas, people, and events that shape the present day. Explore the program: sndnc.org/usdoc

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival World Cinema Dramatic Competition. These fiction feature films from emerging talent around the world offer fresh perspectives and inventive styles. Explore the program: sndnc.org/worlddramatic

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival World Cinema Documentary Competition. These nonfiction feature films from emerging talent around the world showcase some of the most courageous and extraordinary filmmaking today. Explore the program: sndnc.org/worlddoc

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival NEXT program, presented by @adobe.com, where visionary works are distinguished by an innovative, forward-thinking approach to storytelling. Explore the program: sndnc.org/NEXT

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival Premieres program. This showcase of world premieres presents highly anticipated films on a variety of subjects, both fiction and documentaries.  Explore the program: sndnc.org/premieres

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival Midnight program. From horror flicks and wild comedies to chilling thrillers and works that defy any genre, these films will keep you wide-awake and on the edge of your seat. Explore the program: sndnc.org/midnight

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival Episodic program. Our Episodic program was created specifically for bold stories told in multiple episodes, with an emphasis on independent perspectives and innovative storytelling. Explore the program: sndnc.org/episodic

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival Spotlight program, presented by @audible. The Spotlight program is a tribute to the cinema we love, presenting films that have played throughout the world.  Explore the program: sndnc.org/spotlight

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival Family Matinee program, for audiences of all ages, but especially for our youngest independent film fans. Explore the program: sndnc.org/familymatinee

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival Special Screenings program. One-of-a-kind moments highlight new independent works that add to the unique Festival experience. Explore the program: sndnc.org/specialscreenings

Ready for the reveal? The curtain opens tomorrow at 10 a.m. MT with the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival Program Announcement. ✨

☁️ Festival comfort, elevated. Meet the Cloud Layer Fleece Crew with an ultra-soft interior and a bold pink-and-yellow gradient film-strip graphic inspired by the magic of independent storytelling. Find yours at store.sundance.org

📣 DEADLINE EXTENDED TO DECEMBER 8. Indigenous filmmakers from California-Based Tribes! Apply now for the Graton Fellowship for Artists from California-Based Tribes to be considered for grants, yearlong support, and more. Apply: sndnc.org/44Kv8L3

Attention Indigenous Filmmakers! Are you working on a narrative feature or episodic pilot? Apply now to the 2026 Native Lab for the opportunity to develop your projects. Deadline: December 22. Apply here: sndnc.org/4aEROQy