A cross-country journey becomes a search for hope in Cole Webley’s “Omaha,” which premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival in the U.S. Dramatic Competition and is now in select theaters. Read more about writer-director Cole Webley and the making of “Omaha”: sndnc.org/42ujVg6

“Mr. Nobody Against Putin” and “No Other Land” are among this year’s Sundance Institute–supported Peabody Awards (@peabodyawards.bsky.social) winners, recognizing powerful storytelling that endures. Read more: sndnc.org/4mPU9wl

Rashad Frett’s “Ricky,” now in select theaters, is a Sundance Institute–supported debut that premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. Executive produced by/starring Stephan James, the film follows a 30-year-old rebuilding his life after incarceration as a teen. Read more: sndnc.org/3P2fUMO

A lineup of 17 Sundance Institute–supported films head to the Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival (@hotdocs.bsky.social), April 23–May 3. See what to add to your screening schedule: sndnc.org/4eHRDWN

Get ready for "Leviticus" directed by Adrian Chiarella. 👻 Premiered in the Midnight Section at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, where it left audiences shook. In theaters June 19 via @neon-rated.bsky.social.

Join us, along with event partners Rocky Mountain Equality and The Center on Colfax, for Andrea Gibson: Love Letter from the Afterlife — a multimedia evening of film, poetry, and music premiering at Red Rocks Amphitheatre on Sunday, July 5, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. MT.

Sundance favorite OMAHA starring John Magaro (PAST LIVES) opens at IFC Center this Friday. Get tickets to Q&As with filmmaker Celine Song (MATERIALISTS), actor John Slattery (MAD MEN), and actor Lily Rabe (AMERICAN HORROR STORY): ifccenter.com/films/omaha

Applying to the Sundance Institute Feature Film Development Track? Join us April 21 at 10 a.m. PT for a FREE Insider Session with Ilyse McKimmie and Beth de Araújo. Get tips on the application process and an inside look at the Lab experience. Register: sndnc.org/40z79w7

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Watch the trailer for “Ricky”, directed by Rashad Frett, in theaters April 24. Premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, supported by Sundance Institute’s Directors, Screenwriters, and Producers Labs, and winner of the Directing Award: U.S. Dramatic.

Get to know Joel Alfonso Vargas, writer-director of “Mad Bills to Pay (or Destiny, dile que no soy malo)”. Premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, winning the NEXT Special Jury Award for Ensemble Cast. Now in select theaters. Read more: sndnc.org/4cBToCh

10 years ago today, Jeremy Saulnier’s “Green Room” was released theatrically, following its screening at the 2016 Sundance Film Festival.

Feature fiction filmmakers! In the early stages of a screenplay? Apply now for the 2027 Development Track to be considered for multiple programs, fellowships, and grants. Deadline: May 12, 2026. Apply here: sndnc.org/3Ol3LCs

From our Sundance Film Festival 101 watchlist we highlight debut features that first introduced now iconic filmmakers to the world, films that cut through the noise and helped reshape independent cinema. Read more on our blog: sndnc.org/3O6CEel

Katarina Zhu’s debut feature “Bunnylovr” follows a cam girl navigating online relationships, family estrangement, and agency in the digital age. Premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, the film stars Zhu alongside Rachel Sennott. Now in select theaters. Read more: sndnc.org/4c7bLjx

Tickets for Sundance Film Festival: CDMX 2026 are on sale now! 🎟️ Join us in Mexico City from April 30 – May 3 for 15 films, a short film program, and special panels at Cinépolis venues, celebrating global independent cinema. Get yours: sndnc.org/4ssioSn

From "Pee-wee as Himself" to "Mr. Nobody Against Putin" and more, we are honored to see Sundance Institute–supported films recognized among the nominees for the 86th @peabodyawards.bsky.social. Winners will be announced on April 23, 2026. Read more: sndnc.org/4ecEd4Q

The Sundance Film Festival: CDMX 2026 official lineup is here! Join us in Mexico City from April 30 – May 3 for 15 films, a short film program, and special panels at Cinépolis venues, reflecting a diverse and contemporary global independent cinema landscape. Explore the program: sndnc.org/4cAzjxe

'Bunnylovr' writer/director and star Katarina Zhu, as well as her cast, stop by IndieWire Studio at Sundance. Watch their interview here.

Announcing the fellows selected for the 2026 Sundance Institute Cultural Impact Residency on Sundance Collab, honoring the legacy of social justice leader Michael Latt. Learn more: sndnc.org/47SATIm

Announcing the 2026 Sundance Institute Sundance Institute Native Lab Fellows! Taking place April 6–11 in Santa Fe, New Mexico, the Native Lab offers Indigenous filmmakers a nurturing, immersive environment to develop their projects. Read more about this year’s cohort: sndnc.org/47IGqRF

On April 10, join editors Berenice Chávez & Aliyah Bryant for a FREE look inside the edit of the Oscar-nominated documentary “Come See Me in the Good Light”. Go behind the scenes of this Sundance Film Festival award-winner: sndnc.org/4757kmv

Watch the trailer for Olivia Wilde's The Invite, starring Olivia Wilde, Seth Rogen, Penélope Cruz and Edward Norton. In select theaters June 26 and releasing wide in July via A24

“DJ Ahmet,” directed by Georgi M. Unkovski, is a vibrant coming-of-age story set in a small North Macedonian village, full of music, first love, and quiet rebellion. Premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival and is now playing in select theaters. Read more: sndnc.org/47Gilea

Five debuts from the 2025 #SundanceFilmFestival arrive in theaters this month. From music and young love in North Macedonia to Bronx communities, Omaha road trips, and coming-of-age after incarceration, these films celebrate connection, courage, and second chances. Read more: sndnc.org/48s8Dwf

Indigenous editor Leo Koziol highlights five Indigenous films to keep on your radar this year, speaking with the folks making them happen, serving up screen food for the soul, a basketful of magical mushrooms and fire ants dripping honey from the sky. boxd.it/34e

An official selection of Sundance, NewFest, and Frameline, JIMPA offers a moving and authentic look at LGBTQ+ connections across generations. Now available to watch at home: knlor.com/watchjimpa

What starts as a fling can turn into a story you won’t forget. 💐 This Sundance Institute–supported watchlist highlights films where casual spring connections unexpectedly grow into meaningful relationships. Check out the full watchlist: sndnc.org/47wcqby

“The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist” is now open in theaters! Join us this Friday (4/3) for a free Spotlight conversation with producers Diane Becker and Ted Tremper on the making of the film. 🕒 3:15–4:15 PM PT 🎟 Free to register: sndnc.org/4uXgqMk

“The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist” follows two filmmakers confronting an AI-driven future while preparing for fatherhood. Blending humor, anxiety, and personal stakes, it premiered at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival and is now in theaters. Read more: sndnc.org/4m1yfpA

Spring style, straight from the screen. 🌸 From bold ’80s power dressing to playful prints and timeless minimalism, these Sundance Institute–supported films offer looks to refresh your wardrobe this season. Read more: sndnc.org/3O08eKu

Announcing the 2026 Sundance Institute Sundance Institute | Sandbox Fund Grantees! This year we selected 16 Science-Focused Nonfiction Projects across all stages of production for support. Read about the projects here: sndnc.org/4brXSMv

In Grace Glowicki’s “Dead Lover,” a grave digger goes to outrageous lengths to resurrect her lost love in a scrappy DIY theater world. 🪦🪏 Premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. Now in select theaters via Cartuna x Dweck. Read more: sndnc.org/3PdXE33

“Touch Me,” from filmmaker Addison Heimann, is a genre-bending fever dream, equal parts sci-fi erotica and razor-sharp dark comedy. 🦑 Premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. Now in select theaters via Yellow Veil Pictures. Read more: sndnc.org/4sY9dcT

Watch an exclusive clip from Sundance award-winner, DJ Ahmet 🎧 In UK & Ireland theaters March 27 via @conic.film, and in US theaters April 3 via Ink Films.

Trailer drop! ☀️ Joel Alfonso Vargas’ “Mad Bills to Pay (or Destiny, Dile Que No Soy Malo)” premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, receiving the NEXT Special Jury Award for Ensemble Cast. In NYC theaters April 17 at Film Forum (Manhattan) and Regal Concourse (The Bronx).

“There are stories you want to tell, and stories that call you to tell.” For Hasan Hadi, “The President’s Cake” was the latter. A 1990s Iraq childhood memory becomes a story of survival, morality, and growing up. Supported by Sundance Institute Labs, now in select theaters. sndnc.org/4bqzhGx

Robert Redford’s vision changed the landscape of cinema forever. On March 18, join us for a special Founder Series event celebrating his legacy and the future of the Sundance Institute's artist programs. Live Q&A to follow. Register for free: sndnc.org/3MvI9CB

It you watch one thing from the Oscars, let it be this…

Barbra Streisand paid special tribute to Sundance Institute founder Robert Redford during the #Oscars

One Oscar After Another 🏆

A major moment for Paul Thomas Anderson, a 1993 Sundance Institute Directors Lab alum, who just took home the Oscar for Best Director for “One Battle After Another”. From developing his voice at the Labs to reaching the #Oscars stage, it’s an incredible full-circle journey.

Congratulations to the team behind “Mr. Nobody Against Putin” on winning Best Documentary Feature at the 98th #Oscars 🏆 The film premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, where it first connected with audiences.

Congrats to Ryan Coogler, 2012 Sundance Institute Screenwriters Lab alum, on winning his first Oscar for Best Original Screenplay for "Sinners" 🏆 From his time at the Labs and Festival to the #Oscars stage, we’re proud to celebrate this milestone with him.

Congrats to Paul Thomas Anderson, 1993 Sundance Institute Directors Lab alum, on winning his first Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay for "One Battle After Another" What a journey from the Labs to the #Oscars!

10 years ago, DiscussingFilm was first started. 10 years later, we were invited to attend the biggest film event of the year… The Oscars. We are also honored to be hosting the official #Oscars newsfeed here on BlueSky!

Check out the trailer for GHOST IN THE MACHINE, coming soon to PBS and your screen! This feature documentary features 40 generous and brilliant AI experts, historians, philosophers, sociologists, journalists and thinkers discussing their work with @valerieveatch.bsky.social.

What you hear might haunt you. After premiering at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, Ian Tuason’s indie horror debut "undertone" stars Nina Kiri and Adam DiMarco in a film built around sound, isolation, and unseen forces. Now in theaters via A24. Read more: sndnc.org/4utsvsg

Sundance Institute–supported films are on the move at @sxsw.com, running March 12–18 in Austin, Texas. Twenty-four projects from the 2026 Festival and our artist programs are screening throughout the week. Read more: sndnc.org/4b4tQhG