Festival Program
Films
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U.S. Dramatic
U.S. Dramatic
Presenting the world premieres of sixteen narrative feature films, the Dramatic Competition offers Festivalgoers a first look at groundbreaking new voices in American independent film.
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U.S. Documentaries
U.S. Documentaries
Sixteen world-premiere American documentaries that illuminate the ideas, people, and events that shape the present day.
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World Dramatic
World Dramatic
Films from emerging filmmaking talents around the world offer fresh perspectives and inventive styles.
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World Documentaries
World Documentaries
Documentaries by some of the most courageous and extraordinary international filmmakers working today.
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Premieres
Premieres
This showcase of world premieres presents highly anticipated narrative films of the coming year.
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Documentary Premieres
Documentary Premieres
Films about far-reaching subjects by renowned directors comprise this section, highlighting our ongoing commitment to documentaries. Each is a world premiere.
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NEXT
NEXT
Pure, bold works distinguished by an innovative, forward-thinking approach to storytelling. Digital tech paired with unfettered creativity promises they will shape a “greater” next wave in American cinema.
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Spotlight
Spotlight
The Spotlight program is a tribute to the cinema we love, and presents films that have played throughout the world.
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Special Events
Special Events
One-of-a-kind moments highlighting new independent works that add to the unique Festival experience.
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From The Collection
From The Collection
Rediscover classic works of indie cinema from the vaults of our partnership with the Sundance Collection at UCLA which now contains more than 1,800 films.
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Sundance Kids
Sundance Kids
Especially for our youngest independent film fans. In cooperation with Utah Film Center who present the annual Tumbleweeds Film Festival, a premiere festival for children and youth.
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Midnight
Midnight
From horror flicks to bizarre comedies to works that defy any genre, these unruly films will keep you on the edge of your seat and wide awake.
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New Frontier
New Frontier
Champions films that expand, experiment with, and explode traditional storytelling. The crossroads of film, art, and media technology as a hotbed for innovation, showcasing cutting-edge new media work and panels that explore the expansion of cinema culture.
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Shorts
Shorts
Driven by innovation and experimentation, the Shorts Programs call out filmmaking’s most original voices. Shorts Programs Presented by YouTube.
Panels & Music
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Power of Story
Power of Story
Sundance Film Festival’s Power of Story series looks to deepen public engagement with storytelling, explore cinema culture, and celebrate artists whose work propels the form.
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Cinema Café
Cinema Café
Cinema Café revives the culture of conversation, offering audiences the opportunity to engage with an array of filmmakers and artists in an informal dialogue over coffee and treats. #CinemaCafe
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Art of Film Weekend
Art of Film
Exploring cinema, body and soul, these events celebrate the art and craft of filmmaking and offer a behind-the-scenes look at the creative, collaborative spirit of the artists who make movie magic.
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Filmmaker Lodge
Filmmaker Lodge
Filmmaker Lodge panels take on compelling themes emerging from Festival films and explore broader trends in contemporary independent cinema.
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New Frontier Panels
New Frontier Panels
Featuring innovative tech, forward-thinking strategies, and the possibilities of what the future might bring, New Frontier panels explore pushing the boundaries of storytelling.
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Music Café
Music Café
The Sundance ASCAP Music Café brings live music to the heart of the Sundance Film Festival. Open from 2-5pm from Friday, January 22 through Friday, January 29, the Music Café presents a diverse line up of solo performers and bands.