Nonprofit organization that discovers and supports independent film, media, and theatre artists from the U.S. and around the world. Presenter of
@sundancefest
.
We stand with black communities, with black artists and with those on the streets demanding truth, justice and equality.
We stand with the truth-tellers of this moment and all the moments that have led us here.
Truth Matters. Black Lives Matter.
"We hope it’s a list that captures the wide range and diversity of the work women create behind the camera, and a reminder that female directors have put their mark on every decade, genre, and kind of film, and will continue to do just that." -
@indiewire
👏
#womenshistorymonth
Ryan Coogler: "Storytelling is the tool that human beings have to trigger empathy. Cinema is a form of storytelling that’s so immersive that it’s not like any other medium."
#blackhistorymonth
Sundance Institute is deeply saddened by the loss of Jamie Redford, the accomplished filmmaker and son of Institute founder and president Robert Redford. 1/4
To help our community during these difficult times,
#SundanceCollab
is giving FREE access to our entire library of Master Classes—three-hour recordings with leading creators offering a wealth of information and inspiration. Learn more:
We are suspending activity for
#BlackOutTuesday
to make space for the urgent stories of Black people who need to be heard. This is not a moment for business-as-usual, and we focus our attention on the mistreatment of Black communities and systemic racism.
#TheShowMustBePaused
"For weeks I’ve watched with sadness as our civil servants have failed us, turning toward bigotry, mean-spiritedness, and mockery as the now-normal tools of the trade." A message from Robert Redford:
The 1969 Western BUTCH CASSIDY AND THE SUNDANCE KID hits 50 today. The film is ranked as the 50th greatest American film of all time (according to
@AmericanFilm
's top 100 films). What is your favorite Western film?
📸: Robert Redford (left) and Paul Newman (right).
🎉 We are happy to announce award-winning documentary filmmaker and journalist Carrie Lozano(
@carrielozano
) as our new Director, Documentary Film Program.
“To me what’s most important if you want to tell a story, and you want to own the story you’re telling: Get out in the world. Hit the road. Have some real life experience that’s going to feed your mind.”
Happy Birthday to trailblazer & Sundance Institute founder, Robert Redford!
Join
@The_OA
writer/actor,
@britmarling
, in standing up for the future of independent storytelling. The time is crucial for artists all over the world: By making a donation to nonprofit Sundance Institute, you help bolster our many programs, labs, grants, and funds. Donate now.
To help our community during these difficult times,
#SundanceCollab
has assembled a number of COVID-19 resources specifically for filmmakers and other artists. We'll continue to update the page throughout the crisis.
Calling all Black women writers! Submit a short script (5-10 pages) to
#WomenWriteNow
by August 5 for a chance to get your short film produced by
@lolnetwork
and premiere at a special screening at
@sundancefest
. Learn More and Submit:
Learn how the how the creators of
@MyFriendDahmer
turned a graphic novel into an indie film success! Get insights into their process, budget, casting, production/marketing, distribution and much more. Read the piece →
#CreativeDistro
📺Writers! Creators! The 2020 Episodic Lab application is now open. Get the opportunity to workshop an original pilot script with accomplished showrunners, non-writing creative producers, and executives. Submit your work by 3/11 to be considered.
"Diversity in film, TV, stories - I think it's vital...the thing that makes the world an interesting place." —director
@taikawaititi
Help us continue our work by showing your support and donating now. Together
#WeAreSundance
.
What better way to spend this time indoors? Join filmmaker and writer
@markcousinsfilm
in a free 40-day journey exploring how we think about our passion for cinema and aspects of moviemaking including style, ideas, emotions, practical things, and fun things.
Happy 85th birthday to our founder Robert Redford who as an artist, a mentor, and an activist continues to shape not only the legacy and future of the
#Sundance
Institute but the landscape of arts and culture overall.
❗️Reminder!
#SundanceCollab
is giving FREE access to our entire library of Master Classes—three-hour recordings with leading creators offering a wealth of information and inspiration.
Our friend, collaborator and talented film editor Jonathan Oppenheim has passed away. He leaves behind a distinct and significant body of work, which we cannot categorize other than to say he dedicated his life’s work to the art form of documentary storytelling. We will miss him.
📣 Producers! Applications for the 2020 Creative Producing Lab & Fellowship is now open for Feature Film and Documentary projects. This year-long program is designed to nurture emerging producers with a project in hand. Submit your work by February 11th to be considered.
The Sundance community is deeply saddened by the loss of Diane Weyermann, a singular force within the documentary film world. Among her countless contributions to independent storytelling over her career, she founded our Documentary Film Program. She'll be forever missed.
“For me, Sundance Institute is an extension of something I believed in, which is creating a mechanism for new voices to have a place to develop and be heard.” - Robert Redford
Celebrating 40 years of fiercely independent artists.
#Sundance40th
We've teamed up with
@Dropbox
to create a filmmaker
#carepackage
, including video, podcast, and blog binge lists, plus
#SundanceCollab
learning resources. Enjoy it yourself or send it along to a filmmaker in your life.
We are excited to share that longtime staff member
@adam_piron
(Kiowa, Mohawk) has been named Director of the Indigenous Program at Sundance Institute! Learn more about Adam, his accomplishments, and his future plans.
#indigenousfilm
#indigenoustv
The
#IndigenousList
is here! Created in collaboration with
@sundanceorg
,
@theblcklst
&
@_IllumiNatives
, this list celebrates the best Indigenous film & TV artists living & working in the US. Congrats to all selected writers. Read all about it here
We are very sad to hear of the passing of Lynn Shelton (
@lynnsheltonfilm
). We were proud to premiere her films, including HUMPDAY, YOUR SISTER'S SISTER, TOUCHY FEELY, and LAGGIES. We will miss her greatly.
🎬 Meet the 11 independent filmmakers developing 10 projects selected for the 2020 Directors and Screenwriters Labs—reimagined and expressed digitally this year on
#SundanceCollab
—where they will connect with advisors across multiple disciplines.
#SundanceLabs
11 women artists, creating bold new work across diverse disciplines, selected for the first-ever Women at Sundance |
@Adobe
Fellowship. 👩🏾🦱 👩🏽🦰 👱🏼♀️
The documentary fund is eligible for feature-length doc projects. Apply by 6/2 for September's decision. The next round's deadline is 9/8. Grant categories are for development (up to $15,000) and production/post-production (up to $40,000). We fund 40-50 projects per year. Apply!
Announcing 15 emerging storytellers from Chile, India, Kenya, Tunisia and the U.S. who will convene digitally for our Screenwriters Lab. The Fellows will work to further develop 12 original projects, in collaboration with an experienced group of Creative Advisors.
#SundanceLabs
Join CEO & Founder of
@theblcklst
, Franklin Leonard (
@franklinleonard
) in a FREE live webinar as he shares his advice on what to do with your next screenplay. 6/17 at 1:00pm PT on
#SundanceCollab
.
Doc Filmmakers! Does your next project need financial support? Is your budget under $1,000,000? We are currently looking for nonfiction filmmakers with distinct voices and visions to support. Apply for the Documentary Fund by July 26.
Excited to share that the Institute’s new CEO will be Joana Vicente—a vet of independent media, accomplished producer, fierce artist advocate, and
#Sundance
alum. More details from
@PatMitchell
and
@EbsBurnough
: Please join us in welcoming Joana! 👏👏👏
☀️
#Indigenous
creators! We have partnered with
@theblcklst
and
@_IllumiNatives
for the inaugural Indigenous List—a list highlighting Indigenous feature films and television screenwriters. Applications are now open until 9/27. Submit your script for consideration.
Is it possible to film safely now, or anytime soon, given how infectious this coronavirus is? Together with
@TheDocSociety
and
@FieldOfVision
, we've created a new set of guidelines for independent documentary filmmakers to consider, the
#COVID19
Risk Assessment.
“Every night when the last news truck would leave, the police would escalate the violence against people. We were the only ones who stayed.” —
@sabaahfolayan
, director of WHOSE STREETS?, in an interview with
@kcrwberlin
.
⠀
📸: WHOSE STREETS? directed by Sabaah Folayan
Calling all doc filmmakers! Does your next project need financial support? Applications are now open for the
#Sundance
Institute Documentary Film Program which prioritizes support for independent nonfiction films with budgets under $1,000,000. Apply by 6/6/22 to be considered.
Three Native filmmakers — all alumni of Sundance Institute’s Indigenous Program — reflect upon the significance of
#IndigenousPeoplesDay
amidst this challenging but transformative year.
#IndigenousFilm
Announcing the Sundance Institute's 2022 Fellows for our Directors, Screenwriters & Native Labs! Eight emerging creators were selected for the Native Lab & eleven for the Director's & Screenwriters lab. Learn more about the fellows & their projects.
#SundanceLabs
Excited to announce that our Executive Director,
@KPutnam
, will be joining an esteemed panel at the
@TIFF_NET
#ShareHerJourney
Rally in Toronto on September 8. For more info, and to join us in standing with women in film, visit
📣 FEATURE FICTION FILMMAKERS: Are you in the early stages of a screenplay? Apply now for the 2022 Development Track to be considered for multiple programs, fellowships, and grants. Deadline: May 17, 2021. Don't miss these opps!
Please RT to spread the word.
Are you an Indigenous artist who identifies as a woman and is seeking creative support for your feature? Then apply to the 2021 Merata Mita Fellowship by 10/26.
#IndigenousFilm
A very happy 86th birthday to our founder Robert Redford! In 1981, Bob’s incredible vision of creating a space for independent storytellers from a wide range of lived experiences & backgrounds to flourish & hone their craft led to the creation of the
#Sundance
Institute.
Jamie was a deeply intuitive and kind collaborator. Our community of artists and colleagues grieves this loss, and sends condolences to the Redford family; Jamie’s warmth, passion and generosity of spirit will continue to inspire us. 4/4
After a decade leading Sundance Institute, CEO
@KPutnam
is stepping down in August. She’s been a fierce advocate for independent storytelling. We’re grateful for her inspiring leadership, vision, and dedication. From us and the artists, thank you Keri!
“This home has come to an end; it’s time to move to the next home.” — Mescalero Apache ceremonial song
A Fond Farewell from Bird Runningwater (
@BirdRunningH2O
), Reflecting on 20 Years at the Sundance Institute:
CREATORS: Have an original pilot script for an episodic project? Apply for our Episodic Lab by 3/15 for a chance to work with accomplished showrunners, non-writing creative producers and executives to help provide you creative and strategic keys to success
🚨 Tomorrow: Join us for an intimate conversation with Gina Prince-Bythewood (
@GPBmadeit
) as we recount her path from making her debut feature film, LOVE & BASKETBALL, to directing her newest work,
@OldGuardMovie
.
#SundanceCollab
.
@ava
has consistently leveraged her success to launch the careers of women of color, and her philanthropic and activist work extends beyond the screen. Join this visionary filmmaker in a free webinar where she'll share her perspective on Art as Activism.
#SundanceCollab
📣 Calling all producers! Applications for the 2020 Creative Producing Lab & Fellowship is now open for Feature Film and Documentary projects. This year-long program is designed to nurture emerging producers with a project in hand. Submit your work by 2/11 to be considered.
CREATORS: Are you developing scripted episodic content for digital platforms? Apply to our Expanded New Voices Lab to work with notable advisors who will help develop your storytelling skills and hone your projects: (Application Deadline: 12/14/17)
As a director, writer, and producer Jamie Redford tackled meaningful topics as varied as clean energy (HAPPENING: A CLEAN ENERGY REVOLUTION), organ donation (THE KINDNESS OF STRANGERS) and dyslexia (THE BIG PICTURE: RETHINKING DYSLEXIA). 3/4