We’re huge fans of shining a spotlight on the documentaries that empower, enlighten, and push boundaries here at the Sundance Institute. The Hot Docs Canadian

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By Jessica Herndon  In 2022, Reza Dahya took a pivotal step in shaping his debut feature, Boxcutter, by enrolling in the Sundance Institute Collab’s “Directing:

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By Lucy Spicer One of the most exciting things about the Sundance Film Festival is having a front-row seat for the bright future of independent

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Director Andrew Ahn, alongside actors Youn Yuh-jung and Joan Chen, takes a photo of the audience after the premiere of his film “The Wedding Banquet”

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Emilie Blichfeldt attends the 2025 Sundance Film Festival premiere of “The Ugly Stepsister” at Library Center Theatre on January 23, 2025, in Park City, UT.

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By Jessica Herndon  It’s vital to keep pushing for a world where all identities are valued and seen in all their authenticity. Through Sundance Institute–supported

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It’s an understatement to say that the Peabody Awards are major. The winners — a mix of fresh voices within the documentary, news, public service,

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