2011: SUNDANCE

A British college student develops feelings for an American student. Their romance is cut short when she is deported from the U.S. After violating her visa terms.

In a privileged Iranian household, a teenage daughter's increasing sexual freedom clashes with her brother's embrace of stricter religious beliefs, creating tension within the family.

Lynn's life becomes complicated when a wedding at her parents' estate in Annapolis throws her into the middle of tense family relationships.

Five teenage girls, bound by a secret, plan a carefree weekend with no rules. Their expectations of sex, drugs, and rock music are overshadowed by a far more perilous turn their weekend takes.

In Los Angeles, a cartoonist known for his stoner-themed children's show attempts to seduce a visitor from New York. They connected online through Chatroulette, and he spends a weekend trying to make their connection physical.

This is the story of an African immigrant navigating life on the edges of New York City. Music is his driving force, survival a daily struggle, and love his most vulnerable pursuit.

This film chronicles the extensive career of Roger Corman, a remarkably persistent and inventive low-budget film producer and director. He was a key figure in independent filmmaking and a champion of emerging talent.

A former Deadhead, now a born-again Christian, is fleeing for his life. He's being hunted by zealous members of his mega-church, who are determined to shield their charismatic pastor at all costs. The story unfolds within the vibrant, often intense…

A journalist and his girlfriend become involved in an investigation of a cult. The cult's leader asserts he is a time traveler from the future.

During a harsh Wisconsin winter, a deceitful insurance salesman's life falls apart when he partners with a dangerous man to steal a valuable violin from a secluded farmer's house.

In Glasgow, Scotland, as a strange global pandemic starts to emerge, epidemiologist Susan finds herself falling for Michael, a talented cook.

In 1845, a group of settlers journeying through the Oregon High Desert are stranded in unforgiving conditions.

Elmo is a beloved character worldwide, but few know the man behind him, Kevin Clash, who aspired to work with puppeteer Jim Henson. Kevin’s talent led him to Sesame Street. Narrated by Whoopi Goldberg, this documentary features rare footage and…

A new police officer is assigned to the 118 Precinct, the same neighborhood where he spent his childhood. The precinct captain begins receiving letters detailing two unsolved murders from years past, committed in the local housing projects when the rookie…

Following a violent raid by the BOPE special forces unit at the Bangu 1 high-security prison in Rio de Janeiro, aimed at suppressing an inmate rebellion, Lieutenant-Colonel Roberto Nascimento and Captain André Matias are accused by human rights advocate Diogo…

Amidst widespread turmoil, a young Tutsi woman and a young Hutu man find love. A soldier tries to do what's right while separated from his family. A priest questions his beliefs as he confronts terrible events.

Every family has that one sibling who seems to struggle to get ahead. For sisters Liz, Miranda, and Natalie, that person is their eternally optimistic brother, Ned. But as each of their lives starts to fall apart, Ned’s family begins…

A lawyer's attempt to protect his family backfires when he captures the final surviving member of a brutal clan and tries to control her.

When a group of students investigate a string of strange bear deaths, they uncover a far more sinister reality. Their investigation leads them to a mysterious hunter, who they discover is actually a troll hunter.

A seemingly perfect housewife, secretly longing for intimacy, finds her carefully controlled life challenged by the arrival of a handsome family next door. She battles to manage her feelings as a new neighbor stirs up unexpected desires.

A shy greeting card store employee named Jane finds her life upended when she meets Zoinx, a woman who is secretly an alien from outer space. The film follows Jane's unexpected romance with Zoinx, while two government agents monitor both…

A former sports hustler, living in seclusion, comes back to his family's farm after a long absence. He seeks to reconnect with his two odd and emotionally troubled brothers.

"Hell and Back Again" is a powerfully intimate and visually groundbreaking film that explores the meaning of leadership in war and the experience of returning home. It offers a depth of insight into the Afghanistan conflict unmatched by previous war…

Two friends dedicate all their spare time to constructing flamethrowers and weapons capable of widespread destruction, anticipating a global apocalypse. They believe such an event would pave the way for their fictional gang, "Mother Medusa."

A man's life takes an unforeseen turn when he fabricates a story to avoid going to work.

Henry tries to build a relationship with his son, Gabriel, who has a brain tumor affecting his ability to create new memories. Because Gabriel can't let go of the things that drove them apart, Henry must accept his son's perspectives…

A group of college friends reunite, and the gathering forces them to confront the unhappiness that has shaped their adult lives. Over the course of a week marked by heavy drinking and drug use, they begin to seriously consider a…

A waitress on the night shift at a small, industrial town diner finds herself drawn to a charming truck driver. Meanwhile, the diner's owner battles to keep his struggling business alive.

A man investigates a strange mystery: hundreds of puzzling messages are appearing on tiles in cities across the U.S. And South America, and he tries to decipher their bizarre meaning.

From the creators of Man on Wire comes the true story of Nim, a chimpanzee who in the 1970s was the subject of a groundbreaking experiment. The experiment sought to prove an ape could learn to communicate using language if…

During a bank robbery, a man finds himself caught in a chaotic situation as two separate robberies unfold. He fights to shield the teller he's secretly in love with from the danger.

An inexperienced insurance salesman from the Midwest goes to a major city convention hoping to save his colleagues' jobs.

Filmmakers worldwide captured moments on July 24th, 2010, creating a collection of scenes intended as a snapshot for future generations – a glimpse into what life was like on that day.

Marina, 23, lives in a seaside factory town with her architect father. She views people as odd and avoids them, until a stranger arrives and challenges her to a foosball game – on her own table. Meanwhile, her father prepares…

A homeless man with a strong sense of justice arrives in a new city consumed by crime and controlled by a powerful crime boss. He witnesses widespread corruption, violence, and exploitation. Determined to improve the city for future generations, he…

A solitary drifter journeys across the frozen North Dakota plains and discovers an unconscious man on the road. He helps him, and the man reveals he’s traveling to meet his girlfriend, who is being released from prison. Hoping to escape…

A young woman and a grieving music professor find their lives intertwined when a perfect copy of Earth is discovered.

Oliver Tate, a thoughtful 15-year-old in a Welsh high school, finds it difficult to connect with Jordana, a captivating classmate with a mischievous side. As his parents' marriage deteriorates, Oliver experiences similar challenges in his relationship with Jordana.

"Senna" is a documentary that follows the life of Brazilian racing driver Ayrton Senna, examining his physical and personal journey as he pursued perfection in Formula 1. The film covers his career from his debut in 1984 to his tragic…

This drama follows a family as they struggle to keep their antique restoration business afloat.

Just before a day of canoeing, Father William Smoortser accidentally drops his Bible into a public restroom toilet, unleashing a series of unfortunate and chaotic events.

Kyung-chul is a dangerous psychopath who kills for pleasure. Soo-hyeon, a top-secret agent, resolves to hunt down the killer personally. He vows to do whatever it takes to avenge the murders, even if it means sacrificing his own humanity.

Adopting a stray cat unexpectedly transforms a couple's lives, fundamentally altering their reality and challenging their trust in one another and their own abilities.

Following their mother's dying wish, twins Jeanne and Simon travel to the Middle East to uncover their family history. Adapted from Wajdi Mouawad's acclaimed play, Incendies is a powerful and moving story about two young adults exploring the origins of…

Years after escaping a cult, Martha reaches out to her estranged sister, Lucy, for help. Martha arrives at Lucy's peaceful Connecticut home, where she lives with her husband, Ted. However, the trauma of her time in the cult makes it…

This thriller follows the core group of individuals at an investment bank over the course of a single day as the financial crisis begins to unfold.

This is a disturbing look inside the inner circle of Saddam Hussein's regime, told from the perspective of the man who was compelled to impersonate Hussein's cruel son.

Isidora, an elderly woman, realizes her memory is fading rapidly. During a seemingly normal dinner with her daughter, she fights to conceal her decline from a woman who is eagerly looking for any sign of weakness so she can seize…

Two Danish families' lives intertwine, leading to an unusual and potentially precarious friendship. However, loneliness, vulnerability, and grief are also present.

Mike, a struggling part-time high school wrestling coach, takes on the responsibility of caring for an elderly man. The man's troubled grandson is a talented wrestler, and Mike sees a chance for a major victory. However, their hopes are dashed…

The film follows grandmother Rumidjah, a poor Christian woman living in the Jakarta slums. Through her perspective, we witness Indonesia's evolving economy and the impact of globalization on the lives of her granddaughter Tari and her sons, Bakti and Dwi.

In a small American town, a group of teenagers click on an online invitation promising intimacy, but find themselves targeted by a group of Christian fundamentalists with a disturbing plan.

Salvador, a peasant, begins his workday to discover a pile of bodies in his fields. He tries to report the incident, but it's Sunday and Election Day, and the authorities are unwilling to handle the problem.

Filmmaker Marshall Curry examines the Earth Liberation Front, a radical group dedicated to disrupting facilities linked to deforestation. The film also profiles Daniel McGowan, an Oregon ELF member who faced terrorism charges due to his activism with the organization.

In 1994, Oregon pioneered physician-assisted suicide, becoming the first state to legalize the practice – a choice then shared only by Belgium, Switzerland, and the Netherlands. "How to Die in Oregon" explores the lives of those closest to this practice:…

This film explores the life of Buck Brannaman, the renowned horse trainer known for his gentle approach. Brannaman overcame a difficult childhood marked by abuse to develop a respected understanding of the connection between humans and horses.

A Brooklyn teenager struggles with who they are while navigating friendships, love, and family expectations as they explore their sexuality.

Lord Byron presents a vibrant look at a man in his late 40s grappling with confusion over his ambitions and desires. Surrounded by a collection of odd individuals, all chasing their own goals, the film explores the isolated existence of…

A family of raccoons unearths worms in Jeff and Nealy's backyard, sparking a darkly comedic and chaotic series of events. The initial pest problem escalates into domestic conflict, infidelity, and ultimately, murder.

After a car accident, a young woman finds herself lost in the woods. As she struggles to find her way back, she is tormented by a series of terrifying and surreal encounters.

Sarah Smith, an artist and government hydrologist, travels to a remote area of the Kalmiopsis Wilderness in southwestern Oregon to survey streams affected by a wildfire. There, she unexpectedly encounters a sasquatch. A bond forms between them as they become…

Smith, a college student who enjoys partying and casual encounters, begins having vivid dreams about two beautiful women. He's stunned when he encounters the dream girls in reality: one resembling his ideal brunette, and another, a mysterious red-haired woman pursued…

This film explores the development of the Black Power Movement in America between 1967 and 1975. Using footage captured by Swedish journalists, it documents the movement's key figures: Angela Davis, Bobby Seale, Huey P. Newton, Eldridge Cleaver, and other prominent…

This compelling documentary explores the story of General Butt Naked, the notorious warlord who dominated Liberia's 14-year civil war. It follows his transformation into a religious figure and his declared mission to bring peace to his country and atone for…

Joseph struggles with uncontrollable anger and a destructive path. His life becomes increasingly chaotic, but a connection with Hannah, a kind charity shop worker, offers a glimmer of hope. Their relationship deepens, revealing a hidden secret of Hannah's that profoundly…