61 Sundance Films to Watch

Daniela, who grew up in a very strict Evangelical household, is now grappling with her parents' disapproval after they discovered she's been having premarital sex. She's trying to find her own way to feel spiritually at peace.

Following his brother's death, Jack is invited by Iris to spend time at her family's secluded island home. While there, a night of heavy drinking leads to an unexpected encounter between Jack and Iris' sister, Hannah, sparking a series of…

After her husband receives an eight-year prison sentence, Ruby leaves medical school to dedicate herself to his care while he's behind bars. This unexpected path becomes a journey of personal growth and self-discovery for her.

This film offers a personal look at LCD Soundsystem's final performance on April 2, 2011. It documents both the band's energetic, three-hour farewell concert at Madison Square Garden in New York City and the 48 hours leading up to it,…

"The Orator" is a drama about courage, forgiveness, and love. Saili, a small and unassuming man, lives a simple life with his wife and daughter in a remote Samoan village. When he's compelled to defend his land and family, Saili…

In the depths of a brutal Montreal winter, an elementary school class is devastated by the suicide of their teacher. Bachir Lazhar, a compelling Algerian immigrant, becomes their substitute, tasked with guiding the traumatized children. He carefully hides his own…

In the Yorkshire moors of late 18th-century England, young Heathcliff is taken in by Mr. Earnshaw at Wuthering Heights, a remote farm. He grows up with a consuming and destructive passion for his foster sister, Cathy, a love that is…

In a secluded Lebanese village, Muslims and Christians coexist peacefully despite being surrounded by landmines. As civil war erupts in the wider country, the women of the village attempt to shield their husbands from the escalating conflict. They do this…

Mark O'Brien, who uses an iron lung due to childhood polio, works as a journalist and poet. A writing project about sex and disability leads him to consider having a sexual experience. After a failed attempt with a caregiver, he…

Best friends Bebe and DeeDee are both navigating complicated love lives. Bebe is happily dating someone new, while DeeDee struggles to move on from a past relationship, often making things difficult for herself. While waiting for DeeDee at their usual…

A wealthy hedge fund manager, struggling to finalize a major business deal, makes a mistake that requires him to seek assistance from someone unexpected.

Brook, a gifted singer-songwriter, is struggling to succeed, trapped by a self-destructive pattern. He's deeply affected by his mother's death and his own emotional distance is hindering his career. His sisters and estranged father arrive to scatter his mother’s ashes,…

For the last four decades, the War on Drugs has led to 45 million arrests, turning the United States into the world's leading jailer and devastating communities both domestically and internationally. Despite this, drugs are now cheaper, purer, and more…

This documentary is a powerful investigation into the widespread issue of sexual assault within the U.S. Military. It examines the systems that enable and conceal these crimes, and explores the devastating impact on individuals and society as a whole.

Marta, a self-reliant and curious 13-year-old who spent her childhood in Switzerland, moves with her mother and sister to a city in southern Italy. She enrolls in a catechism class at a local church, hoping to learn more about her…

Two friends receive a billion dollars to create their dream film, but their vision begins to unravel as the project takes unexpected turns.

Marion and Mingus, both recovering from past heartbreak, have built a peaceful life together centered around their children. Their domestic tranquility is disrupted when Marion's father unexpectedly arrives with his flirtatious daughter and her unusual partner. The unconventional guests' behavior…

In the Austin suburbs, ten-year-old Annie spends her days causing trouble. She rides her BMX bike recklessly, throws dough at cars, and breaks things with her baseball bat. Her father, a former goat farmer now a demolition derby driver, offers…

Two people, a novelist and an accountant, meet while on a business trip. They end up spending the night together. Both are in relationships – she is married, he is seeing someone – but they feel a strong connection. This…

This film chronicles the challenges faced by Ai Weiwei, the Chinese artist renowned for his provocative art and outspoken political views, between 2008 and 2011. It follows his ascent to international recognition through online platforms, culminating in his widely reported…

Five broken cameras hold powerful stories. These cameras, found among the damaged remains of digital technology, reveal the experiences of Emad Burnat, a Palestinian farmer from the village of Bil’in. Bil’in became known for its peaceful resistance against the Israeli…

This film explores the life and work of Violeta Parra, the celebrated Chilean singer-songwriter and folklorist, through her music, personal reflections, relationships, and ambitions. It portrays both her successes and challenges, revealing Parra's artistic journey as she worked to protect…

Three friends receive an unexpected request: to be bridesmaids at the wedding of a woman they bullied during their high school years.

Hushpuppy, a spirited six-year-old, lives with her father, Wink, in a remote Delta community called 'the Bathtub'. Wink's strict upbringing prepares her for a future without his protection. When Wink falls ill with a strange disease, the natural world begins…

Following their mother's death, sisters Nicole and Annie return to their childhood home for the funeral. During a night spent in the house, they become aware of a strange presence: unexplained noises, objects shifting, and a picture of a woman…

A woman who used to be a stripper discovers she has a knack for mathematics and gets hired by a professional gambler in Las Vegas who operates a sports betting business.

Jesse Fisher, 35 and recently divorced, feels his life is lacking direction. He's dissatisfied with his job and fears he's past his prime. Despite trying to escape into reading, life keeps interrupting him. When his former college professor invites him…

Three friends from childhood put aside their differences for a girls' weekend on a secluded island in Maine. Their getaway takes a dangerous turn when a mistake forces them to fight for their lives.

Lachlan MacAldonich, a former guitarist from a 1990s rock band now working on an organic farm in Los Angeles, lives a quiet, self-destructive life. He drinks heavily and records podcasts about the deaths of famous musicians. After being arrested for…

In June 2003, the Episcopal Church in New Hampshire sparked controversy by electing Gene Robinson, an openly gay man, as a bishop – a first for the denomination. Since then, Robinson has been a central figure in the ongoing and…

Ayşe and Cemal's world feels incomplete without a child. Unable to conceive naturally, they make a desperate decision to illegally obtain a baby. This pursuit of a perfect life unravels their relationship, pushing them toward separate paths. The couple’s growing…

This film chronicles the intense experiences of video game developers as they bring their creations to life and release them to players worldwide. It’s a story about the process of making video games, fundamentally exploring the act of creative expression…

Celeste and Jesse fell in love in high school and married soon after. They share a close connection, easily understanding each other and often completing each other's thoughts. To their friends, they seem like the ideal couple – Celeste is…

Two Chicana high school students, partnered for a study project, develop a connection that leaves them feeling uncertain.

Romeo and Juliet are young actors who quickly fall in love, move in together, and have a child. Their story is one of love and building a life, like so many others. But their son, Adam, develops unusual behavior. Initially,…

On a beautiful Fourth of July, Karen is disappointed to be working as a receptionist when she receives a call from her estranged father. This unexpected contact triggers a series of events that dramatically alter life in a small town.…

During a hectic shift at a fast-food restaurant in suburban Ohio, manager Sandra takes a call from a police officer. The officer informs her that one of her employees has stolen money from a customer.

Mo, a lonely and sensitive fourteen-year-old, often gets into trouble trying to fit in with friends. He looks up to his older brother, Rashid, a charismatic figure in a local gang who earns money through drug dealing to support their…

National Geographic photographer James Balog sought to capture climate change with his camera, focusing on ice. His subsequent cover story on glaciers became the magazine's most popular in the past five years. This project, however, was just the start of…

Detroit's history reflects a key story of the United States over the past century: African Americans' Great Migration away from racial segregation, the growth of industry and a prosperous middle class, a strong connection to cars, the pursuit of the…

Does justice exist for Palestinians under Israel's legal system in the West Bank and Gaza? This documentary examines the history of Israel's military legal system in the occupied territories.

Pauline, a socially isolated teenager, develops advanced surgical skills and becomes consumed by disturbing, sexually charged fantasies involving violence.

A middle-aged man, a former music industry executive now working at a supermarket, lives a comfortable life with his wife and son. His world changes when a dynamic new boss arrives at work, bringing both opportunities and challenges. This shift…

Following the death of a patient in the hospital, a nurse's attempts to reach the family are unsuccessful. A social worker continues the search, eventually finding only the neighbor who cared for the patient's dogs. A county investigator finds no…

"The Words" centers on Rory Jansen, a young writer who achieves literary fame with what's hailed as the next great American novel. The catch? He didn't write it. As the truth about the novel's origins surfaces, Jansen must grapple with…

The Queen of Versailles is an epic story about billionaires Jackie and David Siegel and their pursuit of the American dream. The film begins with the construction of their extravagant, 90,000-square-foot mansion, modeled after the Palace of Versailles. Fueled by…

After a breakup and losing their apartment, college friends Lauren and Katie decide to move in together. They share Katie's late grandmother's NYC apartment and initially clash. However, a late-night discovery of a secret changes everything, forging a deeper bond.…

Frank, a grumpy widower, lives a solitary life centered around his daily trips to the library, where he shares a friendly connection with the librarian. His adult children, worried about him, purchase a caretaker robot. Frank is hesitant at first…

Flik, used to a comfortable life in Atlanta, is sent by his mother to spend the summer with his estranged grandfather in a Brooklyn housing project. Feeling isolated and bored, he finds his strict grandfather, Enoch, a passionate preacher, determined…

Fifteen-year-old Ellis Whitman has been raised by a unique guardian: "Goat Man," a wise, free-spirited man who lives off the land and grows marijuana. Ellis's self-centered mother and absent father have shaped his life away from mainstream society. But when…

Three magazine workers accept an assignment: interview a man who advertised in a classifieds section looking for someone to travel through time with him.

A dark presence arrives off the coast of Ireland, disturbing the peaceful fishing village of Erin Island. Fishermen disappear, followed by the discovery of whale carcasses on the shore. When murders begin, two unlikely police officers – a troubled alcoholic…

Two South Africans travel to the United States to uncover the story of Rodriguez, a little-known rock musician from the 1970s who achieved a surprising level of fame there. They aim to find out what became of him.

Masha Drokova is a promising young member of Nashi, a popular nationalistic youth organization in Russia. Driven and eager, she wholeheartedly supports Vladimir Putin's vision for a stronger Russia, and her organizational skills earn her a university scholarship, an apartment,…

Set in 1990s Belfast, a woman makes a difficult choice, compromising her principles to protect her son.

A comedian on the rise faces mounting pressure as his career hits a standstill. His relationship feels stagnant, and he's battling increasingly intense episodes of sleepwalking that he's trying to keep hidden.

Dr. Margaret Matheson, a seasoned paranormal hoax investigator, and her assistant, Tom Buckley, investigate strange occurrences, seeking to expose them as fakes. Simon Silver, a famous blind psychic who disappeared for 30 years, returns and challenges both scientific beliefs and…

Disheartened by his lack of romantic success in Denmark, a socially awkward bodybuilder travels to Thailand. He's seeking an escape from his controlling mother and hoping to find a wife.

Hidden within Jakarta's slums is a heavily guarded safe house for the world's most dangerous criminals. This dilapidated apartment building has long been considered impenetrable. Under the cover of darkness, an elite SWAT team attempts a raid to capture the…

A group of unlikely people takes on a job to break into an isolated house and steal a single, valuable VHS tape. They soon find themselves facing far more than they expected – a disturbing amount of pre-recorded footage.

Dal Lake, Kashmir's most beautiful attraction, is often overshadowed by political unrest. Gulzar, a young boatman, wants to leave with his friend for a better future, but a military curfew delays their plans. While stuck, he works with Asifa, a…