SLC Punk! is a coming-of-age drama set in 1980s Salt Lake City, following Stevo, a rebellious punk rocker grappling with the contradictions of his anti-establishment ideals. As he and his friends navigate a conservative world, Stevo begins to question whether true rebellion means rejecting society—or growing beyond it

This panel will explore self-distribution as a key strategy for filmmakers seeking to maintain creative control over their films and how to build the marketing budget and campaign that makes self-distribution a success.

Join us in celebrating Utah Film Center’s grand opening of our new location in the Marmalade District! After months of renovations to customize the building for filmmakers, educators, students, and our dedicated movie-lover audiences, we’re ready to open the doors and share this cool space with YOU!

9:00 am | Coffee, Pastries, and Mingling
9:30 am | Welcome Remarks and Ribbon Cutting
9:45 am – 2:00 pm | Open House and Tours

Twelve diverse Christian leaders find hope and fellowship at a series of boundary-breaking retreats in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Brought together by Michael Gulker of The Colossian Forum, five women and seven men struggle with some of today’s most contentious issues.

Join us on the first Thursday of each month to mix and mingle in the Artist Commons! This is an exclusive gathering for Artist Foundry members to connect with our incredible community of filmmakers.

This month’s mixer will feature a brief presentation and info session about our Fiscal Sponsorship program.

Librarians emerge as first responders in the fight for democracy and our First Amendment Rights. As they well know, controlling the flow of ideas means control over communities.

This event is presented in honor of Banned Books Week and as part of our Utah Queer Film Festival year-round programming.

Breaking Waves tells the story of Kelda Wood, a British adaptive adventurer and the first para-athlete to row solo across the Atlantic Ocean, first female para-athlete to summit Mt Aconcagua, and leader of the UK-based charity Climbing Out.

Assembly follows visionary artist Rashaad Newsome as he transforms a historic military facility into a Black queer utopia, blending art, AI, and performance. Through stunning visuals and deeply personal performances, Assembly captures the transformative power of creativity as a fractured community comes together to find strength, solidarity, and liberation.

Dennis Peron is San Francisco’s biggest pot dealer. But when the AIDS epidemic sweeps through his community, Peron realizes that marijuana is more than a good time—it’s medicine.

Join us on the first Thursday of each month to mix and mingle in the Artist Commons! This is an exclusive gathering for Artist Foundry members to connect with our incredible community of filmmakers.

For the tenacious 11-year-old Robin and her loyal band of friends ‘The Hoods’, the patch of overgrown scrubland at the end of their cul-de-sac is a magical kingdom. Sticks and bin lids have become swords and shields, drones have become majestic eagles and the hippy lady in the forest is a terrifying witch.

In the wake of the January 6 Capitol riot, Republican Congressman Adam Kinzinger teams up with Hollywood director Steve Pink, a fan of Pink’s film Hot Tub Time Machine, to shed light on the events and hold those responsible accountable.

This season’s Business of Filmmaking Workshop series will be a comprehensive look at the business aspects of making your film from setting up your film as a business to managing and allocating your budget to preparing for production, providing you with the resources to create an effective infrastructure and make your project a success. More details coming soon.

The first line of every Armenian fairy tale, THERE WAS, THERE WAS NOT tells the collective myth of a homeland lost forever — and four women’s resistance to that loss.

Join us on the first Thursday of each month to mix and mingle in the Artist Commons! This is an exclusive gathering for Artist Foundry members to connect with our incredible community of filmmakers.

An eight-year-old troublemaker, mistakenly left home alone, must defend his home against a pair of burglars on Christmas Eve.

This season’s Business of Filmmaking Workshop series will be a comprehensive look at the business aspects of making your film from setting up your film as a business to managing and allocating your budget to preparing for production providing you with the resources to create an effective infrastructure and make your project a success. More details coming soon.

Beyond the Mix showcases a diverse array of genres and influences, highlighting the global reach of contemporary music. The cast reflects this diversity, with seasoned professionals and fresh talent sharing their unique perspectives on the industry.

Civil rights lawyer Chase Strangio’s courtroom battles against anti-trans laws intertwine with exposing media narratives impacting public perception of transgender rights.

The Artist Foundry presents a special evening of short films at Utah Film Center. The program will feature a screening of short films by local filmmakers and a moderated Q&A. More details coming soon.

This season’s Business of Filmmaking Workshop series will be a comprehensive look at the business aspects of making your film from setting up your film as a business to managing and allocating your budget to preparing for production providing you with the resources to create an effective infrastructure and make your project a success. More details coming soon.