On May 22nd, the Artist Foundry will invite selected filmmakers to pitch their projects to a panel of industry experts and in front of a live audience. We will award prizes for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place pitches and even have an open mic for elevator pitches. Whether you’re a filmmaker or a film supporter, come join the fun!

Join Outdoor Auntie, Utah Film Center’s Black Bold & Brilliant program, and Tracy Aviary for the 2025 Wild & Scenic Film Festival on Friday, June 13th! We are in our fourth year of creating an inclusive space dedicated to supporting Black, Indigenous, People of Color, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ communities thriving in Utah’s landscapes. Alcohol for sale, 21+ only, must have ID on hand.

In this virtual workshop, join Filmmaker & Seed&Spark’s Marketing Director Sav Rodgers to learn how crowdfunding can not only get your project off the ground — it can help you build a sustainable film career through a direct connection with your audience.

A wondrous journey, through realms natural and mystical, Flow follows a courageous cat after his home is devastated by a great flood. Teaming up with a capybara, a lemur, a bird, and a dog to navigate a boat in search of dry land, they must rely on trust, courage, and wits to survive the perils of a newly aquatic planet.

In this virtual workshop, join Filmmaker & Seed&Spark’s Marketing Director Sav Rodgers to learn about how to build a budget, utilize loans, navigate the ask, break down your script, and find creative ways to cut costs without sacrificing your vision.

The Apollo, directed by Oscar® and Emmy® winner Roger Ross Williams, chronicles the legacy of New York City’s landmark Apollo Theater, covering the rich history of the storied performance space over its 85 years. What began as a refuge for marginalized artists emerged as a hallowed hall of Black excellence and empowerment.

On a quest to deliver a pie, three rascal children embark on a woodland odyssey to battle a witch, outwit a huntsman, befriend a fairy, and become best friends forever in this charming debut from directing sensation Weston Razooli.

In the summer of 1979, disco had taken over the world. For the first time, Black, gay, and female artists were dominating the charts. But a backlash was brewing. In July, nearly 50,000 teenagers descended on Chicago’s Comiskey Park for “Disco Demolition Night,” where they destroyed records made by mostly Black artists. Many say that the birth of house music comes from this fateful evening.