Skip to content
Utah Film Festival

Utah Film Festival

cropped-cropped-ff-Banner.jpg
Primary Menu Utah Film Festival

Utah Film Festival

  • About Us
    • Meet our 2027 Jury
    • Nominees & Winners
      • 2026 Winners + Nominees
      • 2025 Winners & Nominees
      • 2024 Winners + Nominees
      • 2023 Winners & Nominees
      • 2022 Winners + Nominees
      • 2021 Winners + Nominees
      • 2020 Winners & Nominees
      • 2019 Winners + Nominees
      • 2018 Winners + Nominees
      • 2017 Winners + Nominees
      • 2016 Winners
      • 2015 Winners
      • 2014 Winners
      • 2013 Winners
      • 2012 Winners
    • Rural Film Screenings
    • Sponsorship Opportunities
  • Recent Newsletters
Latest News
Best Free & Cheap Screenwriting Software Best Free & Cheap Screenwriting Software 4 Awesome Apps to Make Your First Movie 4 Awesome Apps to Make Your First Movie How to Get Your Film Selected at UIFF How to Get Your Film Selected at UIFF How to Perfect Your Film Pitch How to Perfect Your Film Pitch How to Make Your First Short Film: A Step-by-Step Guide How to Make Your First Short Film: A Step-by-Step Guide

Festival News

standing ovation
  • Festival News

And the Winners are…

January 8, 2026 0
IMG_6431
  • Festival News

Bring the Movies to Your Town

August 27, 2025 0

Testimonials

Conrad-and-Students.webp
  • Testimonials

Filmmaker – Conrad Paur

January 8, 2026 0
Emily-Rasmuss.webp
  • Testimonials

Filmmaker – Emily Rasmuss

January 8, 2026 0

Featured

John Lyde on the set of Love Swap
1
  • Featured
  • Filmmaker Interviews
  • News

Filmmaking with Friends: On the set with Director John Lyde

9mgUGrfHlWFNNpHy0c4P--3--c7c12
2
  • Featured
  • News

65 Story Prompts For Your Next Film

monument valley
3
  • Featured
  • News

Exploring Utah’s Enchanting Filming Locations: A Cinematic Journey

Pioneertown
4
  • Featured
  • News

Abandoned Western Movie Sets

Napoleon Dynamite
5
  • Featured
  • News

The Top 20 Most Financially Successful Independent Films of All Time

karl
  • Filmmaker Interviews

Karl Danielson

October 6, 2022 0

Talking with Karl Danielson Biggest projects in last 12 months: A commercial in the Olympic Rainforest for ASUS, a commercial...

Read More
wb thumb2
  • News

Water Babies Teaser Drops

October 1, 2022 0

The trailer for the new horror film Water Babies dropped today. Water Babies stars Kenna Denali and Spencer Jarman. Both...

Read More
Thom
  • Filmmaker Interviews

Thom Rockwell

September 30, 2022 0

Talking with Thom Rockwell . Biggest projects in last 12 months: I was lucky enough to get to play a...

Read More
IMG_6735.00_03_22_19.Still001
  • News

What’s Happening in Utah’s Film Scene?

September 29, 2022 0

Warren Workman of the Utah Film Festival was recently on ABC4 Utah to discuss the festival on October 1st. Catch...

Read More
brittne
  • Filmmaker Interviews

Brittney Souther

September 26, 2022 0

Talking with Brittney Souther . Biggest projects in last 12 months: The Anniversary Inn commercial was the first time I...

Read More
speed networking thumb2
  • News

Speed Networking October 6th

September 25, 2022 0

The Utah Film Festival invites you to our FREE Speed Networking event at the Valley Fair Mall Megaplex theater on...

Read More
Robert Ulrich
  • Film Reviews

Casting Director Robert Ulrich at the Utah Film Festival

September 22, 2022 0

Casting director Robert J. Ulrich is scheduled to participate in the ASK A CASTING DIRECTOR panel at the Utah Film...

Read More
hannah
  • Filmmaker Interviews

Hannah Greene-Gretzinger

September 21, 2022 0

Talking with Hannah Greene-Gretzinger Biggest projects in last 12 months: The Tru Earth commercial that I helped produce for FunnySalesVideos...

Read More
maxresdefault1
  • Filmmaker Interviews

My First Speaking Role

September 21, 2022 0

Starting out many actors first experience on set is as an "Extra". Through several auditions these actors try out for...

Read More
It Is Clean - Still Frame with Jade Gottfredson & Paul Cartwright
  • News

“IT IS CLEAN” wraps principle photography

September 20, 2022 0

IT IS CLEAN is a short thriller written by award-winning actor and first-time director Paul Cartwright. It stars Ethan Kartchner...

Read More
water babies still 1
  • News

Water babies wraps production

September 19, 2022 0

Water Babies has officially wrapped principle photography. The horror film Water Babies is follows Lizzy and Jake who desperately wish...

Read More
film crew union
  • Featured
  • News
  • Trending

What are Union film crew rates?

September 19, 2022 0

The upfront cost of hiring an experienced professional may appear to be excessive to those uninitiated in the cost of...

Read More
accepting submissions
  • News

Enter the Utah Film Festival NOW – and use this sweet discount!

September 18, 2022 0

With the prices of everything going up, wouldn't it be nice if you could actually get something for less money?...

Read More
swimming
  • Screenplay Reviews

Screenplay Review

September 18, 2022 0

Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass, it's about learning to dance in the rain. And in A.J...

Read More
mat Santos
  • Filmmaker Interviews

Mat Santos

September 17, 2022 0

Talking with Mat Santos Biggest projects in last 12 months: Select Health, Delta Airlines, Disney, Purple Mattress, GE Healthcare Favorite...

Read More
tresspasers
  • News

October Short Screenings Announced!

September 16, 2022 0

The short film screenings for October 1st have been announced! Checkout the films HERE The filmmakers are planning to be...

Read More
digi22-lovesportrait-landscape-772x570
  • News

Utah and Ireland combine to make a beautiful Hallmark movie

September 16, 2022 0

Cook up a fresh bowl of popcorn and settle in for a new romantic tale shot in Ireland and Utah!...

Read More
lateace
  • News

UFF alumni’s latest movie premieres on Lifetime

September 15, 2022 0

UFF alumni LaTeace Towns-Cuellar stars as Detective Leanore Tucci in the new Lifetime movie Who Killed my Sister. Who Killed...

Read More
Kenna Denali - Manly Bands copy
  • News

Kenna Denali makes new deal with Manly Bands

September 14, 2022 0

Kenna Denali has signed on with Manly Bands, the worlds leader in men's wedding rings to appear in several videos. Denali has...

Read More
maxresdefault
  • Filmmaker Interviews

What are your filmmaking goals?

September 14, 2022 0

Dave Martinez, Spencer Jarman , Kenna Denali and Warren Workman discuss the top 4 goals for the Utah Filmmakers Facebook...

Read More
Christian quote
  • News

“Fire Your Agent” – Advice from the panel

September 14, 2022 0

Christian Busath was on the September 3rd panel at the Utah Film Festival. He had this to say following the...

Read More

Posts pagination

Previous 1 … 44 45 46 47 48 Next

Welcome to the 16th Annual Utah International Film Festival, Utah’s premier film festival celebrating international independent cinema.

We like to have fun with words, but the Utah International Film Festival (UIFF) is serious about one thing—celebrating cinema that makes an impact. Our mission has always been to Inspire, Create, and Innovate, but most of all, to connect filmmakers from around the world in one unforgettable experience.

From the moment your film is selected, you’re part of a community that genuinely cares. Filmmakers, screenwriters, and actors gather here not just to showcase their work, but to share ideas, form partnerships, and grow together.

🎬 “It was such a great experience to screen my film So Much for Solidarity at UIFF! The festival was so well-organized, people were very friendly, and Dora and Warren are such excellent hosts. I had a blast meeting other filmmakers and attending the various panels and networking events.” — Alexandra Christensen

✨ “Premiering my feature film at the Utah International Film Festival was an unforgettable experience. The team worked hard to keep things running smoothly, and Dora personally responded to my questions—which made the process even better. What really stood out was how they brought together such a diverse group of industry professionals. It was inspiring to connect with so many talented people.” — Spencer Fackrell

📜 “I absolutely LOVED attending the Utah International Film Festival. My short script Delphy was there, and it was so wonderful how much they celebrated screenwriters. The table reads, panels, and networking events made it such a special experience. Dora and Warren put so much love, dedication, and passion into the festival—it truly shows!” — Lea Pfandler

Filmmakers who attend UIFF walk away with new friendships, career opportunities, and the kind of recognition that lasts. Whether you’re premiering your first film or your tenth, UIFF is a place where every storyteller feels at home.

At UIFF, the fun doesn’t stop at the theater doors:
🎭 Workshops & Panels
📜 Screenplay Competitions
🍳 Filmmakers’ Breakfast
🎤 PitchTank
🏆 Awards Show & VIP Dinner and so much more.

⭐️ “As a filmmaker, I couldn’t be more grateful for the experience. From selection to screening, the festival team showed incredible enthusiasm and support. The panels, including PitchTank, were well-organized and full of valuable insights. Winning Best Music Score for ARTIFEX made it all the more unforgettable.” — Alan Lucchetti

From humble beginnings in 2010 to now hosting filmmakers from across the globe, UIFF has become one of Utah’s most dynamic and filmmaker-focused festivals. Our alumni have gone on to earn major industry recognition—including Academy Award nominations and a win for I’m Not a Robot – Best Live Action Short Film.

Over the years, the festival has also featured icons like Taylor Sheridan (Yellowstone), Lily Gladstone (Killers of the Flower Moon), Danny Trejo (Machete), Danny Glover (Lethal Weapon), and Margaret Cho (The L Word).

But the real magic happens in the moments between screenings—the conversations, the laughs, and the friendships formed over the 5 days.

💡 “It was my first time attending a film festival, and the entire event was amazing. I felt so welcomed, met lots of incredibly talented people, and learned valuable skills that will help me move forward in my screenwriting career.” — Cari Stewart

🎞 “Brilliant festival run by a brilliant team. They really care about all the participants and make the whole festival a great experience.” — Michael Winter

Your film belongs at UIFF.
Your voice deserves to be heard.
And we can’t wait to celebrate it with you.

Contact us

Info@UtahFilmFestival.com

Utah International Film Festival | CoverNews by AF themes.