
Announcing our 2025 Utah Queer Film Festival Dates and Festival Programming Director
We’re excited to announce that Cat Palmer will return as Festival Director for the 2025 Utah Queer Film Festival (formerly known as Damn These Heels), taking place October 24–26, 2025,

Tax Bill Advocacy Alert
Dear Friends and Supporters, A budget and tax bill is quickly making its way through the United States Congress. As a supporter of arts & cultural nonprofits, we believe it

Public Media Matters
Dear Utah Film Center community, Utah Film Center was founded on the principle that sharing our stories fosters connection, deepens understanding, and inspires collaboration for the common good. Public media

Tumbleweeds Film Festival for Kids is the Perfect Family Event this Spring
This year’s festival returns on April 26, 2025 with workshops, free films, special guests, and more! Tickets are on sale now. We’re excited to announce the return of the highly

Recognizing The Loss Of Sundance Film Festival in Utah, Utah Film Center Affirms Commitment to Utah Artists and Audiences
After the recent announcement that Sundance Film Festival is moving to Boulder, Colorado, Utah Film Center reaffirmed their commitment to serving Utahns with high-quality film exhibition, education, and filmmaker support. ”Utah is built into our name. Our film exhibition, film festivals, and youth and family education programs are focused on Utah audiences, and our filmmaker programs are dedicated to collaborating within the Utah film ecosystem. Utah Film Center remains focused on championing independent cinema in Utah,” explained Mariah Mellus, executive director of Utah Film Center.

PITCH COMPETITION APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
On May 22nd from 5:30-9:00pm at the Salt Lake City Public Library, selected filmmakers are invited to pitch to a panel of industry experts and receive feedback in front of a live