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Utah Filmmaker Showcase: Alien Country
Jimmy and Everly just discovered that they’re pregnant and accidentally opened a portal to another planet, unleashing biologically engineered aliens upon the town of “Blue River.” It’s now up to these small town lovers to fight the invasion, or their home, planet and relationship will be annihilated.
Artist Foundry, Utah Filmmaker Showcase
Wed, April 2, 2025 at 7:00 pm
In Person | The City Library

Join or Die
*UTAH PREMIERE* Join or Die is a film about why you should join a club — and why the fate of America depends on it.
Through the Lens
Wed, April 9, 2025 at 7:00 pm
In Person | The City Library

Meet the Artist: Rebecca Davis (Join or Die)
An in-person craft-focused conversation with the director of the recent documentary, Join or Die, Rebecca Davis. Together, we will discuss the unique questions her film poses and specifically explore the research process for documentary filmmaking.
Artist Foundry Meet the Artist
Thu, April 10, 2025 at 6:00 pm
In Person | Utah Film Center

PITCH COMPETITION APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
On May 22nd from 5:30-9:00pm at the Salt Lake City Public Library, 8 selected filmmakers are invited to pitch to a panel of industry experts and receive feedback in front of a live audience. We will award prizes for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place pitches. To submit a pitch for consideration, please apply by April 18th.
Artist Foundry Competition
Fri, April 18, 2025 at 11:59 pm
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The Quilt: A Living History of African American Music
Aunt Cynthia, a music history buff, helps her niece Lauren learn about the music genres that were born and formed by African American history and culture.
Black, Bold & Brilliant, Tumbleweeds
Sat, April 26, 2025 at 1:00 pm
In Person | Viridian Event Center

2025 Artist Foundry Pitch Competition
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!
Artist Foundry Competition
Thu, May 22, 2025 at 6:00 pm
In Person | The City Library