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Artist Foundry Pitch Panel
This Pitch Panel will host local filmmakers and pitch experts who will illuminate best practices for effectively pitching your film in order to gain resources, funding, and support for your project. We will explore best practices, do’s and don’ts of pitching, and hear and see examples from these seasoned producers and directors.
Artist Foundry Panel
Sat, March 22, 2025 at 11:00 am
In Person | Utah Film Center

Artist Foundry Pitch Workshop
Do you have a great film concept that you are seeking funding and resources for? It all begins with a pitch. This Pitch Workshop will help you create an effective pitch and empower you to pitch your film with confidence.
Artist Foundry Workshop
Sat, March 22, 2025 at 1:00 pm
In Person | Utah Film Center

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

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