The 2024 Sundance Film Festival has wrapped, leaving a trail of buzzworthy films and freshly minted stars in its wake. But as the dust settles, all eyes turn to the winners – lauded by juries and audiences alike. So, who emerged victorious from this year’s fest? Let’s dive into the breaking news.

2024 Sundance Winners

U.S. Dramatic Grand Jury Prize: “In the Summers” by Alessandra Lacorazza

A poignant family drama set against the sun-drenched backdrop of New Mexico, “In the Summers” captivated the U.S. Dramatic jury with its exploration of relationships and the enduring power of love. Lacorazza, in her directorial debut, also snagged the Directing Award, cementing her status as a talent to watch.

U.S. Documentary Grand Jury Prize: “Porcelain War” by Brendan Bellomo and Slava Leontyev.

A doc that takes a unique and intimate look at the ongoing war in Ukraine through the eyes of three artists: Slava Leontyev, Anya Stasenko, and Andrey Stefanov.

World Cinema Dramatic Grand Jury Prize: Sujo” by Astrid Rondero and Fernanda Valadez.

Jurors noted the filmmakers vision, originality and power, aided by extraordinary cinematography that “captured a lyrical intensity of darkness, nature and aspiration.

“World Cinema Documentary Grand Jury Prize: “A New Kind of Wilderness” by Silje Evensmo Jacobsen.

A film that follows a family living an off-the-grid life in the remote wilderness. Noted for its skillful editing and beautifully filmed and scored doc that provides intimate access inside a very special family. 

Beyond the Grand Prizes:

Of course, Sundance is about more than just the top awards. Numerous other films and filmmakers garnered recognition, including:

“Daughters” by Angela Patton and Natalie Rae: Audience Award for U.S. Documentary

“A Real Pain” by Jesse Eisenberg: Waldo Salt Screenwriting Award

“Kneecap” by Rich Peppiatt: The Audience Award: NEXT

This is just a taste of the filmmaking talent and their stories that graced the screens at Sundance 2024.

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