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| Formation | 1981 |
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| Founder | Robert Redford |
| Type | Non-profit |
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| Fields | Film, filmmaking, independent film |
Official language | English |
| Website | www |
Sundance Institute is a non-profit organization founded by actor Robert Redford committed to the growth of independent artists. The institute is driven by its programs that discover and support independent filmmakers, theatre artists and composers from all over the world. At the core of the programs is the goal to introduce audiences to the artists' new work, aided by the institute's labs, granting and mentorship programs that take place throughout the year in the United States and internationally.[1]
The institute has offices in Park City, Los Angeles, and New York City, and provides creative and financial support to emerging and aspiring filmmakers, directors, producers, film composers, screenwriters, playwrights and theatre artists through a series of Labs and fellowships. The programs of Sundance Institute include the Sundance Film Festival, which is critically acclaimed. It promotes independent filmmakers, storytellers, and composers.
- ^ Barnes, Brooks (28 July 2015). "The New York Times". Archived from the original on 2017-07-29. Retrieved 2017-03-03.