IndieWire’s Sundance 2017 Portrait Studio: Our Favorite Shots of the People Who Shaped This Year’s Festival

From film to TV, our exclusive photos of the artists, performers and storytellers who helped make Sundance 2017 one to remember.

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‘Step’ Review: This Dance Documentary Uplifts The Girls, But Is a Better Story About Community — Sundance 2017

A story of present-day Baltimore, told through the eyes of three young women who aspire for more.

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‘Chasing Coral’ Review: Gorgeous Underwater Exploration is ‘The War Room’ for Environmental Advocacy Docs — Sundance 2017

Jeff Orlowski's latest chronicle of climate-based danger gives a human angle to the fight (and consequences of failure) to protect underwater reefs.

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Jordan Peele on Putting the ‘Monster of Racism’ Onscreen for Horror Debut ‘Get Out’

The comedian cited "The Stepford Wives" as inspiration for his social commentary thriller in a Q & A after a secret Sundance screening.

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‘L.A. Times’ Review: An Occasionally Funny Riff on Frustrated (and Frustrating) Angelenos – Sundance 2017

This hit-or-miss collection of L.A.-based, thirtysomething anxiety sketches feels thin, but shows hints of promise.

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Sundance 2017: 10 Reasons Why This Year’s Festival Is Essential for Queer Cinema

The queer films, filmmakers, and talent everyone will be talking about in 2017.

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Berlin Film Festival Adds ‘Golden Exits’ and ‘Menashe’ to 2017 Line-Up

The 2017 Berlin Film Festival announced 43 movies playing its Forum section, including 29 world premieres and 10 international premieres.

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SXSW 2017: Music Festival Adds 500 Artists to Lineup

The music portion of the festival runs from March 13 to 19 in Austin, TX.

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Berlinale 2017 Will Premiere ‘Logan,’ ‘Trainspotting: T2,’ and Hong Sangsoo’s Latest

Volker Schlondorff's "Return to Montauk" will also play the Berlin festival.

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