Day Four of the 2026 Sundance Film Festival brought another full slate of premieres, packed theaters, and lively conversations to Park City, proving once again that this year’s Festival is firing on all cylinders.

Three days into the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, Park City feels fully alive. The streets are packed, the lines are long, and every corner hums with conversation as filmmakers, talent, and festivalgoers move from screenings to panels to late-night conversations that stretch well past midnight.

Day Two of the 2026 Sundance Film Festival unfolded with unmistakable momentum, as Park City leaned fully into its role as the epicenter of independent film, pop culture, and creative collision.

Edward James Olmos, Luis Valdez, Lou Diamond Phillips and Lupe Valdez attend the premiere of American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez by David Alvarado, an official selection of the 2026 Sundance Film Festival. © 2026 Sundance Institute | photo by Stephanie Dunn. The highly anticipated 2026 Sundance Film Festival  officially launched on Thursday, January 22 , setting the tone for ten days of bold storytelling, fresh perspectives, and unforgettable cinematic moments. From p

As the Sundance Film Festival officially gets underway, the tone at the 2026 Sundance Institute Press Welcome Event.

Whether he’s commanding a stage, stepping into a character on screen, or standing tall in the wrestling ring with a championship belt over his shoulder, Sale Taylor approaches every opportunity with gratitude, grit, and an unmistakable sense of purpose.

One of my favorite parts of reviewing theater is walking in completely blind and allowing the show to unfold without expectations.

Melvin Gray Jr. talks about his experience playing The King in Pop in the award-nominated musical MJ the Musical coming to Popejoy Hall on December 10-14.