Events

Utah proud and Utah loud. These short films by local filmmakers highlight the rapidly increasing queer community in our state.

A Long Way From Heaven tells the story of Brigham Young University’s queer underground, demanding their place in the sunlight.

This workshop is designed for writers at all levels who are passionate about telling queer stories through a narrative lens. Participants will learn the essentials of screenwriting, guiding them in turning an initial story idea into a professionally-developed script.

In this workshop participants will explore ways to make films centered around their own personal queer stories. We will explore the power of personal filmmaking for both the filmmaker and the viewer, how to develop your own story into an outline or script, and the technical aspects of filming yourself.

An in-person craft-focused conversation with the filmmaker, Alexandria Bombach, director of “Indigo Girls: It’s Only Life After All” – the centerpiece film at the Utah Queer Film Festival.

This workshop will focus on TV pilot/series, short films, and low budget features (under $1 million) including how to set up your business entity, build your finance plan, create a budget, and standard crew rates. There will also be time for direct support on individual projects.

The Artist Foundry presents a special evening of episodic work at Edison House featuring a screening of episodes by local Utah filmmakers and a moderated Q&A with the filmmakers and TV writer/producers, Jason Faller and Kynan Griffin.

An in-person craft-focused conversation with the director of the recent music documentary, Takin’ Care of Business, Tyler Measom. Together, we will discuss the current landscape of mainstream documentary filmmaking.

When an unlikely duo discovers a pattern of illegal sterilizations in women’s prisons, they wage a near impossible battle against the Department of Corrections.

Featuring a Q&A moderated by Artist Foundry Manager, Amanda Madden, and the film’s director, Erika Cohn.

Dive into the cutting-edge world of Gen AI video technology, explore its groundbreaking impact on the industry, and experience hands-on sessions with top AI platforms.