Sundance 2024: Diverse Stories Spanning 133 Films to Discover
133 titles
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PresenceMovie · 2025 · 84m · Horror, Thriller, DramaA family relocates to a typical suburban house, but unsettling occurrences lead them to suspect a hidden presence within the home. This unseen entity threatens to drastically alter their lives.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.1 - 102
Good OneMovie · 2024 · 90m · DramaDuring a weekend backpacking trip in the Catskills, seventeen-year-old Sam navigates the clashing personalities of her father and his longtime friend.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.7 - 103
Love Lies BleedingMovie · 2024 · 104m · Crime, Romance, ThrillerLou, a withdrawn gym manager, falls for Jackie, a determined bodybuilder on her way to Las Vegas to achieve her ambitions. Their relationship escalates into violence, drawing them into the dangerous world of Lou's criminal family.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.6 - 104
Sasquatch SunsetMovie · 2024 · 89m · Fantasy, ComedyIn the North American wilderness, a family of Sasquatches—possibly the last of their kind—undergo an absurd, epic, funny, and moving year-long adventure. These shaggy, proud creatures struggle to survive as they encounter the evolving human world.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.7 - 105
Out of My MindMovie · 2024 · 107m · Drama, FamilyMelody Brooks, a sixth grader with cerebral palsy, is bright and articulate, but her non-verbal communication and wheelchair use limit her access to the same opportunities as her peers. A dedicated teacher recognizes Melody's potential, and she begins participating in regular classes. Melody demonstrates that her voice matters, regardless of how she expresses herself.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.8 - 106
MermanMovie · 2023 · 10mThis film follows a 58-year-old Black man who identifies as queer and works as an emergency nurse. He shares his experiences as a leather community member and his work as a civil rights activist, offering a glimpse into his life.IMDb 7.0 - 107
Girls Will Be GirlsMovie · 2024 · 119m · Drama, RomanceAt a secluded boarding school in the Himalayas, sixteen-year-old Mira experiences her first feelings of attraction and love. However, her burgeoning sexuality and independence are challenged by her mother, who was denied the freedom to explore her own desires.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.1 - 108
NocturnesMovie · 2024 · 82mDeep in the Eastern Himalayas' forests, moths seem to be communicating a hidden message. Two inquisitive individuals explore this secret world at night, shedding light on the mystery.IMDb 6.9TMDB 8.0 - 109
Ama GloriaMovie · 2023 · 84m · DramaCleo, a six-year-old girl with nearsighted eyes, has been deeply in love with Gloria, her nanny, since she was born. When Gloria receives an urgent call to return to Cape Verde to care for her young children, Cleo pleads with her for one last meeting. Gloria agrees and invites Cleo to spend the summer vacation on the island with her. It will be a final summer together, within Gloria's family, before they have to say goodbye.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.8 - 110
Essex GirlsMovie · 2023 · 15mFollowing an event at her high school, Bisola, nicknamed "Essex Girl," connects with the only other Black girl in her grade and begins exploring a different part of her identity.IMDb 6.9 - 111
War GameMovie · 2024 · 94m · DocumentaryDuring a simulated crisis following a disputed presidential election, a diverse group of American defense, intelligence, and political leaders – representing five different administrations – engage in an unscripted exercise. They must address a scenario involving a political coup orchestrated by rogue military personnel.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.2 - 112
Didn't Think I'd See You HereMovie · 2023 · 13mRory believes his shower is haunted and sets out to discover why. However, his investigation takes a turn when he meets someone at a party and begins to understand the source of the ghostly presence.IMDb 6.6 - 113
Shé (Snake)Movie · 2023 · 15mFei is the star violinist of a prestigious London youth orchestra. The arrival of a talented Chinese violinist threatens Fei's position, triggering her anxieties and internalized racism, which manifest as terrifying physical hallucinations. These hallucinations relentlessly push her to strive for perfection, regardless of the personal toll.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.9 - 114
Bye Bye, BowserMovie · 2023 · 20mFeeling ignored by her artistic friends, Luna expresses herself by writing a punk song about Laugo, the construction worker who lives next door. The story explores whether the differences between Luna's privileged world and Laugo's working-class life will ultimately destroy their relationship.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.0 - 115
The American Society of Magical NegroesMovie · 2024 · 105m · Fantasy, ComedyAren, a young man, is recruited into a hidden society of Black people with magical abilities. This society is devoted to a singular purpose: improving the lives of white people.IMDb 3.9TMDB 4.8 - 116
I Saw the TV GlowMovie · 2024 · 100m · Drama, HorrorOwen, a teenager navigating suburban life, encounters a strange television program through his classmate Maddy. The show presents a glimpse into a hidden, supernatural realm existing alongside their own. Watching it, Owen's perception of reality starts to unravel.IMDb 5.8TMDB 6.1 - 117
The HeartMovie · 2023 · 17mAfter a disagreement over groceries and a peculiar request in her will, a solitary man mourns his mother's passing.IMDb 5.1 - 118
Bold EagleMovie · 2022 · 16mConfined to his house with a talking cat, BOLD finds himself drawn to a group of enigmatic men. Together, they journey into the depths of the internet, searching for happiness. Amidst the complexities of technology and social media, BOLD questions his purpose. Will he find the courage to pursue his dreams?IMDb 5.2TMDB 1.0 - 119
FlailMovie · 2023 · 13mAllie is making a special effort to celebrate her boss's birthday.IMDb 6.1TMDB 9.0 - 120
SuncoastMovie · 2024 · 109m · Drama, ComedyA teenager balances caring for her brother and her unconventional mother while forming an unexpected bond with a quirky activist. He's protesting a highly significant medical case.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.7 - 121
Exhibiting ForgivenessMovie · 2024 · 117m · DramaA Black artist on the rise has his life disrupted when his estranged father, a recovering addict seeking reconciliation, unexpectedly appears. Their attempts to reconnect become fraught with difficulty, forcing them both to confront the past and realize that forgiveness is harder than forgetting.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.4 - 122
LarryMovie · 2023 · 4mTakeshi Murata and Christopher Rutledge explore the contrast between polished CGI and chaotic digital glitches in *Larry*. The film follows Larry, a sad-eyed dog who is a ballet dancer, as he experiences a series of increasingly strange and messy situations. Set to energetic electronic music, these scenes are a playful look at form and movement. Larry repeatedly jumps, duplicates himself, gets covered in fluids, and transforms into digital mess.TMDB 10.0 - 123
The Mother of All LiesMovie · 2024 · 96mA young Moroccan filmmaker builds a replica of her Casablanca neighborhood and gathers family and friends to reveal the hidden truths behind her upbringing.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.0 - 124
KneecapMovie · 2024 · 105m · Music, Comedy, DramaBelfast teacher JJ's life changes when he meets Naoise and Liam Óg, two men who describe themselves as outsiders. Together, they form a unique hip-hop group, using their music in Irish to spark a movement aimed at preserving the language.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.3 - 125
27Movie · 2025 · 11mToday, Alice turns 27. Feeling stifled, she remains living with her parents, often retreating into fantasy to escape her monotonous life. Following a wild party on a factory rooftop, she suffers a severe bicycle accident while intoxicated. Will this event finally inspire her to embrace adulthood?IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.9 - 126
SebastianMovie · 2024 · 110m · DramaMax, a 25-year-old freelance writer in London, is making a name for himself in the city's arts scene. But at night, he lives a double life as Sebastian, a sex worker he connects with through an online platform. Max draws on his experiences as Sebastian to write, and his long-awaited first novel is finally within reach.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.4 - 127
A Different ManMovie · 2024 · 112m · Comedy, DramaEdward, an aspiring actor, undergoes a drastic medical procedure to change his looks. However, his altered appearance backfires when he misses out on a crucial role. Consumed by obsession, he becomes determined to get back what he lost.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.9 - 128
Handling the UndeadMovie · 2024 · 98m · Horror, Drama, MysteryIn Oslo, a sweltering summer day takes a bizarre turn when the dead begin to reappear. Three families are upended as their deceased relatives return. The families grapple with the sudden comings back of their loved ones, questioning their identities and motives.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.9 - 129
How to Have SexMovie · 2023 · 91m · DramaThree British teenagers embark on a summer holiday meant to be unforgettable: filled with drinking, clubs, and new experiences. It's supposed to be the best summer of their lives.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.2 - 130
Kidnapping Inc.Movie · 2025 · 107mIn Haiti, a wealthy presidential candidate's son is kidnapped. Two small-time criminals, Doc and Zoe, are hired to deliver him to their boss. While being pursued by a hitman, Zoe accidentally kills the hostage. Desperate, Doc and Zoe encounter Patrick and his pregnant wife Laura, who bear a striking resemblance to the senator’s deceased son. They decide to kidnap the couple and impersonate the candidate's son.IMDb 5.7TMDB 7.8 - 131
UnionMovie · 2024 · 102mFacing a global giant, a team of Amazon employees in Staten Island, New York, launch an unusual effort to form a union at their warehouse.IMDb 7.1TMDB 8.0 - 132
Gaucho GauchoMovie · 2024 · 85mThis film explores the lives of Gauchos, a close-knit community of cowboys and cowgirls who live outside of modern society in the Argentine countryside. It's a portrait of their unique way of life.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.8 - 133
PonyboiMovie · 2025 · 103mOn Valentine's Day in New Jersey, a young intersex sex worker is forced to flee from the mob when a drug deal goes wrong. The situation compels him to face his history.IMDb 5.8TMDB 7.0
