Sundance 2024: Heartfelt Stories of Love and Relationships
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Dìdi (弟弟)Movie · 2024 · 94m · Comedy, DramaIn the summer of 2008, a sensitive 13-year-old Taiwanese American boy on the cusp of high school discovers life lessons his family hasn't imparted: he learns to skateboard, navigates his first crush, and understands the depth of his mother's love.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2 - 2
GhostlightMovie · 2024 · 115m · Comedy, DramaA construction worker unexpectedly joins his local theater's production of Romeo and Juliet with his estranged teenage daughter, and the drama on stage begins to reflect their own lives.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.1 - 3
Love MeMovie · 2025 · 92m · Romance, Drama, Science FictionBillions of years after humanity vanishes, a buoy and a satellite connect online. As they share information about Earth's past, they begin to understand life, and discover their own sense of being and love.IMDb 5.1TMDB 6.3 - 4
Stress PositionsMovie · 2024 · 95m · ComedyTerry Goon is in strict quarantine at his ex-husband's Brooklyn brownstone, looking after his nephew, Bahlul. Bahlul, a 19-year-old model from Morocco, is bedridden with a full leg cast after an electric scooter accident. Terry's isolation is complicated by the fact that everyone in his life wants to meet the model.IMDb 5.0TMDB 5.9 - 5
Love MachinaMovie · 2024 · 91mMartine and Bina Rothblatt, a couple with a deep connection, create a sophisticated humanoid AI called Bina48. Their goal is to transfer Bina's consciousness into the robot, hoping to preserve their relationship indefinitely.IMDb 6.9 - 6
QueensMovie · 2024 · 104mIn the summer of 1992, amidst social and political turmoil in Lima, Peru, Lucia, Aurora, and their mother, Elena, plan to emigrate to the United States for a better future. Before they leave, they reunite with their estranged father, Carlos, which complicates their feelings of regret, hope, and apprehension about starting over.IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.2 - 7
The MoogaiMovie · 2024 · 84m · Horror, MysteryA young Aboriginal couple welcomes their second child. Their happiness turns to fear when the mother begins to see a harmful spirit she believes is trying to steal her baby.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.9 - 8
Seeking Mavis BeaconMovie · 2024 · 102mThe popular typing software Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing, known worldwide, gained prominence with its Haitian-born cover model who disappeared many years ago. Now, two amateur investigators begin searching for the model, exploring themes of identity and artificial intelligence.IMDb 5.6TMDB 3.0 - 9
In the Land of BrothersMovie · 2024 · 95m · DramaFleeing Afghanistan, three members of a large family seek refuge in Iran, believing they've found a fresh start. They are unprepared for the decades of hardship that lie ahead as they fight to truly feel at home.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.3 - 10
Skywalkers: A Love StoryMovie · 2024 · 101m · Documentary, Romance, ThrillerA couple of experienced risk-takers push their relationship to the breaking point as they attempt a dangerous stunt – climbing one of the world's tallest buildings without permission.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.2 - 11
MaluMovie · 2024 · 102mMalu, a volatile actress living with her traditional mother in a fragile home in a Rio de Janeiro favela, struggles to navigate a difficult relationship with her adult daughter while clinging to recollections of her celebrated career.IMDb 7.5TMDB 8.5 - 12
Veni Vidi ViciMovie · 2024 · 86mThe Maynards are a wealthy family living an idyllic life. Amon, the father, is an avid hunter, but his family's fortunes ensure he faces no repercussions for his activities.IMDb 5.5TMDB 8.0 - 13
Black Box DiariesMovie · 2024 · 103m · DocumentaryJournalist Shiori Ito bravely investigates her own sexual assault, hoping to bring her powerful attacker to justice. Her pursuit transforms into a pivotal case in Japan, revealing deep flaws within the nation's legal and cultural structures.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.6 - 14
Eternal YouMovie · 2024 · 87m · DocumentaryCompanies are developing AI avatars that let people communicate with deceased relatives. This film examines a deep human longing and the implications of commercializing the idea of overcoming death.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.2 - 15
TendaberryMovie · 2024 · 117m · Drama, RomanceWhen her boyfriend goes back to Ukraine to care for his father, 23-year-old Dakota struggles with the uncertainty of staying connected to her past while trying to build a future for herself in her life in South Brooklyn.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.9 - 16
Will & HarperMovie · 2024 · 114m · Documentary, ComedyWhen Will Ferrell’s close friend Harper comes out as a transgender woman, they embark on a road trip to reconnect and help Harper present herself authentically to the world.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.3 - 17
WinnerMovie · 2024 · 103m · Comedy, DramaWinner follows a gifted but unconventional young woman from Texas. While working as an NSA contractor and in the U.S. Air Force, she faces difficult choices that test her values. This whistleblower story offers a new perspective on the genre, charting the coming-of-age of an idealistic woman who is targeted for defending what she believes in.IMDb 6.5TMDB 7.0 - 18
SujoMovie · 2024 · 127m · DramaA hitman is killed, leaving his young son, Sujo, alone. Violence follows Sujo throughout his childhood. As he matures, Sujo comes to realize he is destined to carry out his father's work.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.8 - 19
In a Violent NatureMovie · 2024 · 94m · Drama, Horror, ThrillerWhen a locket is found inside a collapsed fire tower, it awakens an ancient undead creature in a remote wilderness. The monster then begins a destructive rampage, seeking revenge and becoming a terrifying new killer.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.6 - 20
As We Speak: Rap Music on TrialMovie · 2024 · 95mBronx rapper Kemba investigates the increasing use of rap lyrics as evidence in the U.S. criminal justice system, and internationally. His exploration reveals how law enforcement has long secretly employed artistic expression as part of criminal cases.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.7 - 21
LaylaMovie · 2024 · 100m · Drama, Comedy, RomanceLayla, an Arab drag queen navigating life's challenges, experiences her first love. This relationship becomes a profound and challenging journey, forcing both individuals to confront their true selves.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.6 - 22
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 - 23
Every Little ThingMovie · 2025 · 93m · DocumentaryIn Hollywood, a woman embarks on a life-changing experience caring for injured hummingbirds. This visually stunning and enchanting story explores themes of love, vulnerability, recovery, and the profound beauty found in small acts of kindness.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.4 - 24
FridaMovie · 2024 · 87m · DocumentaryThis is a deeply personal and enchanting look at the life, thoughts, and emotions of Frida Kahlo. Using her own words – including diary entries, letters, essays, and interviews – the film offers an unprecedented glimpse into her world. Lyrical animation, inspired by her distinctive art, brings her story to life.IMDb 7.5TMDB 6.7 - 25
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 - 26
Agent of HappinessMovie · 2024 · 93m · DocumentaryA documentary team journeys to the remote Himalayan villages of Bhutan to follow two happiness agents in their forties. These agents travel twice a year, spending a month and a half at a time, conducting surveys door-to-door. The film offers an intimate look into the lives and aspirations of the Bhutanese people, exploring the question of whether happiness can be quantified. *Gross National Happiness* presents a heartwarming exploration of a unique, almost utopian society, a stark contrast to the consumer-driven world we know.IMDb 7.1TMDB 8.0 - 27
Porcelain WarMovie · 2024 · 87m · DocumentaryAmidst intense aerial combat and missile attacks, Ukrainian artists Slava, Anya, and Andrey decide to remain and fight alongside the soldiers. They grapple with their newfound roles as protectors, defiantly seeking beauty within the devastation. Their actions demonstrate that while fear can be easily instilled, it’s far more difficult to extinguish the will to live.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.2 - 28
IgualadaMovie · 2024 · 78mIn Colombia, a country marked by deep inequality, Black rural activist Francia Márquez launches a presidential campaign. She uses the term "Igualada"—meaning someone who acts as if they deserve rights they aren't entitled to—to challenge the existing power structures and ignite hope across the nation.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.5 - 29
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 - 30
Brief History of a FamilyMovie · 2024 · 100m · Drama, Mystery, ThrillerIn China, following the one-child policy, a middle-class family's life is disrupted by their son's mysterious new friend. This relationship forces the family to confront hidden truths, their own hopes and disappointments, and unresolved feelings.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.0 - 31
Never Look AwayMovie · 2024 · 85mCNN camerawoman Margaret Moth has a history of fearless reporting from war zones. Following severe injuries sustained while filming in battle, she returns to her work with renewed determination. This is a personal look at a pioneering female photojournalist, featuring interviews with family and friends, including CNN’s Christiane Amanpour. Directed by Lucy Lawless and a premiere at the Sundance Film Festival.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.7 - 32
Soundtrack to a Coup d'EtatMovie · 2024 · 150m · Documentary, History, MusicThe story powerfully connects jazz music and the fight for independence during the Cold War. It focuses on a particularly fraught moment in history.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.6 - 33
The Battle for LaikipiaMovie · 2024 · 94mA long-standing conflict in Laikipia, Kenya, between Indigenous pastoralists and white landowners intensifies. Historical injustices and the effects of climate change are now central to the escalating tensions.IMDb 7.4 - 34
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 - 35
Realm of SatanMovie · 2025 · 80mThis film offers a look at Satanists, exploring their lives both in ordinary moments and during significant events as they strive to maintain their beliefs centered on magic, mystery, and a rejection of humanity.IMDb 4.5TMDB 4.0 - 36
And So It BeginsMovie · 2024 · 113mDuring the usual traditions of Filipino elections, an unusual grassroots movement emerges to protect the country from growing dangers to honesty and democratic principles. The movement expresses hope through shared joy as a way to resist rising authoritarianism.IMDb 6.7 - 37
A Real PainMovie · 2024 · 90m · Comedy, DramaCousins David and Benji, who haven't seen each other in years, travel to Poland together to visit their grandmother. Their trip becomes complicated as old conflicts between them reappear while exploring their family's past.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.8 - 38
DEVOMovie · 2024 · 94mDevo, a band formed during the turmoil of the 1970 Kent State anti-Vietnam War protests, achieved a hit with "Whip It" and broader popularity through their concept of societal "de-evolution."IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.5 - 39
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 - 40
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 - 41
Luther: Never Too MuchMovie · 2024 · 101m · Documentary, MusicLuther Vandross began his career as a backing singer for artists like David Bowie, Roberta Flack, and Bette Midler. His exceptional talent led to platinum records and critical recognition, yet he faced difficulties achieving wider mainstream success. Determined and persistent, he navigated personal and career obstacles to become one of the most celebrated vocalists of all time.IMDb 8.1TMDB 8.0 - 42
PowerMovie · 2024 · 88m · DocumentaryFor centuries, policing in the United States has grown dramatically, expanding its reach to maintain social control. Today, American policing is defined by one thing: power.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.9 - 43
Sue Bird: In the ClutchMovie · 2024 · 98mAfter 21 years as a WNBA basketball icon, Sue Bird, who has won five Olympic gold medals and is widely considered the greatest point guard in the sport's history, faces a new hurdle. With her fiancée, U.S. soccer star Megan Rapinoe, by her side, Sue grapples with the decision to retire from the career that has defined her entire life.IMDb 7.4TMDB 9.0 - 44
Rob PeaceMovie · 2024 · 120m · Drama, HistoryA talented young Black man from Newark, who overcomes hardship to gain admission to Yale University, finds his promising future jeopardized by unresolved issues and past injustices.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.8 - 45
In the SummersMovie · 2024 · 98m · DramaDuring their annual summer visits to their father's home in Las Cruces, New Mexico, two sisters experience the complexities of their relationship with him as they navigate their own lives.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.8 - 46
Krazy HouseMovie · 2024 · 90m · Comedy, HorrorWhen the Russian workers hired by Bernie turn out to be criminals on the run, Bernie must step up to protect his sitcom family.IMDb 4.8TMDB 4.8 - 47
Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve StoryMovie · 2024 · 104m · DocumentaryChristopher Reeve became known worldwide as Superman in four films, showcasing his acting abilities in many other roles. In 1995, a serious horse-riding accident left him paralyzed from the neck down. Becoming a quadriplegic, Reeve transformed into a compelling leader and activist, dedicated to finding a cure for spinal cord injuries and championing disability rights and care.IMDb 8.0TMDB 8.1 - 48
It's What's InsideMovie · 2024 · 103m · Comedy, Mystery, Science FictionA group of college friends' joyful reunion before a wedding turns unsettling when an unexpected visitor shows up with a cryptic suitcase, plunging their gathering into psychological turmoil.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.5 - 49
Desire LinesMovie · 2024 · 81mA trans man of Iranian American heritage journeys through an LGBTQ+ archive, experiencing time shifts as he explores his sexuality. The experience is both intense and sensual, as he tries to understand himself.IMDb 6.2TMDB 1.0 - 50
The OutrunMovie · 2024 · 118m · DramaRona returns to the ruggedly beautiful Orkney Islands after rehab. At 29, she's leaving behind a decade of turbulent experiences in London—where she experienced both love and loss. Back in her childhood home, Rona confronts a troubled past, as memories of a difficult upbringing intertwine with recent struggles that led her to recovery.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.8 - 51
Your MonsterMovie · 2024 · 104m · Romance, Comedy, HorrorWhen everything in her life crumbles, quiet actress Laura Franco rediscovers her confidence after encountering a frightening, yet strangely appealing, monster who lives in her closet.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.5 - 52
The Last of the MohicansMovie · 1992 · 112m · Action, History, RomanceIn 17th-century colonial America, during a brutal war between the British, French, and Huron, a British Colonel's daughter is captured by Huron warriors. Her fate becomes intertwined with three resourceful Mohican trappers who launch a daring rescue mission. Navigating a war-torn landscape and cultural differences, the trappers must overcome treacherous obstacles to secure the hostages' freedom. The story explores courage, loyalty, and the complicated relationships between colonists, Native Americans, and those caught in the conflict.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.4 - 53
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 - 54
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 - 55
A New Kind of WildernessMovie · 2024 · 84m · DocumentaryDeep in the Norwegian woods, a family seeks a life of freedom and self-sufficiency. Their idyllic existence shatters after a devastating incident, compelling them to confront the complexities of the modern world.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.8 - 56
The Remarkable Life of IbelinMovie · 2024 · 103m · Documentary, AnimationA young World of Warcraft player's hidden world unexpectedly intersects with reality when his online companions reach out to his family after his passing.IMDb 8.1TMDB 8.1 - 57
My Old AssMovie · 2024 · 89m · Comedy, DramaOn the eve of her eighteenth birthday, adventurous Elliott takes a mushroom trip and encounters her sharp-tongued thirty-nine-year-old future self. As her older self offers advice on life choices, Elliott is forced to re-evaluate her understanding of family, relationships, and the profound changes unfolding during what promises to be a defining summer.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.8 - 58
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 - 59
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 - 60
Freaky TalesMovie · 2025 · 107m · Action, Comedy, CrimeSet in Oakland in 1987, the film follows four linked stories about those on the fringes of society. A mysterious power influences a group of teenage punks fighting for control of their neighborhood against skinheads. A rap duo competes for lasting fame in the hip-hop world. A jaded enforcer seeks a chance to make amends. And an NBA star confronts a past injustice.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.4 - 61
Little DeathMovie · 2024 · 109mA middle-aged filmmaker is poised for a career-defining moment. Simultaneously, two children are searching for a missing backpack. And a small dog finds itself far from its home.IMDb 5.0TMDB 10.0 - 62
Between the TemplesMovie · 2024 · 111m · Comedy, DramaA cantor struggling with grief and doubt has his life unexpectedly changed when his former grade school music teacher becomes his new Bat Mitzvah student. The pair, both feeling lost, form a deep bond.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.5 - 63
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 - 64
SugarcaneMovie · 2024 · 107m · DocumentaryThe uncovering of abuse and missing children at a Canadian Indian residential school sparks a crisis on the adjacent Sugarcane Reserve.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.9 - 65
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 - 66
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 - 67
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 - 68
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 - 69
Girls StateMovie · 2024 · 95m · DocumentaryThis documentary explores what happens when teenage girls take charge of American democracy. In Missouri, a diverse group of young women participate in an intensive experiment to create their own government. They build it from scratch, navigating the challenges of leadership and political process.IMDb 6.6TMDB 7.3 - 70
ThelmaMovie · 2024 · 98m · Action, Comedy, AdventureAt 93, Thelma Post falls victim to a phone scammer impersonating her grandson, and embarks on a challenging journey through the city to recover the stolen money.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.9 - 71
Look Into My EyesMovie · 2024 · 108m · DocumentaryIn New York City, a group of psychics offer deeply personal readings, exploring themes of loneliness, connection, and healing.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.7 - 72
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 - 73
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 - 74
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
