The 2026 Sundance Film Festival is set to showcase an impressive array of Latino voices and talent, with feature films and episodic projects that center on Latino filmmakers, artists, and storylines. Out of more than 16,000 submissions, the Festival selected 97 works, including a significant number highlighting Latino perspectives. Take a look at the standout films.
TheyDream – Directed by William Caballero, this documentary follows a Puerto Rican family over two decades as a mother and son navigate grief and remembrance, using animation to honor lost loved ones.
Jaripeo – Efrain Mojica’s journey into Michoacán’s rodeos explores memory, queer desire, and the complexities of leaving home behind.
Silenced - After #MeToo broke the cultural silence on gender violence, international human rights lawyer Jennifer Robinson fights against the weaponization of defamation laws to silence survivors.
American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez – David Alvarado documents the legendary Chicano playwright and filmmaker who brought stories like Zoot Suit and La Bamba to the screen, challenging and celebrating American culture.
The Huntress (La Cazadora) – Directed by Suzanne Correa, this film tells the story of an unlikely defender of women in Juárez, Mexico, confronting systemic violence with courage and resilience.
Other notable Latino talent featured in the lineup includes Gabriela Osio Vanden (Nuisance Bear), Giselle Bonilla (The Musical), and Felipe Sierra (Everybody to Kenmure Street). These artists represent a spectrum of voices and perspectives, reflecting the Festival’s commitment to inclusive storytelling.
The 2026 Festival will take place in Park City and Salt Lake City, Utah, from January 22 to February 1, 2026, with an online program available nationwide from January 29 to February 1. The lineup includes 90 feature-length films from 28 countries, 40% of which are first-time feature directors, and 97% world premieres.
Amanda Kelso, Acting CEO of Sundance Institute, emphasized the importance of this year’s program. “We are eager to once again foster connection and creativity as we champion and share independent storytelling with audiences. This marks an especially defining year of coming together as a community to uplift independent film and the legacy of the Festival.”
With these powerful stories and talented filmmakers, the 2026 Sundance Film Festival promises to be a landmark celebration of Latino voices in cinema, honoring both tradition and innovation in storytelling.
Beyond its spotlight on Latino voices, the 2026 Sundance Film Festival continues to be the preeminent gathering of original storytellers and audiences seeking fresh perspectives from around the world.
In addition to screenings, audiences can participate in talks, events, and artist Q&As, celebrating both the Festival’s rich history and its ongoing mission to champion independent storytelling. The edition also honors Sundance Institute founder Robert Redford, highlighting the transformative vision that has shaped generations of artists and redefined cinema.
Limited passes and ticket packages are currently available, while single film tickets for both in-person and online screenings go on sale January 14 at 10 a.m. MT.