Sundance Film Festival Gala: Celebrating 40 Years Honors Trailblazer Christopher Nolan

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We are thrilled to announce that the Sundance Institute Trailblazer Award will be inaugurated at the Opening Night Gala of the 2024 Sundance Film Festival. Esteemed filmmaker Christopher Nolan will be the first recipient of this prestigious award. Join us in recognizing Nolan's outstanding contributions to independent storytelling.

Additionally, we are excited to present the Annual Vanguard Awards, sponsored by Acura, to Celine Song and Maite Alberdi. These awards celebrate the innovative spirit and exceptional work of independent storytellers.

Tables and tickets for this momentous event are available now. Your participation will not only honor remarkable individuals in the film industry but also contribute to supporting the Sundance Institute's year-round programs.

Don't miss this opportunity to be part of the Opening Night Gala on January 18, 2024, at Utah's historic Kimball Art Center. Let's celebrate 40 years of Sundance Film Festival and the trailblazers who have shaped independent cinema.

For inquiries and reservations, visit our official website or contact us at gala@sundance.org.

Best regards,

Sundance Film Festival Communications