Utah Documentary Association

02/07/2026

WORK-IN-PROGRESS SCREENING: IN THE MOMENT
Coming up next week on Thursday, February 12th at 6:00pm at SLCC South City Campus Screening Room (1575 S State St, Salt Lake City, UT 84115) is our Work-in-Progress Screening of the documentary In the Moment: The Vicky Bradshaw Story directed by filmmaker Jen Banks.

In the Moment weaves together interviews and memories to chronicle a q***r woman's final chapter with ovarian cancer. Filmed two decades ago and brought forward as her lasting legacy, the film illuminates the universal questions of how we live, love and remember.

WIP Screenings are open to the public but seating is limited. Please let us know you are coming through event registration in the link in this post.

UDA's Work-in-Progress Screening Series is an opportunity for local documentary filmmakers to get feedback on their unfinished film during the critical stage of post-production. If you'd like to apply for an upcoming opportunity to screen your film, you can find out more at our website.

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/work-in-progress-in-the-moment

01/14/2026

We're excited to invite you to our FREE EVENT during the Sundance Film Festival in just a few short weeks and to share some exciting opportunities with you!

MAKE IT IN UTAH: PANEL & PARTY!
On Tuesday, January 27th at 6:30pm, we hope you'll join us for our Salt Lake City Sundance Send-Off and a frank and open discussion about the state of documentary filmmaking in Utah as we look forward to what's next for non-fiction filmmakers in our state.

We're partnering with the Documentary Producers Alliance and Salt Lake Community College to host a Panel Discussion and Mixer at the SLCC South City Campus.

This event is FREE and OPEN TO ALL, but we ask that you RSVP at the link below to give us an idea of how many people to plan for.

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/uda-panel-make-it-in-utah

12/02/2025

Together, we've made it to the final month of 2025, and Utah Documentary Association has managed to host four Work-In-Progress Screenings, three mixer events, watched a lot of movies, and advocated for local nonfiction filmmakers!

Our work is fueled by an all-volunteer Steering Committee (which is open to taking on new members) and our amazing community of filmmakers and documentary enthusiasts, and we're so happy to have you as part of it.

We wanted to let you know how to get your own UDA Merch through our TeePublic Shop and/or support our organization today on Giving Tuesday through our donation page on Zeffy.

Zeffy Giving Tuesday Link
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/giving-tuesday-uda

UDA Merch
https://tee.pub/lic/SncRqK5Jqb4

11/12/2025

WORK-IN-PROGRESS
As a reminder, this Thursday, November 13th at 6:00pm is our Work-in-Progress Screening of SKY MIRROR directed by John Meier at SLCC South City Campus, 1575 South State Street, Salt Lake City, UT, 84115.

SKY MIRROR
The Great Salt Lake is running dry. Artists, scientists, and Indigenous leaders rise to demand water and rights, before the lake turns to dust.

More info about the film and the screening can be found on our website here: https://www.utahdocs.org/

The screening is FREE, but space is limited so we ask that you register at this link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/work-in-progress-sky-mirror

11/06/2025

Here's an article about Valene Peratrovich and the crew of "Diverted: Indigenous Stewardship and Saving Great Salt Lake"

Come see the film tonight!
Thursday, November 6, 7:00 PM
Fisher Brewing Company, 320 West 800 South, SLC (21+)
Followed by a Q&A panel

And then...

Thursday, November 20, 7:00 PM
Utah Film Center, 375 West 400 North, SLC
Followed by a panel discussion with the filmmakers

A documentary focused on Indigenous stewardship of Great Salt Lake is the latest cry, filmmakers say, for state leaders to listen to Indigenous voices who believe the issue has been

11/04/2025

A previous work-in-progress film that was workshopped through UDA's Screening Series is having two public screenings in November. Congrats to director Valene Peratrovich and the filmmaking team of Diverted: Indigenous Stewardship and Saving Great Salt Lake!Diverted will screen at:Fisher Brewing Company on Thursday, Nov. 6 @ 7:00pm
Utah Film Center on Thursday, Nov. 20 @ 7:00pm.

The November 6th screening at Fisher will be followed by a Q&A panel featuring Darren Parry. The November 20th Utah Film Center screening will followed by a panel of the filmmakers and some of the film’s participants. Both events are free and open to the public.

11/04/2025

A previous work-in-progress film that was workshopped through UDA's Screening Series is having two public screenings in November. Congrats to director Valene Peratrovich and the filmmaking team of Diverted: Indigenous Stewardship and Saving Great Salt Lake!Diverted will screen at:Fisher Brewing Company on Thursday, Nov. 6 @ 7:00pm
Utah Film Center on Thursday, Nov. 20 @ 7:00pm.

The November 6th screening at Fisher will be followed by a Q&A panel featuring Darren Parry. The November 20th Utah Film Center screening will followed by a panel of the filmmakers and some of the film’s participants. Both events are free and open to the public.

More info about the screenings of Diverted can be found at: https://wakegsl.org/events/

10/23/2025

Two great festivals are starting today and tomorrow! Come support your local filmmakers and get your tickets today!

https://utahq***rfilmfestival.org/schedule/

https://www.filmquestfest.com/tickets-passes-2025/

09/12/2025

Filmmakers: want to take control of your film’s future? Join us for a FREE panel on Self-Distribution & Marketing on Sept 18 at Utah Film Center! Learn how to maintain creative control over your films and build a marketing budget and campaign that makes self-distribution a success.

Featuring acclaimed filmmakers, Dr. Jenny Mackenzie and Sohrab Mirmont, EVP of Global Theatrical Distribution at Angel Studios, Brandon Purdie, and Publicist and Owner of Zions Indie Film Fest, Michelle Moore.

🗓️ September 18, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
📍 Utah Film Center
🎟️ Free to attend! RSVP at http://bit.ly/3JJ37fo

09/12/2025

09/12/2025

Don't miss the 2025 Grip Games hosted by Cutthroat Grip, Lighting & Stage on Saturday, September 13 in Salt Lake City. The competition will showcase the technical skills and creativity of Utah's film crew professionals. Sign up to participate on a team or come cheer on your favorite crews.

Learn more at the link below ⬇️
https://www.itscutthroat.com/events/2025-grip-games

09/01/2025

Filmmakers! Don’t miss our special Artist Foundry Open House happening next Wednesday, Sept 4, from 5–7pm at Utah Film Center!

✨ Tour the reimagined space
✨ Mingle with fellow filmmakers
✨ Explore new membership options
‼️ PLUS, attendees get an exclusive event-only discount: Tier 1 Membership for just $10/month!

Let’s celebrate this exciting new chapter for the Artist Foundry together!

RSVP at https://bit.ly/4ov5NNI

is a hub for Utah’s independent filmmakers, offering everything from workspace and post-production facilities, to workshops, craft conversations, networking events, and exhibition opportunities. Whether you’re looking to grow your craft, collaborate with others, or simply plug into the local film scene, the Artist Foundry is here to support you.