About the Film
The Made in Utah: Film Showcase is the exciting next iteration of the annual Filmmaker’s Showcase that was created by local filmmaker Jill Orschel in 2005. The Film Showcase is designed to celebrate exceptional short films created by local filmmakers, offering a platform to showcase Utah’s unique voices, talent, and creativity. Our goal is to foster connections between filmmakers and audiences, creating an environment where collaboration and creativity can thrive.
2025 Film Selections:
· Cohabitation (dir. Kyle Larsen), 7:22 min
· Free to a Good Home (dir. John Newton), 13:36 min
· Thanksgiving (dir. Austin J. Lawrence), 12:57 min
· Run Niño Run (dir. Lance Revior), 14:11 min
· Rat Rod (dirs. Jared Jakins & Carly Jakins), 10:32 min
· Illusion of Abundance (dirs. Amy MacDonald, Sofia Gorder, Christopher Lee and Alex Lee), 19:03 min
· Through Thin Ice (dirs. Gabrielle Kardon & Arthur Veenema), 10:59 min
· Stubborn (dir. Robert Gamperl), 8:56 min
· From Way Up Here (dir. Celeste Chaney), 21:27 min
· A Life of Intent (dir. Caroline Boyd), 6:54 min
Post-film panel about “Making it Here: Creativity, Challenges, and Crafting Stories in Utah” with Lance Revoir, director “Run Niño Run,” Amy MacDonald, co-director “Illusion of Abundance,” Jared & Cathy Jakins, co-directors “Rat Rod,” and, Sohrab Mirmont, producer “From Way Up Here.”
Join us for the filmmaker lounge after the conclusion of the film screenings – a space for filmmakers, attendees and film industry professionals to mingle and celebrate. Wine and beer available for purchase.
