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.
2026 Film Selections:
- Adapt(ive), dir. Josh & Alisha McDarris, 11:42min
- Audi Spec, dir. Nicolas Edwards, 1:15min
- Can I Put You on Hold, dir. James Cutler, 11:47min
- Climbing Gabriel, dir. Parker Fawson, 2:30min
- Connie and Clyde, dir. Celeste Chaney, 8:36min
- Imperfect Offerings, dir. Ella Warnick, 16:02min
- Jean Jacket, dirs. The Nebecker Twins, 13:20min
- Little Genes, dirs. Amy Redford & Skye Emerson, 10:16min
- Taking Shape, dirs. Austin Smock & Jessy Fernandez, 4:47min
- The Pho King, dir. Jeovanni Xoumphonphackdy, 6:33min
POST-FILM PANEL DISCUSSION:
Who Gets to Belong? Stories of Place, Identity, Access, and Home – This conversation will explore identity, access, place and, the communities that shape who feels seen, welcomed and, at home.
Panelists: Skye Emerson and Amy Redford, dirs.”Little Genes,” James Cutler, dir. “Can I Put You On Hold?” and, Austin Smock and Jessy Fernandez, dirs. “Taking Shape.”
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.
