UNION TEAM RELEASES NEW SHORT
In partnership with Field of Vision, the filmmakers of UNION have released a new short called LOCAL ONE, which captures the first days of a strike at two Amazon warehouses in New York City. Recently announced in Deadline, LOCAL ONE is now available on Field of Vision.
To learn more about UNION and ways to support the ALU, please visit UNION’s website and Instagram.
Watch LOCAL ONE on Field of Vision
IP FILMS CELEBRATED AT CINEMA EYE HONORS
We are thrilled that many IP-supported projects were recognized at the 18th Annual Cinema Eye Honors last week. Congratulations to the teams of SONGS FROM THE HOLE, SUGARCANE and UNION, and all the honorees!
Production
Brett Story, Stephen Maing, Mars Verrone, Samantha Curley, and Martin DiCicco for UNION
Cinematography
Christopher LaMarca and Emily Kassie for SUGARCANE
Unforgettables
Chris Smalls for UNION
Heterodox Award
SONGS FROM THE HOLE, Directed by Contessa Gayles
Several other IP films received nominations, including MISTRESS DISPELLER (Best Director, Best Production, Best Cinematography), VIKTOR (Best Cinematography and Best Sound Design), and HOMEGROWN (Spotlight Award). Watch the full ceremony here.
See the full list of winners here.
SIMA AWARDS
Several IP films were announced as finalists for the 13th annual Social Impact Media Awards. SUGARCANE and UNION are finalists for Documentary Feature, and ANOTHER BODY and THE FEELING OF BEING WATCHED are recognized for their Impact Campaigns. Winners will be announced on February 6th. Congratulations to all the filmmakers!
See the full list of finalists here.
IMPACT PARTNERS AT SUNDANCE
Next week, we’re heading to the Sundance Film Festival to celebrate three world premieres:
FOLKTALES – Premieres
MARLEE MATLIN: NOT ALONE ANYMORE – U.S. Documentary Competition
MOVE YA BODY: THE BIRTH OF HOUSE – Premieres