Sundance colleagues and friends mourning Robert Redford

Robert Redford in Cannes 2013 Photo by Alan Schoenauer

Dear Friends, 

Today is a sad day for the Sundance Institute community. Our founder, mentor, and friend, Robert Redford has passed away. 

Bob’s vision launched a movement that, over four decades later, has inspired generations of artists and redefined cinema in the U.S. and around the world. The vibrant storytelling landscape we cherish today, both as artists and audiences, is unimaginable without his passionate drive and principled leadership. Beyond Bob’s enormous contributions to culture at large, we will miss his generosity, clarity of purpose, curiosity, rebellious spirit, and his love for the creative process. 

We are humbled to be among the stewards of his remarkable legacy, which will continue to guide the Institute in perpetuity. As we look to the future, we are particularly grateful for the inspiring group of people who make up the Sundance Institute community. Thank you for your participation in our work that carries on Bob’s mission and vision. 

Warmly,

Amanda Kelso

Sundance Institute, Acting CEO

Michelle Satter

Sundance Institute Founding Senior Director, Artist Programs

Eugene Hernandez 

Director, Sundance Film Festival and Public Programming