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(00:00):
Prize increases to 1.2 million, cementing AT&T Untold Stories as
the largest film production award of its kind.
Tribeca Festival and AT&T announced a significant
expansion of the AT&T Untold Stories program, a
groundbreaking initiative that empowers emerging film makers
with funding and support to bring their visions to the
(00:22):
screen. Beginning with the 2026 Tribeca
Festival, the festival S 25th anniversary, the top production
prize will increase from 1,000,000 to 1.2 million,
reinforcing its status as the largest unrestricted film
production award of its kind in the world.
Submissions for the 2026 cycle are now officially open through
(00:45):
February 6th. Established in 2017, AT&T Untold
Stories has become a cornerstoneof Tribeca S artist development
efforts and a transformative force in the film industry.
Each year, the program awards 1 emerging filmmaker full funding
to produce a feature film, alongwith mentorship, industry
(01:09):
support and a guaranteed premiere at the Tribeca
Festival. Since its launch, the program
has supported 40 projects, produced 8 winning films, and
helped launch the careers of dozens of emerging film makers.
Winning Films celebrate their world premieres at the Tribeca
Festival and have been distributed across all major
(01:30):
platforms including Netflix and HBO Max, averaging 92% on Rotten
Tomatoes. Previous winners include 2018
Nigerian Prince directed by Faraday Okura, 2019 Lucky
Grandma directed by Stacey Seeley, 2020 Marvelous and The
(01:54):
Black Hole directed by Kate Sung, 2021 Land of Gold directed
by Nardeep Kermai, 2022 Smoking Tigers directed by So Young,
Shelly Yo, 2023 Color Book directed by David Fortune, 2024
(02:15):
Honey June, directed by Lillian T Merle, 2025 Take Me Home
directed by Liz Sargent. Independent filmmaking has never
been tougher and too many vital stories never make it to the
screen. Untold Stories changes that,
said Jane Rosenthal, CEO and Co founder of Tribeca Enterprises.
(02:39):
It doesn't he just give film makers the means to create.
It helps ensure their work is seen.
With funding, mentorship and distribution support, the
program opens doors that might otherwise stay shut.
This expanded prize will give bold storytellers the chance to
dream bigger, go further and reach the audience's their
(03:01):
stories deserve. Through at Auntie's Untold
Stories program, we've EE been able to build and connect a
vibrant community of creators who are reshaping the future of
cinema, said Kellen Smith Kenny,Chief Marketing and Growth
Officer, AT&T. This expanded prize underscores
(03:22):
our commitment to helping emerging film makers not Only
Connect to greater possibilities, but provide them
with the platform and resources they need to continue inspiring
others through their authentic storytelling.
Submissions for the 2026 AT&T Untold Stories program open
today. One filmmaker will be awarded
(03:42):
the 1.2 million grant at next year as Tribeca Festival, along
with year round mentorship and aguaranteed Tribeca premiere.
As Tribeca marks its 25th year, AT&T Untold Stories remains A
defining program, demonstrating that when artists are given
resources, mentorship and a platform, they can create work
(04:04):
that resonates globally. Filmmakerscanapplynow@tribecafilm.com
Untold Stories About Tribeca Festival The Tribeca Festival
presented by OK X brings artistsand diverse audiences together
to celebrate storytelling in allits forms, including film, TV,
(04:26):
music, audio, storytelling, games and immersive.
With strong roots in independentfilm, Tribeca is synonymous with
creative expression and entertainment.
Tribeca champions emerging and established voices, discovers
award-winning talent, cure its innovative experiences, and
(04:48):
introduces new ideas through exclusive premieres,
exhibitions, conversations and live performances.
The festival was founded by Robert De Niro, Jane Rosenthal
and Craig Hatkoff in 2001 to spur the economic and cultural
revitalization of Lower Manhattan following the attacks
on the World Trade Center. The annual Tribeca Festival will
(05:12):
celebrate its 25th year from June 30 to 14th, 2026 in New
York City. In 2019, James Murdoch S Lupus
Systems bought a majority stake in Tribeca Enterprises, bringing
together Rosenthal, De Niro and Murdoch to grow the enterprise.
Prize increases to 1.2 million, cementing AT&T Untold Stories as
the largest film production award of its kind.
Tribeca Festival and AT&T announced a significant
expansion of the AT&T Untold Stories program, a
groundbreaking initiative that empowers emerging film makers
with funding and support to bring their visions to the
(00:22):
screen. Beginning with the 2026 Tribeca
Festival, the festival S 25th anniversary, the top production
prize will increase from 1,000,000 to 1.2 million,
reinforcing its status as the largest unrestricted film
production award of its kind in the world.
Submissions for the 2026 cycle are now officially open through
(00:45):
February 6th. Established in 2017, AT&T Untold
Stories has become a cornerstoneof Tribeca S artist development
efforts and a transformative force in the film industry.
Each year, the program awards 1 emerging filmmaker full funding
to produce a feature film, alongwith mentorship, industry
(01:09):
support and a guaranteed premiere at the Tribeca
Festival. Since its launch, the program
has supported 40 projects, produced 8 winning films, and
helped launch the careers of dozens of emerging film makers.
Winning Films celebrate their world premieres at the Tribeca
Festival and have been distributed across all major
(01:30):
platforms including Netflix and HBO Max, averaging 92% on Rotten
Tomatoes. Previous winners include 2018
Nigerian Prince directed by Faraday Okura, 2019 Lucky
Grandma directed by Stacey Seeley, 2020 Marvelous and The
(01:54):
Black Hole directed by Kate Sung, 2021 Land of Gold directed
by Nardeep Kermai, 2022 Smoking Tigers directed by So Young,
Shelly Yo, 2023 Color Book directed by David Fortune, 2024
(02:15):
Honey June, directed by Lillian T Merle, 2025 Take Me Home
directed by Liz Sargent. Independent filmmaking has never
been tougher and too many vital stories never make it to the
screen. Untold Stories changes that,
said Jane Rosenthal, CEO and Co founder of Tribeca Enterprises.
(02:39):
It doesn't he just give film makers the means to create.
It helps ensure their work is seen.
With funding, mentorship and distribution support, the
program opens doors that might otherwise stay shut.
This expanded prize will give bold storytellers the chance to
dream bigger, go further and reach the audience's their
(03:01):
stories deserve. Through at Auntie's Untold
Stories program, we've EE been able to build and connect a
vibrant community of creators who are reshaping the future of
cinema, said Kellen Smith Kenny,Chief Marketing and Growth
Officer, AT&T. This expanded prize underscores
(03:22):
our commitment to helping emerging film makers not Only
Connect to greater possibilities, but provide them
with the platform and resources they need to continue inspiring
others through their authentic storytelling.
Submissions for the 2026 AT&T Untold Stories program open
today. One filmmaker will be awarded
(03:42):
the 1.2 million grant at next year as Tribeca Festival, along
with year round mentorship and aguaranteed Tribeca premiere.
As Tribeca marks its 25th year, AT&T Untold Stories remains A
defining program, demonstrating that when artists are given
resources, mentorship and a platform, they can create work
(04:04):
that resonates globally. Filmmakerscanapplynow@tribecafilm.com
Untold Stories About Tribeca Festival The Tribeca Festival
presented by OK X brings artistsand diverse audiences together
to celebrate storytelling in allits forms, including film, TV,
(04:26):
music, audio, storytelling, games and immersive.
With strong roots in independentfilm, Tribeca is synonymous with
creative expression and entertainment.
Tribeca champions emerging and established voices, discovers
award-winning talent, cure its innovative experiences, and
(04:48):
introduces new ideas through exclusive premieres,
exhibitions, conversations and live performances.
The festival was founded by Robert De Niro, Jane Rosenthal
and Craig Hatkoff in 2001 to spur the economic and cultural
revitalization of Lower Manhattan following the attacks
on the World Trade Center. The annual Tribeca Festival will
(05:12):
celebrate its 25th year from June 30 to 14th, 2026 in New
York City. In 2019, James Murdoch S Lupus
Systems bought a majority stake in Tribeca Enterprises, bringing
together Rosenthal, De Niro and Murdoch to grow the enterprise.
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