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Selena Quintanilla Documentary Wins Archival Storytelling Award at Sundance 2025

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PARK CITY, Utah — A groundbreaking documentary featuring previously unreleased footage of Selena Quintanilla, the beloved Tejano music icon, has clinched an award at this year’s Sundance Film Festival. The film titled “Selena y Los Dinos” captivated audiences and jurors alike, securing the U.S. Documentary Special Jury Award for Archival Storytelling. The award was presented at the festival on Friday, marking a poignant moment, exactly three decades after the singer’s tragic death by Yolanda Saldivar in 1995. The festival highlighted the documentary for its exceptional capacity to vividly recreate the specific era, allowing viewers to … Read more

Sundance Hit ‘Twinless’ Removed from Online Platform Amid Piracy Concerns, Despite Award Wins

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PARK CITY, Utah — The Sundance Film Festival, a premier showcase for independent films, found itself grappling with the challenges of digital piracy this year, leading to the withdrawal of one of its celebrated entries, “Twinless.” The film, which had garnered significant acclaim including a special jury award for star Dylan O’Brien and an audience award in the U.S. Dramatic competition, was removed from the festival’s online platform following concerns over copyright violations. “Twinless” features O’Brien in a dual role as Roman and his deceased twin Rocky, alongside a notable cast including Lauren Graham, Aisling … Read more

2025 Sundance Festival Celebrates Global Indie Cinema with Notable Award Winners

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PARK CITY, Utah — The curtain has closed on the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, a pinnacle celebration of independent cinema from across the globe. This year marked the festival’s 41st edition, where over 150 films were showcased, attracting attendees from the world of film to the snowy climes of Utah. Among the highlights was the U.S. Dramatic Competition’s Grand Jury Prize winner, “Atropia,” directed by Hailey Gates. The Iraq War satire explores the complex emotions of an aspiring actress entangled within military role-playing drills. The film’s star, Alia Shawkat, highlighted the organic nature of the … Read more

Groundbreaking Jury System Research Wins Prestigious Civil Justice Scholarship Award for Law Professor Valerie P. Hans and Team

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Cornell University law professor Valerie P. Hans, along with two distinguished colleagues, received the prestigious 2025 Civil Justice Scholarship Award from the National Civil Justice Institute. This recognition is awarded for influential scholarly work in the realm of civil justice. Hans is honored alongside Professor Richard Jolly of Southwestern Law School and attorney Robert Peck from the Center for Constitutional Law. The trio’s winning article, “Democratic Renewal and the Civil Jury,” published in the Georgia Law Review, examines the pivotal role of the civil jury in enhancing civic engagement and upholding democratic values in contemporary … Read more