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Held in the Main Library Auditorium, the Fear No Film Festival is proud to be one of the Utah Arts Festival’s ticketless programs celebrating cinematic excellence from Utah and around the world.
For 2026 and Fear No Film's 23rd year, we have 84 short films from 20 countries curated into 15 programs that include drama, documentary, experimental and animated shorts, as well as our signature After Dark and KIDS! programs. We are excited to be screening 13 films that were made by or about Utahns. Four of the films were previously screened at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival.
No matter your taste or preference, the Fear No Film Festival invites you to an unforgettable cinematic experience that celebrates the art of storytelling in all its forms. So settle into your seat, and let the magic of the movies transport you to new worlds and adventures beyond your wildest imagination.
Schedule
Thu, June 18
- 6:00pm Drama 1
- 8:00pm Animated
- 10:00pm After Dark 1
Fri, June 19
- 12:15pm KIDS!
- 2:00pm Utahn 1
- 4:00pm Doc 1
- 6:00pm Drama 2
- 8:00pm Experimental
- 10:00pm After Dark 2
Sat, June 20
- 12:15pm KIDS!
- 2:00pm Utahn 2
- 4:00pm Doc 2
- 6:00pm Drama 3
- 8:00pm Comedy
- 10:00pm After Dark 3
Sun, June 21
- 12:15pm KIDS!
- 2:00pm Comedy
- 4:00pm Animated
- 6:00pm Drama 4
- 8:00pm Experimental
- 10:00pm After Dark 4
Programs
You can view the films included with each scheduled program above, and then explore below to search for individual films.
Animated Program
Our Animated program celebrates the boundless creativity and imagination found in the art of animated storytelling through a curated selection of short films that span a diverse range of styles, techniques and narratives. We invite you on a journey through captivating worlds and unforgettable characters.
AnimatED Program (Runtime 59 minutes)
Screening on Thu 6/18 at 8pm and Sun 6/21 at 4pm:
- The Power's Out
- How We Hamsters Die
- Ivar
- Not A Hero By Accident
- Unstable Connection
- Ouais.
- Holy Heaveness
- Hugs
- Dobrina
- Birch
- I Beg Your Pardon
Comedy Program
Prepare yourself for laughter during our nearly hour-long comedic adventures with five films, including "Balloon Animals" that screened at Sundance.
Comedy Program (Runtime 59 minutes)
- New Service
- Balloon Animals
- Father on Fire
- Bartend(Her)
- Legend of Saturino
Drama Program
The Drama programs highlight some of the best short films from Utah and around the world. We invite you to embark on a captivating journey across cultures and emotions, and experience unique perspectives and compelling storytelling from three curated programs that will captivate, inspire and leave a lasting impression.
Drama Program 1 (Runtime 55 minutes)
Screening at Thu 6/18 at 6pm:
- B-Horiakh
- Under the Snow
- Nobody Comes
- Code Red
Drama Program 2 (Runtime 57 minutes)
Screening at Fri 6/19 at 6pm:
- The Little Girl Who Lived Under Her Bed
- Endless Road
- Lost Worlds
- As If Nothing Happened
Drama Program 3 (Runtime 62 minutes)
Screening at Sat 6/20 at 6pm:
- Sonata of Good Women
- The Substitute
- Bangle
- Final Frame
Drama Program 4 (Runtime 52 minutes)
Screening at Sun 6/21 at 6pm:
- End of the Lamb
- Stay
- Tearful Tigers
- Night Shift
After Dark Program
Delve into the darker side of cinema with our four After Dark programs and prepare yourself for a dose of different genres where horror, irreverent comedy, and boundary-pushing narratives collide.
After Dark Program 1 (Runtime 54 minutes)
Screening on Thu 6/18 at 10pm:
- A Cat Under the Wheels
- Marie's Ambition
- Klaustrophobia
After Dark Program 2 (Runtime 56 minutes)
Screening on Fri 6/19 at 10pm:
- The Sentry
- Gumboro
- The Date is at 9
After Dark Program 3 (Runtime 49 minutes)
Screening on Sat 6/20 at 10pm:
- Buffalo
- Pigmentosa
- Mira
- The Inspector
After Dark Program 4 (Runtime 46 minutes)
Screening on Sun 6/21 at 10pm:
- Little Soldier
- Bond
- My Pleasure, Estela
- A Chaotic Journey
Documentary Program
Experience the power and art of documentary storytelling that highlights real life, provokes thought, inspires action and fosters empathy. This year’s two programs feature six films that feature Utah stories.
Documentary Program 1 (Runtime 48 minutes)
Screening on Fri 6/19 at 4pm:
- The Flamenco Club
- As It All Burns
- Mom & Max
- Soil Color
Documentary Program 2 (Runtime 49 minutes)
Screening on Sat 6/20 at 4pm:
- Living with a Visionary
- Metacíclica
- Bears in Hot Tubs
Experimental Program
Creativity knows no bounds as these filmmakers play with animation, drama, and documentary styles with an innovative eye to the craft.
Experimental Program (Runtime 59 minutes)
Screening on Fri 6/19 at 8pm and Sun 6/21 at 8pm:
- Venus: Fate's End
- Goodbye to All That
- Not Dead
- Dynamics
- Bubba
- Digital Evangelism
Utahn Program
Support the local talent and catch these short films that represent the best and brightest of Utahns on the film horizon.
Utahn Program 1 (Runtime 88 minutes)
Screening on Fri 6/19 at 2pm:
- Ephemera, UT
- Camp Evergreen
- Sissy
- The Ashes
- Utah's Vertical Fronteir
- Imperfect Offerings
- Date Night
- Can I Put You on Hold?
Utahn Program 2 (Runtime 86 minutes)
Screening on Sat 6/20 at 2pm:
- Dead Air
- Java Jive
- Waterlogged
- That Hideous Place
- Resonance
- The Dying Tree
- Ripple
Kids! Program
The KIDS! Program includes 10 films that will captivate young (and old) hearts and minds alike with vibrant characters and rich storytelling. Join us as we spark imagination and inspire the next generation of storytellers. Films are generally appropriate for ages 5 and up.
Kids! Program (Runtime 1 Hour)
Screening on Fri 6/19 at 12:15pm, Sat 6/20 at 12:15pm, and Sun 6/21 at 12:15pm:
- 3 Captains
- The Magic Flashlight
- Prout
- Willow
- A Night with Monkey Gino
- A Very Special Meal
- High Beam
- The Anomaly
- boxboy Jr. Cardboard Box Adventures
- Derring-Do
The Films
Thank you to the filmmakers who participated in the 2026 Fear No Film program!
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