Sundance 2026 Film Sales Update: Movies with Distribution Deals

Here’s a breakdown of the ⁣documentaries⁢ and films described in the ⁣text, organized for clarity:

1. Brittany⁢ Griner Documentary

* Director: Alexandria Stapleton
*⁣ Distributor: Not specified
*‍ Buzz: Focuses on basketball star Brittany Griner’s detention and the media/political attention⁣ surrounding her case. the ‍director previously worked on “Sean Combs: The Reckoning.”

2. “Give Me the Ball!”

*⁢ Section: Premieres
* Distributor: ESPN
* ⁤ Directors: Liz Garbus and Elizabeth Wolff
* Buzz: A portrait of Billie Jean King, exploring her hidden struggles with sexual orientation and eating disorders, going beyond a typical sports documentary.

3. “in the Blink of an⁤ Eye”

* Section: Premieres
* Distributor: Searchlight Pictures
* ⁣ Director: ⁢ Andrew‍ Stanton
* Buzz: ⁢ A live-action feature (Stanton’s ‍frist sence 2012’s “John Carter”) told in three time periods – ancient times, modern day, and the⁤ distant future – and explores themes of⁢ hope and the circle of life.

4. “The Moment”

* ⁢ Image is provided, but no other details ⁤are given. It⁢ appears to be a film or documentary with a visual focus,⁤ as indicated by the image.