Sundance 2016: NEXT in pictures

by Tayarisha Poe, Bernardo Britto, Andy Appelle, Jared Raab, Shane Bruce Johnston, Courtesy of Sundance Film Festival, Amber Wilkinson, Cory Fraiman Lott, Helene Louvart

Described as: "Pure, bold works distinguished by an innovative, forward-thinking approach to storytelling populate this program. Digital technology paired with unfettered creativity promises that the films in this section will shape a “greater” next wave in American cinema."

The 10 films that will compete in the NEXT section at the 2016 Sundance Film Festival - click on the images for a larger view. Read more from the festival.

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