Sundance Premiere 'Free Leonard Peltier' Highlights Ongoing Justice Struggle

The documentary "Free Leonard Peltier" premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, directed by David France and Jesse Short Bull. The film examines the case of Leonard Peltier, an Indigenous activist imprisoned since 1977, and the continued advocacy for his release.

Produced by a team including N. Bird Runningwater, Jodi Archambault, and Jhane Myers, the project features contributions from numerous Indigenous artists and organizers. The premiere brought together cast, crew, and supporters to amplify the call for justice.

The Sundance debut marks a significant platform for the documentary's message, connecting the historical case to contemporary movements for Indigenous rights and criminal justice reform. The film aims to renew public attention on Peltier's case as advocacy efforts continue.

This brief draws on reporting from Sundance Institute.