The IMDb Studio at Sundance

- Season 3

(2017)

Kevin Smith shares some useful words and phrases to help moviegoers sound smart when discussing the latest independent film selections from Sundance Film Festival 2017.

From Chris Nolan to Quentin Tarantino and every Coen brother in between, many of today's most popular directors got their start at the Sundance Film Festival. Here's a list of some of the biggest names to go from Sundance to Hollywood prominence.

Kevin Smith shares how he launched his career at the Sundance Film Festival, from his meteoric rise with 'Clerks' to his return to glory with 'Chasing Amy.'

Through the art of interpretive dance, Kevin Smith provides synopses for some of Sundance's buzziest films.

Kristen Stewart drops by the IMDb Studio at Sundance to chat with Kevin Smith on the experience of directing her first movie, 'Come Swim.'

Kristen Stewart explains to Kevin Smith the inspiration behind her new film, 'Come Swim.'

Teresa Palmer talks to Kevin Smith about her latest film, the emotional and intense 'Berlin Syndrome.'

Can you imagine having to be Harry Potter's first kiss? Teresa Palmer explains just how much pressure she felt from Daniel Radcliffe's fans.

Zoey Deutch, Medalion Rahimi, Cynthy Wu, Jennifer Beals, and Ry Russo-Young chat with Kevin Smith about their angsty teen drama-mystery, screening at the 2017 Sundance Film Festival.

Jaime King, Jason Ritter, and filmmaker Marianna Palka share the provocative story of a woman whose life is so bad she mentally becomes a dog.

'I Don't Feel at Home in This World Anymore' stars Elijah Wood and Melanie Lynskey discuss how their experience on Peter Jackson films has prepared them for director Macon Blair's latest work.

'The Little Hours' was filmed in scenic Tuscany, Italy, which provided a beautiful backdrop but also a challenge for production.

A historical television series that focuses on the impact of the Underground Railroad during the 19th century, "Underground" offers viewers a message of social progress that's just as relevant in 2017.

Matt Bomer, Josh Wiggins, Bill Pullman, and directors Alex and Andrew Smith discuss how 'Walking Out' is a generational father-and-son tale.

Former professional wrestling star Dave Bautista explains how performing in front of a wrestling audience couldn't be further from acting in a feature film.

'Bushwick' star Dave Bautista and directors Cary Murnion and Jonathan Millott discuss their unconventional film and how they broke away from the normal cinema to share a crazy concept.

Lily Collins, Keanu Reeves, Carrie Preston, and director Marti Noxon discuss their personal connections to the characters of their Sundance film.

Director Geremy Jasper and stars Danielle Macdonald, Bridget Everett, and Cathy Moriarty discuss their Sundance-buzzy film, which follows the story of an unlikely aspiring rapper from New Jersey.

Stars Kevin Bacon, Griffin Dunne, Kathryn Hahn, and Lily Mojekwu help explain the story behind Amazon Studios' latest series, which follows a married couple's obsession with a professor.

Griffin Dunne reflects on his lifelong friendship with Carrie Fisher and how recent events would have heartened her.

Director Jack Henry Robbins and his father, producer Tim Robbins, have collaborated for quite some time before his most recent Sundance offering.

Director Taylor Sheridan and stars Elizabeth Olsen and Jeremy Renner discuss their buzzworthy thriller set on a Native American reservation.

'Wind River' stars Elizabeth Olsen and Jeremy Renner appreciate the opportunity to work on blockbusters, but they value the experience of smaller films.

IMDb Founder and CEO Col Needham, Editor Arno Kazarian, and Kevin Smith take to Facebook Live to discuss the trending the movies and stars at the Sundance 2017.

Director Brett Haley wrote his latest film, 'The Hero,' specifically for legendary actors Sam Elliott and Katharine Ross.

Director Alex Ross Perry and star Adam Horowitz explain how their indie drama set in Brooklyn came together.

During his time on "George Lopez," Nick Offerman locked lips with Sandra Bullock, and things quickly got out of hand. Get the full story.

Zoey Deutch, Sam Elliot, Teresa Palmer, Kevin Bacon, and more share their hilarious (and usually awkward) first on-screen kiss stories.

IMDb Founder and CEO Col Needham, Editor Arno Kazarian, and Kevin Smith take to Facebook Live to discuss the trending the movies and stars at the Sundance 2017.

Salma Hayek, John Lithgow, Connie Britton, and Amy Landecker discuss the power and allure of director Miguel Arteta's script and the importance of anniversaries.

Michaela Watkins, Kyle Mooney, and Jorge Lendeborg Jr. help summarize the meaning of this offbeat drama about a children's TV show, though it takes a team effort to do so.

Logan Lerman, Elle Fanning, Michelle Monaghan, Blake Jenner, and director Shawn Christensen describe the characters behind this Sundance drama, which follows the challenges of love and life among twentysomethings.

Jon Hamm, Geena Davis, Lois Smith, Tim Robbins, and director Michael Almereyda provide the backstory for this film adaptation of Jordan Harrison's play.

'Marjorie Prime' star Tim Robbins reflects on the enduring popularity of 'Shawshank Redemption' with filmgoers across the globe.

Actor-writer-director Zoe Lister-Jones explains the premise behind her Sundance comedy where a couple turns their fights into songs in order to save their marriage.

Director Gillian Robespierre along with Jenny Slate, Edie Falco, and Abby Quinn reveal why their Manhattan-based comedy could only be set decades ago.

Peter Dinklage, Julia Ormond, Martin Donovan, and director Mark Palansky share the story of their sci-fi mystery, which focuses on the ability to record and play a person's memory.

Anne Heche, Thomas Sadoski, AnnJewel Lee Dixon, and director Mark Pellington share what it was like to work with film legend Shirley MacLaine.

'The Last Word' star Shirley MacLaine discusses how her latest film project is a natural extension of her legendary screen career.

Director Danny Strong, Nicholas Hoult, and Zoey Deutch explore the life and legacy of one of literature's most enigmatic authors.

Elizabeth Olsen, Tim Robbins, and more reveal how frigid conditions can make any job seem less glamorous.

Elle Fanning, Elijah Wood, and more share stories of their most awkward and embarrassing auditions.

Jon Hamm, Salma Hayek, and more reveal what careers they would have gone had if they hadn't found success in entertainment.

The vibrant cast of comedic actors discuss their film about a convent of nuns who take in a runaway (Dave Franco) only to have things quickly move from the spiritual to the lascivious.