The Elephant in the Room

Institute History

  • 2026 Sundance Institute | Sandbox Fund

Description

An all-archival adventure documentary that explores the creation of the American Museum of Natural History. Told through the interconnected stories of its extraordinary artifacts, the museum reveals a deep human desire to freeze time, amass treasures, and understand our place in the world.

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