Hillary Latos
On January 27, IMDb celebrated its 35th anniversary with an exclusive dinner at the St. Regis Deer Valley, gathering entertainment’s most influential figures for a refined evening of camaraderie and conversation.
This high-profile event brought together IMDb CEO Nikki Santoro, Founder Col Needham, and Sundance Institute CEO Amanda Kelso, alongside distinguished industry executives, producers, and talent.
The evening paid homage to films from 1990, the year of IMDb’s inception, spotlighting a pivotal era that transformed how audiences engage with entertainment.
Guests indulged in a meticulously curated gourmet dining experience, accompanied by signature craft cocktails, reinforcing IMDb’s commitment to excellence in both entertainment and hospitality.
From January 24-26, IMDb hosted The IMDb Studio at the Acura House of Energy, capturing exclusive celebrity portraits and fostering engaging conversations with the industry’s leading talents.
Renowned actors Dave Franco, Alison Brie, Benedict Cumberbatch, Elijah Wood, Jesse Williams, Callum Turner, and Olivia Colman were among the stars who participated in the IMDb Studio sessions.
Notable figures such as Michelle Satter, Brenda Robinson, and Andria Wilson Mirza attended, underscoring IMDb’s ongoing support for female and underrepresented voices in entertainment.
IMDb honored Bowen Yang and Molly Gordon with its coveted Fan Favorite STARmeter Awards, recognizing their rising influence and immense popularity among IMDb’s 250 million monthly visitors.
The event provided a platform for insightful discussions on film, industry trends, and the future of entertainment, solidifying IMDb’s role as an essential resource in the cinematic world.
Attendees included Robin Bronk (The Creative Coalition), Erica Fishman (ReFrame), Sonya Passi (FreeFrom), Jeffrey Sharp (The Gotham), and Erik Feig (producer), each bringing their expertise to the dialogue.
IMDb’s enduring impact on film and entertainment journalism was a focal point, with industry professionals reflecting on its evolution from a passion project to a global powerhouse in film discovery.
With its 35th anniversary marking a major milestone, IMDb continues to set the standard for entertainment insight, discovery, and community engagement, reinforcing its significance within the industry.