Trent Harris

Trent Harris is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Film & Media Arts department at the University of Utah. Known as one of America's premiere cult directors, his work includes the acclaimed Beaver Trilogy and documentaries for NBC, PBS, and National Geographic Explorer. He currently produces his seventh feature film, Welcome To The Rubber Room.

Education:

• MFA in Film, University of Utah (1977)
• MFA in Directing Film, American Film Institute (1985)

Research focuses on experimental and independent filmmaking, with works showcased globally at Sundance, Lincoln Center, and MoMA. His papers/films are archived at the University of Utah's Marriott Library Special Collections.

Awards Overview (selected):

• 2015 Saint Louis International Film Festival Contemporary Cinema Award
• 2001 Los Angeles Critics Association Douglas Edwards Award
• Multiple PBS/National Geographic accolades

Teaching spans two decades with courses like Directing Independent Film and Special Topics in Production. Recent teaching engagements include Spring 2024's Directing Independent Film course.