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Tessa Thompson's 'Seeds' Wins Sundance Prize, Gains Momentum

11/29/2025

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Tessa Thompson (actress) and Viva Maude executive produce the documentary Seeds, directed by Brittany Shyne.
The film won the U.S. Documentary Grand Jury Prize at Sundance and spotlights Black generational farmers in the American South.
It also earned nominations for Critics Choice Awards and Cinema Eye Honors.
Tessa Thompson will receive the Tribute Award at the Gotham Awards.
Seeds is set for a qualifying theatrical release after festival screenings.

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Story summary

Tessa Thompson (actress) and Viva Maude executive produce the documentary Seeds, directed by Brittany Shyne.
The film won the U.S. Documentary Grand Jury Prize at Sundance and spotlights Black generational farmers in the American South.
It also earned nominations for Critics Choice Awards and Cinema Eye Honors.
Tessa Thompson will receive the Tribute Award at the Gotham Awards.
Seeds is set for a qualifying theatrical release after festival screenings.