Robert Redford's Last Film Was Done in Cincinnati

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CINCINNATI, OH— Film Cincinnati joins the global film community in mourning the passing of Robert Redford, an Academy Award-winning actor, director and founder of the Sundance Institute and Sundance Film Festival. Redford’s groundbreaking career shaped modern American cinema, and his influence extended all the way to Cincinnati, where he filmed his final feature, The Old Man & the Gun, in 2017.

“We are deeply saddened by the passing of Robert Redford, who shaped American cinema for decades, championed independent filmmaking and left a lasting imprint right here in Ohio. His final feature film, The Old Man & the Gun, was filmed in Cincinnati and surrounding communities—showing that our region has been part of his storied legacy,” said Kristen Schlotman, President & CEO of Film Cincinnati.

Redford’s career spanned more than six decades, from his star-making roles in Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and The Sting to directing Ordinary People, which earned him an Academy Award. His founding of the Sundance Film Festival helped establish independent film as a force in American culture. Cincinnati was one of three finalists in the national search for Sundance’s new home, underscoring how Redford’s influence continues to intersect with the Queen City’s strong film identity.

“At this moment, as Cincinnati hosts the Association of Film Commissioners International conference, Redford’s work reminds us how film bridges local places to global stages. His life’s work reinforces what we already believe: Ohio is not simply a backdrop for filmmaking, but a home for creators and stories that resonate worldwide,” Schlotman said.

Film Cincinnati continues to honor Redford’s legacy by welcoming productions of all sizes to the region, fostering opportunities for filmmakers, and ensuring that the city remains a hub for storytelling that reaches audiences around the world.

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