43rd Telluride Film Festival

The 43rd Telluride Film Festival took place on September 2–5, 2016, in Telluride, Colorado, United States.

Director Volker Schlöndorff was appointed as the year's guest director. Telluride honored Casey Affleck, Amy Adams, and Pablo Larraín as the Silver Medallion awardees. The festival line-up was announced on September 1, 2016.

Guest Director's Selections
The films were selected and presented by the year's guest director, Volker Schlöndorff.

Student Prints
The selection was curated and introduced by Gregory Nava. It selected the best student-produced work around the world.

Calling Cards
The selection was curated by Barry Jenkins. It selected new works from promising filmmakers.

Great Expectations
The selection was curated by Barry Jenkins.

Frontlot/Backlot
The selection included behind-the-scene movies and portraits of artists, musicians, and filmmakers.

Silver Medallion

 * Casey Affleck
 * Amy Adams
 * Pablo Larraín