The TromaDance Film Festival has awarded director Anna Biller its top prize for her feature film VIVA, which premiered at the 2007 festival in Park City, Utah. TromaDance Founder Lloyd Kaufman will present Ms. Biller with the Kodak Independent Spirit Award tonight at the New York premiere of her film at the Anthology Film Archives.

The Kodak Independent Spirit Award is the only prize awarded at TromaDance. It is given to filmmakers who, through their art and dedication to truly independent cinema, best represent the philosophy behind the TromaDance Film Festival. Previous winners include Jenna Fischer (NBC’s The Office), and Giuseppe Andrews (Cabin Fever, Independence Day).

TromaDance is an independent film festival held annually in Park City during the Sundance period, and is now entering its ninth year. It is the first film festival wholeheartedly devoted to filmmakers and fans. Unlike almost every other film festival, TromaDance does not charge filmmakers to submit their films. Entrance to all screenings is free and open to the public. Also, there are no VIP reservations or preferential treatment regarding films, panels, or parties of any kind given. The organizers of TromaDance believe films are meant to be seen, especially when it comes to new filmmakers. Art — in all its forms — is for the people!