Directors, Screenwriters and Producers: Daryl Wein, Zoe Lister-Jones — On the last day on Earth, one woman goes on a journey through LA to make it to her last party before the world ends, running into an eclectic cast of characters along the way. World Premiere, Narrative. Screening canceled due to weather. World Premiere, Documentary. Sun, Jan 31 at pm. Cast: Clifton Collins Jr. Use one of those. Prospector Square is a sleepy residential area on the outskirts of downtown Park City.
The theater at its heart is a lovely convention center. It hosts everything from family reunions to weddings. But it becomes a bustling Sundance Film Festival venue each January. This space becomes an intimate, comfortable theater for festival screenings. Tiered theater seats and a lobby snack bar add to the cinematic experience.
You can find the theater just a short detour from the main highway on the cusp of downtown Park City. Grabbing a bus to the venue is a cinch. It is already a major transit stop on the city transportation system.
Another commercial theater, this smaller multiplex has four screens with standard theater seating and amenities. During the Sundance Film Festival, it gives up some of its commercial film slots for Festival screenings. The viewing experience is front and center here. A full-service snack bar really helps you get into the cinematic mood.
Shuttles headed from Main Street or Kimball Junction all drive right by it. Image Salt Lake Tribune. This is the newest of the Sundance Film Festival venues. In fact, it used to be a sporting-goods store. The Sundance Institute has taken great pains to expand the derelict retail space into a state-of-the-art theatrical paradise.
It sports cutting-edge sound systems and comfy seats. The Ray Theatre is also the new VR exhibit space for the festival. These smaller VR spaces highlight the future of interactive entertainment. There was major awards buzz for the film as well, especially for Parker, its writer, director, and star. Behind-the-scenes names — documentarians, musicians, editors — also have the chance to get spotted at Sundance.
And only four of those women were people of color. Sundance also makes a concerted effort to elevate the voices of other minority groups. Since Sundance can act like a clearinghouse for the best independent filmmakers and talent, an increased percentage of women-led and -produced films at the festival could help increase diversity in the broader industry.
The Sundance Institute sponsors other initiatives aimed at increasing diversity in several areas in the industry, as well. One of the major initiatives in , a new press inclusion initiative , was created to boost the numbers of critics from underrepresented communities at the festival, and Sundance has continued it in , providing stipends through a competitive selection process to journalists from underrepresented groups.
Why is this necessary? A study conducted by the USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative and published in found that the most published film critics are overwhelmingly white and male; additionally, many critics from underrepresented communities work as freelance writers, and covering a festival like Sundance poses a financial hardship, even as it can substantially boost a career.
Sundance allocates some of its top-tier press passes to critics who are part of the initiative, facilitates programming to help new critics navigate the festival, and provides stipends to defray travel and lodging costs for over 50 critics and journalists from underrepresented groups. And at the end of the day — once the bidding wars and awards chatter and branding exercises have died down — the festival is vitally important for people who love good movies.
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Sundance Institute The chances of being selected are slim. Parking on surrounding streets will result in immediate towing. The Ray Park Ave.
Parking on the highway will result in immediate towing. Broadway South 15 The Grand S. State St. All patrons—whether credentialed or ticketed—must adhere to the following guidelines posted at each theatre: To guarantee admittance, Ticket and eligible Pass Holders must be in the appropriate line at least 15 minutes prior to the film's published start time.
The use of cameras or other recording equipment is strictly prohibited during the screening. Filmgoers should remember to take all personal belongings and litter with them as they exit. Any items left behind may be disposed of. The Sundance Film Festival reserves the right to search the personal belongings of any patron inside or around the premises of the theatres.
In addition, they release the above parties from any and all liability for loss or damage to person or property while they are at or around the theatre. Once inside the theatre, all cell phones and electronic devices must be turned off prior to the introduction of the film.
All filmgoers agree to comply with all published and stated rules and regulations. No babies in arms or strollers are permitted in theatres. Pets, except for service animals, are also not allowed. Don't forget to pick up your official Festival merchandise in the Festival Store. Friday, January 19 - Saturday, January 27, a. Sunday, January 28, a. Accessibility The Filmmaker Lodge, housed in the Park City Elks Building, falls under historical preservation standards and does not have an elevator.
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For times refer to the schedule. Broadway Friday, January 19 - Saturday, January 27 p. Festival Merchandise Stores Your place to find official Sundance Film Festival clothing, accessories, and collectibles.
Jan a. Jan 28 a. Jan 18 p. Jan 29 p. Jan 27 a. Jan 13 a. Egyptian Theatre, Main St. Click here for driving directions. Open to public ages 21 and over with valid ID. Two Parts Honey p. The Wandering Stars p. Mananero: Hight Desert Psychedelic Coyote p.
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