Venice, Sundance, and the New Film Festival Hierarchy
The Town with Matthew Belloni
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Sundance and the Evolving Film Festival Landscape
This chapter highlights the importance of the Sundance Film Festival in the North American film industry, examining its role in film acquisitions and the impact of its relocation to Boulder. It discusses the logistical challenges of this move, the hierarchy of film festivals, and the interplay of glamour and recognition in the festival culture. Additionally, the chapter reflects on the distinctive qualities of various festivals, focusing on the balance between independent films and mainstream productions.
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