It’s that time of year again! The time of year we get to meet emerging filmmakers and watch their creative, original, risk-taking films at the Sundance Film Festival. Not only are we networking and enjoying amazing films, but we are bringing some fun surprises to the festival this year.
In today’s episode, No Film School’s GG Hawkins, Ryan Koo, and Jo Light discuss:
- Why the Sundance volunteers are so important to the spirit of the festival
- Running into people we haven’t seen in over a decade
- Hosting a No Film School party at Sundance this year
- An online giveaway for No Film School listeners
- Films we love and films we have mixed feelings about
- Being unexpectedly moved by a beautiful zombie film
- An unconventional pairing that gives a fresh perspective on love
- Stories that encourage us to bring more originality to our work
- Being independent from what’s considered “commercially viable”
- Why you need to watch the documentary lineup at Sundance
Memorable Quotes
- “This is what I come to Sundance for…This is an original idea that is audacious and creative. It’s something I have never seen before.” [20:00]
- “We are not here to be critics. We are not here to give films grades. We are here to be inspired as filmmakers.” [21:00]
- “What we come here to see is risk taking.” [32:12]
- “We’re all in this community together. We are all trying to get movies made. It’s harder than ever.” [35:21]
Mentioned
Online Giveaway: Enter to Win
Freaky Tales - Directed by: Anna Boden & Ryan Fleck
How to Have Sex - Directed by: Molly Manning Walker
Layla - Directed by: Amrou Al-Kadhi
Handling the Undead - Directed by: Thea Hvistendahl
Love Me - Directed by: Sam & Andy Zuchero
Your Monster - Directed by: Caroline Lindy
Seeking Mavis Beacon - Directed by: Jazmin Jones
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