During Sundance 2023, discussions revolved around the festival's uncertain future, including its potential relocation from Park City in 2027. Candidates for the new location include Boulder, Cincinnati, and Salt Lake City. This year's festival saw a notable downsizing in size and scope, with an alarmingly weak dramatic competition, while the documentary section thrived. Despite the pandemic's push toward virtual options, many films remain difficult to access, highlighting the festival's unique but confusing integration of both live and virtual experiences.
It's become increasingly clear that Sundance will likely relocate outside Park City in 2027, with potential new homes including Boulder, Cincinnati, and Salt Lake.
This year's festival felt reduced in both size and scope, implying a potential downsizing before a significant move.
The documentary competition stood out this year, contrasting with a generally weak dramatic competition marked by underwhelming dramas and misplaced ambitious projects.
Sundance's virtual screenings remain one of the most frustratingly well-kept secrets, offering access to films otherwise not readily available.
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