The Sundance Film Festival is contemplating a relocation in 2027, and three finalist cities—Salt Lake City, Cincinnati, and Boulder—are competing for the honor. IndieWire spoke to film commissioners from these cities to present pitches highlighting their unique offerings. Salt Lake City boasts venues like the Eccles Theatre and a supportive cinephile community, with strong year-round programming and a range of available lodging. Sundance's decision will consider venue availability, lodging, affordability, and accessibility as crucial factors before announcing its choice this spring.
"There's a lot of standalone, big, purpose-built theaters... We would be enthusiastic to find locations that meet [Sundance's] needs."
With everything we know now, we don't envy the choice they have to make.
Salt Lake City could also expand into many other performing arts facilities, theaters, restaurants, and Music Cafe options.
IndieWire decided to hear the pitches that will help Sundance make its decision and talk to the people who know those cities best.
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