It was the first in-person press conference since Sundance went virtual over the last two years.
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Its a very powerful documentary, we felt it was important to add.
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We saw it practically yesterday.
It challenges existing narratives and asks tough questions.
The pic premieres Friday at 8:30 p.m. MT at the Park Avenue Theatre.
They create a space where we come together to celebrate film and new voices.
They can shake you, they take risks…they challenge the status quo, said Vicente.
How do we call attention for these individual films?
Vicente said that whether Sundance remains a hybrid festival going forward remains an open question.
Digital subscriptions were great, and signifies a demand for the festival to be seen in such fashion.
Where does such fare stand with the fest going forward?
Thats the space that Sundance occupies.
I dont think we should shy away from controversial films.
This was followed by long-running festival director John Coopers exit in 2020.
Jackson departed in June last year, with Yutani promoted to the senior leadership team.
Former TIFF co-head and indie producer Vicente was named Sundance Institute CEO in September 2021.
