Statements from local officials were immediate Wednesday in the wake of an announcement that Sundance Film Festival was entertaining a possible scene change
by Matthew Jacobson, KUTVThe Sundance Film Festival is seen in this undated KUTV file photo. Statements from local officials were immediate Wednesday in the wake of an announcement that Sundance Film Festival was entertainingFestival organizers on April 17 stated they were launching a Request for Information process, opening the door for other cities to put in a bid for the festival - and its revenue-generating, star-studded spoils.
The institute said that an RFI was the "responsible way to evaluate, consider and imagine the best possible future" for the Sundance Film Festival and everyone involved. Park City Mayor Nann Worel released a statement just minutes after Sundance's announcement, championing the partnership the city has had with the festival since it moved from Salt Lake City in the 80s.When the Sundance Film Festival first came to Park City in 1985, it was buoyed by a tight knit and passionate group of individuals who worked together to provide a voice for independent storytellers that became impactful beyond anyone’s imagination.
We appreciate our partnership with Sundance, and we want the Festival to remain here for another 40 years. We will not be alone in the effort to ensure that Utah remains host to diverse new voices from around the globe. With gratitude to the thousands of volunteers, our dedicated workforce, our residents, and the passion of our visitor and resident film lovers — we will work collaboratively with all our state and local partners on next steps.
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