Sundance Film Festival...Robert Redford to screen flicks across pond in London! A gamble?

 



In a bid to spread the good word about the wonders of celluloid and Independent film (now a major U.S. export overseas) and its ability to touch and inspire the human spirit, officials at Robert Redford's "Sundance Film Festival" announced ambitious plans to launch a version of the Utah-based fest overseas in the heart of London.

The much-ballyhooed cultural reach is slated for an ceremonious unveiling next year (to run April 26th thru the 29th).

In addition to an eclectic string of thought-provoking insightful movies, Redford's "baby" is known for, there will be a stimulating calendar of events that range from live stage performances, to industry panels on a myriad of filmmaker topics, and insightful one-on-one interviews with high-profile celebs on the independent film landscape.

"It is our mutual goal to provide the U.K. with the very best in current American Independent Cinema, to introduce the artists responsible for it, and in essence help build a picture of our country that is broadly reflective of the diversity of voices not always seen in our cultural exports," the respected actor underscored in a press release in recent days.

Will there be as keen an interest in Sundance "picks" (which usually set filmmaking trends) across the big pond as there is on these shores?

News at 11!

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From heartthrob to respected film director!

Asian Art Museum...Ghosts & Golden Clouds Exhibition in San Francisco! Win free tickets!

This Thursday, the Asian Art Museum is tossing a spooky celebration,  sure to send a shiver up-and-down the spine.

Without doubt - the intriguing exhibit - Ghosts and Golden Clouds - also promises to be a stimulating cultural experience as well.

Master storyteller Brenda Wong Aoki, award-winning contemporary jazz composer Mark Izu, and an ensemble of percussion, saxophone, koto, shakuhachi, and taiko drums will perform dramatic, haunting tales about restless ghosts,  things that go bump in the night, and eerie reminders of the consequences of the remains of the day.
At this final MATCHA presentation of the year, guests may participate in a timely art activity (creative individuals are invited to craft a Noh Mask), take a docent tour, or marvel at a dazzling collection of exquisite Japanese screens which span over five centuries.

At the - Beyond Golden Clouds exhibit - art-lovers will also have the opportunity to win a gallery membership.

A membership opens the door to 6500 years of history across seven major regions of Asia by way of ongoing presentations in a handful of exhibition halls at the Museum , for starters, and is an exciting prize to win.

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