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Sundance 2015: Sneak peek of buzzy films rife with comedy and controversy
The laughter at Sundance usually is reserved for the parties not the movie screenings, but this year’s slate at the earnest, indie film fest includes some promising comedies on the big screen. Still, the Fest would not be complete without tales of sexual abuse, prison experiments and an investigation into Scientology.
Last night, Sundance founder Robert Redford kicked off the event. He spoke about the art and the business of filmmaking, and called the business of movie distribution “weird.” “What's in distributors' minds? What moves them? What galvanizes them? I don't know," said Redford.
What films and trends are you keen to hear about from Sundance?
Guest:
Claudia Puig, film critic for KPCC and USA today