That's actually really good odds. 2. activematrix99 • 1 yr. ago. 9000 x $65 is $585,000. In other words, a massively successful (and already well funded) film festival makes half a million dollars by rejecting more than 99% of submissions. Film festivals are a scam. 6. As a champion and curator of independent stories, the nonprofit Sundance Institute provides and preserves the space for artists in film and episodic storytelling to create and thrive. Robert Redford founded the Institute in 1981 to foster independence, risk-taking, and new voices in American film. That year, 10 emerging filmmakers were invited Sundance Film Festival. One of the most prestigious events on the cinematic calendar, the Sundance Film Festival has long been a champion of experimental filmmaking. Held annually in Park City, Utah, it offers an exciting and diverse lineup of films that push the boundaries of storytelling. History Prior to this year’s Sundance Film Festival final submission deadline (September 14), Film Independent will offer an extended Q&A with Sundance Film Festival programmers Sudeep Sharma and Ana Souza. They will discuss Sundance’s programming philosophy, what types of films they look for, and the do’s and don’ts for submitting a project. oDt683.

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