Vacation Rentals Park City - Moose Management

  • Home
  • Rental Homes
    • Vacation Homes by Size
      • Rooms, Studios & One Bedrooms
      • Two Bedrooms
      • Three Bedrooms
      • Four Bedrooms
      • Five Bedrooms & Larger
    • Vacation Homes by Area
      • Park City / Kimball Junction
        • Crestview
        • Newpark
        • Bear Hollow Village
        • Foxpoint at Redstone
        • Powderwood Condos
      • Park City / Canyons Resort
        • Timber Wolf
        • Westgate Park City
      • Downtown / Park City Mountain Resort
        • Ski Team Condos
        • Three Kings
      • Downtown / Prospector Square
        • Prospector Condos
        • Canyon Crossing
        • Carriage House Condos
      • Park City / Deer Valley Resort
        • Sunspot Condos
      • Deer Valley Mayflower Resort / West Jordanelle
        • Stillwater Lodge
        • Fox Bay
      • Park City Area / East Jordanelle
        • Black Rock Ridge
        • Park’s Edge
        • Retreat at Jordanelle
        • Jordanelle Estates
        • Wasatch Springs
      • Cottonwood Heights / Cottonwood Canyons
    • Homes for Lease
    • Luxury Estate Homes
    • Pet-Friendly Homes
    • Promotions and Deals
  • Reservation Info
  • Guest Services
    • Transportation
    • Ski & Snowboard Rentals (P/U, Delivery, Storage, Tuning)
    • Grocery Delivery and Personal Chef
    • Baby Equipment Rental + Child Care Services
    • Real Estate Info
    • In Home Massage and Spa
    • Luggage, Packing and Shipping
  • Activities
    • Ski Resorts – Park City
    • Ski Resorts – Cottonwood Canyon
    • Advanced Ski Excursions
    • Snow Tubing Hills
    • Film & Performing Arts
    • Outdoor Adventure
    • Fitness and Recreation Centers
    • Jordanelle Rentals & Lofty Peaks Adventures
    • Aqua Zone
    • Hiking & Biking
    • Park City and Area Public Golf Courses
    • Take Flight!
  • Dining
  • Rental Management
  • Blog
  • FAQ
  • About
  • Owners
  • Contact

Jan 16 2020

Sundance Film Festival 2020

Though the cheer of the holiday season may be over, there’s still plenty of glitz and glamour ahead as the iconic Sundance Film Festival heads to Park City from January 23 through February 2, 2020.

What is the Sundance Film Festival?

Founded by acclaimed actor Robert Redford, the Sundance Film Festival is a multi-day celebration of independent cinema. It showcases new work from independent filmmakers from the US and internationally and hosts various daily discussions, workshops and live music events. Hundreds of films have found their footing at Sundance and went on to enjoy critical acclaim and widespread recognition. As the largest festival of its kind in the US, Sundance attracts more than 125,000 people annually and is open to the public. 

If you’d like to attend for the sheer star power, you’ll be in good company. Though the list of A-list stars who attended in 2019 is long and varied, a few include Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Viola Davis, Zac Efron and of course, Robert Redford.

History

Interestingly, the Sundance Film Festival began simply. In the early 1960s, Robert Redford was taking a cross-country motorcycle trip when discovered the remote and rugged beauty of Provo Canyon and Mt. Timpanogos. By the late 1960s, he had purchased 5,000 acres and named it after his seminal role in Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. Later that year, he opened the Sundance Mountain Resort. 

In the early 1980s, the Sundance Institute was launched, as a means of giving a voice to the unheard stories of independent filmmakers. 

The first Sundance Film Festival was held in 1985. In the 35 years since it has offered a platform from which the careers of leading filmmakers have been launched. Some of these now-household names include Steven Soderberg, Quentin Tarantino and the Coen Brothers. 

The Movies of Sundance

You may be surprised to know that, through the decades, some of the most celebrated films in terms of box office appeal and Academy Awards nominations and wins got their start at the Sundance Film Festival. 

Films such as “Napoleon Dynamite”, “Four Weddings and a Funeral”, “Little Miss Sunshine”, “The Usual Suspects” and “Reservoir Dogs” all got their start at Sundance. 

Sundance Film Festival 2020

So what’s on tap for this year? Plenty! Click to see the festival program guide or if you’d like to know what movie is playing where, visit the Sundance schedule.

Tips and Tricks

To survive Sundance 2020, please follow these simple tips: 

Don’t forget that Park City is COLD. Daytime highs average between 12 and 33 degrees. Remember, layers are your friend, always have extra socks and gloves and most of all, wear appropriate shoes.

Do HYDRATE, HYDRATE, HYDRATE. Park City is at an elevation of 7,000’. It’s very dry and you’re likely not used to that altitude.

Speaking of altitude, don’t drink alcohol and be prepared to take it easy for the first 24 hours. Allow your body to adjust so you don’t develop altitude sickness. Oh, and did we mention HYDRATE? Drink another glass of water.

Plan your schedule in advance, without being too rigid and don’t forget to factor in commuting time.

Make sure you have healthy snacks on you at all times. And water.

There is no “right” way to do Sundance. Don’t feel compelled to follow the crowd. Find the films and programs that speak to you and participate in those.

Most of all, enjoy the excitement and anticipation in the air. You may well be the first to discover the next great film and/or filmmaker of our time.  How’s that for bragging rights??

Written by vacrentalparkc · Categorized: Park City Events · Tagged: sundance film festival

  • Park City Snow Report

  • Memberships – Affiliations

    Associate MemberPark City Board of Realtors
    MemberPark City Chamber of Commerce
    MemberPark City Area Lodging Association
    MemberVacation Rental Management Association
    MemberSki Utah
    Business PartnerLocals First Utah
    BrokerageAdvantage Management and Real Estate Services
    -governs stays of 30 nights or longer
  • Contact Information

    Moose Management Vacation Rentals
    Park City, UT

    Address: Box 981671, Park City, UT 84098-1671
    Email: Info@VacationRentalsPC.com
    Phone:  435-714-6544 (voice & text)
    Fax: 435-214-2280

    Download our Hospitality App for: Property specific information, including check-in/out instructions, directions, maps, access codes, etc. Information on local services, activities and dining. Important notifications. …and so much more!

© 2022 Vacation Rentals Park City – Moose Management All rights reserved.

Powered by

Request More Info