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In 1969, Robert Redford bought 5,000 acres in Utah to protect wilderness. 57 years later, 3,343 acres remain protected from development at Sundance Mountain Resort today

Robert Redford’s connection to Utah’s wilderness began with a motorcycle trip and grew into the creation of Sundance Mountain Resort and a lasting commitment to conservation. In 1969, he purchased 5,000 acres, named the land Sundance and designated a vast majority as a wilderness preserve. Today, more than 70% of…

The Economic Times · Sep 11

Boulder is opening homes to Sundance visitors through a new license – who stands to benefit?

When the Sundance Film Festival begins in Boulder, Colorado, on Jan. 21, 2027, tens of thousands of filmmakers and moviegoers will descend on the city. The influx of film aficionados will bring a problem familiar to cities that host large events: Those out-of-town visitors will all need lodging at the…

The Conversation · Aug 5

Cannes Film Festival 2026: ‘It's on the US independent side that I see hope'

While the absence of major Hollywood studios has caused a stir in Cannes this year, Eugene Hernandez, director of the Sundance Film Festival, founded by the late Robert Redford, told RFI why this needn't be cause for concern.

Radio France Internationale · May 20

Who is Christian Joel Young? What we know about man arrested for racist attack on Maxwell Frost

A man has been arrested in connection with a racially charged attack on Florida Democratic Rep. Maxwell Frost that took place during a private event linked to the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah.

The Times of India · Jan 25

Democratic Rep. Frost Was Told Trump Would Deport Him And Punched In The Face: 'I Am Okay'

Democratic Rep. Maxwell Frost said he was assaulted at the Sundance Film Festival, where a man told him Trump would deport him and punched him in the face before running away.

Latin Times · Jan 25

Who is Maxwell Frost? Florida Democrat punched in racial attack at Sundance Film Festival

Florida Democratic Rep. Maxwell Frost said he was punched in the face during a racist assault Friday night while attending a private party connected to the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah.

The Times of India · Jan 25

Natalie Portman, Seth Rogen, Jenna Ortega arrive for Sundance Film Festival premieres

The Sundance Film Festival features the world premieres of two comedies on Saturday

The Independent UK · Jan 24

Channing Tatum, Olivia Wilde and Charli xcx arrive at Sundance Film Festival for premieres

The Sundance Film Festival is buzzing with excitement as Channing Tatum, Olivia Wilde, and Charli XCX movies premiere back-to-back at the Eccles Theater in Park City, Utah

The Independent UK · Jan 23

Sundance kicks off in Utah with powerful premieres and emotional tributes to Robert Redford

The Sundance Film Festival kicks off Thursday morning in Utah, marking the first year without founder Robert Redford

The Independent UK · Jan 22

The Sundance Film Festival prepares to bid farewell to Park City, and Robert Redford

The Sundance Film Festival kicks off Thursday in Park City, Utah, marking its final year there

The Independent UK · Jan 19