The event will make Chicago the first U.S. city to host a Sundance film and artist event outside of Park City, Utah, the home of the well-known Sundance Film Festival, the event, Sundance Institute x Chicago 2024, will take place June 28, 29 and 30. The event will make Chicago the first U.S.
occasion for our city," a statement from Mayor Brandon Johnson said in the release."It not only celebrates our rich filmmaking heritage, but also provides an unparalleled platform for our local talent to engage with industry leaders and decision-makers." "This event is a shining example of our commitment to enriching Chicago's cultural landscape and fostering an environment where the arts can thrive," the statement continued.The summer event will include screenings of four films from the 2024 Sundance Film Festival in January, along with Q&As with filmmakers, the release said.
"To know the history and landscape of independent storytelling is to know that Chicago has always been a home and a source of inspiration for artists, many of whom have ties to Sundance through our Festival and artist support programs," Eugene Hernandez, festival director and head of public programming at the Sundance Institute said in the release.