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Round out your Festival experience with music, art, and conversation. From solo acts and bands performing throughout the Festival to panels and discussions that bring emerging and veteran filmmakers together with industry leaders, Off Screen offers a cultural outlet for Festivalgoers outside the theatre.

Power of Story: Making Art MatterSaturday, January 22, 3:00 p.m. (PAONE22EA)Egyptian Theatre, Park CityTicket required

We know that artwork—whether it’s film and television or in the literary, visual, and performing arts—can create real impact: alter lives, build communities, bridge cultures, and foster social change. So what steps do we need to take to enhance the role of the arts in our country? What role should public policy play, and how can artists and policy makers work together? If we are facing a crisis of creativity, what investment should we be making in arts education for children? We’ve asked a diverse group of advocates to share their vision for energizing the arts and humanities in America.

Author and screenwriter Dave Eggers (A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius, What Is the What, Zeitoun, and others) is also the cofounder of 826 Valencia and the founder of McSweeney’s publishing.

Rachel Goslins is a documentary director/producer, arts administrator, and executive director of the President’s Committee on the Arts and Humanities.

Norman Lear is a pioneering writer, producer, and director of groundbreaking television (including Sanford and Son, The Jeffersons, and All in the Family), a philanthropist, and the founder of the Norman Lear Center at USC, which studies the impact of entertainment.

Kerry Washington is an actress in film, television, and theatre, a committed arts advocate, and a member of the President’s Committee on the Arts and Humanities.

George C. Wolfe is the former producer of the Public Theater/New York Shakespeare Festival, and a Tony Award–winning theatre director, playwright, and filmmaker, whose work includes Angels in America, Bring in ‘da Noise/Bring in ‘da Funk, and Lackawanna Blues.

Power of Story: The Big IdeaFriday, January 28, 3:00 p.m. (PATHR28EA)Egyptian Theatre, Park CityTicket required

When we talk about the magic of movies, what are the mechanics of that magic? There are few things as mystifying as the creative process. Ideas are the building blocks of any creative endeavor, but where do they come from? How do we shape them using process and craft? And how do many creative minds come together to form a singular vision? In gathering a writer, editor, director, and composer together, we hope to peer behind the curtain of creativity and see the way to get from good idea to great film.

Jill Bilcock is a frequent collaborator with directors Baz Luhrmann, Sam Mendes, and Fred Schepisi. She has edited more than 25 feature films, including Moulin Rouge!, Elizabeth, Road to Perdition, and Muriel’s Wedding.

Thomas Newman is an award-winning composer and conductor who has scored more than 50 films, including American Beauty, The Shawshank Redemption, and Finding Nemo.

Sam Shepard is one of the most celebrated playwrights, screenwriters, and actors of our time. His work includes the screenplay for Paris, Texas, and his plays True West, A Lie of the Mind, and Buried Child, for which he won the Pulitzer Prize. He is a member of the Theatre Hall of Fame.

Julie Taymor is an award-winning director of theatre, opera, and film and the recipient of a MacArthur Fellowship. Her works include Fool’s Fire, The Lion King, Titus, Frida, and Across the Universe.

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The "Where Is It Written?" Sessions: Marketing in the New Indie UniverseSaturday, January 22, 1:00 p.m.A new series based on the theorem that “nobody knows anything.” Innovative ideas are often ridiculed at first, so we say any idea is a good idea.

In this session, we turn our attention to getting people’s attention. Undoubtedly, the big challenge across platforms (from the 1,000-channel universe to old-school brick and mortar) is marketing. The question isn’t how many people are out there, but how many are watching.

Film | MovementFriday, January 21, 1:00 p.m.Stories create impressions and convey ideas; these, in turn, guide action. Hear from key innovators who use film and storytelling to build movements and influence society. From HIV/AIDS to politics, to the environment, and beyond, go behind the camera and hear the real story behind “movie magic.” With Michael Moore (Capitalism: A Love Story), Sheila C. Johnson (executive producer, The Other City), and others.

Youth CultureSunday, January 23, 1:00 p.m.Who’s calling the shots? Probably not who you think; youth are a powerful force in the world, and their influence is often overlooked. What happens when young people create a new wave? Does culture sometimes lead politics when it comes to chance. Tune in as filmmakers, artists, and others contemplate the role of youth in societies around the world.

Filmmaker LodgeElks Building, 550 Main St. (second floor)Park CityFriday, January 21–Saturday, January 299:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.Sunday, January 309:30 a.m. to noon

Please see ADA accessibility on page 80. Open to all Festival Credential Holders and the general public on a space available basis. All events are held at the Filmmaker Lodge unless otherwise indicated.

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Your Brain on 2011: Technology and Human Evolution Tuesday, January 25, 1:00 p.m.Our world has become a symphony of rings, pings, buzzes, and tweets; a pastiche of images and stimuli. We’re able to connect farther and faster. But with all this technology, how have we changed? Are we being rewired for better or worse? Are our second lives affecting our first? And what do we think of crowd-think? Join filmmakers and others for a fascinating look at the modern mind (right after you take this call . . .).

The Aha! Moment: Making Change Stick(y)Thursday, January 27, 1:00 p.m.The twenty-first-century storytelling environment is about great storytelling and audience engagement, whether it’s watching, buying, organizing, or tweeting. Hear the masters and mistresses of film impact discuss the ways they broke new ground in the storytelling-and-change arena—from multiplatform strategies and games to geolocational apps, and straight-up strategy. With Pamela Yates (Granito), Steve James (The Interrupters), and Maren Grainger-Monsen.

Crime and Punishment Saturday, January 29, 2:00 p.m.Filmmakers are tracking stories of people caught up in legal dramas that expose the weaknesses and strengths of the judicial system in America. At the heart of every story is the individual, his or her rights, and the politics of justice. Hear from directors who have dedicated themselves to uncovering tales that get to the heart of that place where crime and punishment meet. With Marshall Curry (If a Tree Falls), Joshua Safran (Crime After Crime), and Susan Saladoff (Hot Coffee).

I'll Be Your Mirror: The Science of OurselvesFriday, January 28, 1:00 p.m.It’s been said of mirrors, “Take a look at yourself, and then make a change (na na na . . .).” In science, some pretty unusual things have led us to big discoveries about ourselves. From prairie voles and chimps to parallel universes and rock ‘n’ roll music, you’d be surprised how much we learn about us by looking at them. What other mirrors are out there? Dr. Helen Fisher (Rutgers University, author of Why We Love), Dr. Sean Carroll (Cal Tech, author of From Eternity to Here), and filmmakers Mike Cahill (Another Earth) and Jim Kohlberg (The Music Never Stopped) share their thoughts on the big questions and on good and bad science in movies.

Film ChurchWhat could be more divine than 10 days of watching film?

Finish off your Sundance experience by sharing a near-spiritual moment with John Cooper, Festival director, and Trevor Groth, director of programming, who will offer nondenominational tales of the Festival that was. Joining us in sermon will be a variety of special guests, including a few who took awards home the night before (if they can be found the morning after!). Confess your likes and dislikes. All will be forgiven. Sunday, January 30, 10:00 a.m.

Meet the Documentary Funders Tuesday, January 25, 10:30 a.mSundance House Presented by HP638 Park Ave. (corner of Main St. and Heber Ave.)Park City

Roundtable information sessions with funders and broadcasters of feature-length documentaries. Participating companies include ITVS, HBO, Sundance Channel, and many others. Two 45-minute sessions. Tickets will be distributed at Sundance House starting at 9:30am. Event starts at 10:30am.

Filmmaker Outreach and Engagement Services Active VoiceAssociation of Film Commissioners International (AFCI)Aurora Picture ShowAustin Film Society Center for Social MediaFilmAid InternationalFilm IndependentFilmmakers AllianceFilm PresenceFlaherty SeminarFractured AtlasIndependent Feature Project (IFP)International Documentary Association (IDA)Montana Film OfficeNational Association of Latino Independent Producers (NALIP)Native American Public Telecommunications (NAPT)New Day FilmsNew Doc EditingOutfestPBS Home Video/New MediaPhilomath Films and DocuMentorsProfessional Organization of Women in Entertainment Reaching Up (POWER UP)San Francisco Film SocietyShooting PeopleWomen In Film Los AngelesWomen Make Movies

Strange things are afoot at Cinema Café. Each morning in the Filmmaker Lodge, Cinema Café invigorates the culture of conversation. With all your favorite stimulants on hand—coffee, treats, and delectable dialogue—our daily series of informal chats rounds up the unusual suspects. Sometimes the most fascinating discussion is the one you didn’t expect. So bring your questions and an open mind. How does the song go? “Start your day at Cinema Café.”

Every day at 10:00 a.m.Friday, January 21–Saturday, January 29

Cinema Caf�Presented by Chase Sapphire SM

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Film MusicOFF SCREEN

Film Music EventsSundance House Presented by HP638 Park Ave.(corner of Main St. and Heber Ave.),Park City

A Celebration of Music in FilmSunday, January 23, 8:00 p.m.Open to all Festival Credential Holders on a space available basis. Come join us for a special evening to celebrate music from composers and performers highlighted in this year’s films.

Programming will be announced in January. Please check sundance.org/festival for updates as they become available.

Roundtable Discussion

Music and Film, the Creative Process Produced by BMIWednesday, January 26, 11:00 a.m.Open to all Festival Credential Holders and the general public on a space available basis. What goes into creating a successful film score? What makes for an effective director/composer relationship? There are answers to these questions and more in this inspired roundtable discussion, moderated by Doreen Ringer Ross, BMI vice president of film/TV relations. Participants include composers Nathan Barr, Jaynee Carpenter, George S. Clinton, Peter Golub, iZler, Nathan Larson, Vivek Maddala, Gingger Shankar, Alex Wurman, and Festival film directors Matthew Chapman (The Ledge), Maryam Keshavarz (Circumstance), Andrew Okpeaha MacLean (On the Ice), Kurt Norton (These Amazing Shadows), Jesse Peretz (My Idiot Brother), George Ratliff (Salvation Boulevard), Jill Sprecher (The Convincer), and Yoav Potash (Crime After Crime).

Music Showcase

BMI Snowball Produced by BMIWednesday, January 26, 8:00 p.m. Open to all Festival Credential Holders on a space available basis.

BMI invites you to an intimate evening featuring Robert Randolph and the Family Band. Part Jimi Hendrix, part Robert Johnson, Randolph brings a brand-new dimension to music with his exquisite pedal-steel guitar playing and magnificently diverse sound. Please join us for a great night of music, mingling, and spirits. Cocktails and appetizers will be served . . . so please arrive early and stay to enjoy the performance.

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Stanfield Fine Art will celebrate music and film icons both past and present in an exhibition of Pop art by visual artist DeVon Stanfield and fashion photographer Nicole Berry.

Film Music

Friday, January 21

2:00 p.m. TBA2:40 p.m. TBA 3:20 p.m. Manchester Orchestra4:00 p.m. Julia Fordham and Paul Reiser

Tuesday, January 25

2:00 p.m. The Low Anthem2:40 p.m. Bobby Long 3:20 p.m. The Secret Sisters4:00 p.m. Guster

Saturday, January 22

2:00 p.m. K’NAAN2:40 p.m. Danko Jones 3:20 p.m. Manchester Orchestra4:00 p.m. Julia Fordham and Paul Reiser4:40 p.m. TBA

Wednesday, January 26

2:00 p.m. Artists from the film Pariah (featuring Tamar-Kali)

2:55 p.m. Elle Banner 3:35 p.m. St. Vincent4:15 p.m. The Secret Sisters

Sunday, January 23

2:00 p.m. TBA2:40 p.m. K’NAAN 3:20 p.m. Danko Jones4:00 p.m. TBA4:40 p.m. TBA

Thursday, January 27

2:00 p.m. Nicole Atkins2:40 p.m. St. Vincent 3:20 p.m. The Civil Wars4:00 p.m. TBA

Monday, January 24

2:00 p.m. Bobby Long2:40 p.m. The Low Anthem3:20 p.m. Tim Myers4:00 p.m. Tin Hat

Friday, January 28

2:00 p.m. Nicole Atkins2:40 p.m. TBA 3:20 p.m. The Civil Wars4:00 p.m. Jared Evan4:40 p.m. TBA

Sundance ASCAP Music Caf�

JULIA FORDHAM AND PAUL REISER

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ST. VINCENT

K’NAAN

Sundance Film Festival presents the Sundance ASCAP Music Café, a dynamic showcase for live performances by emerging and established artists, including solo acts and major bands. Stop in during the day to hear a range of exciting songwriters and artists from across the musical spectrum in a program produced by the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP). 751 Main St. (Stanfield Fine Art)Friday, January 21–Friday, January 281:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Please check the ASCAP website for daily updates at www.ascap.com

Open to all Festival Credential Holders (21 and over) on a space available basis. This venue has limited capacity.

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TimesTalksWednesday, January 26, 3:00 p.m.Egyptian Theatre, Park City (PATWO26EA)Ticket required

TimesTalks, the New York Times interview series, arrives at the Sundance Film Festival for the first time this year. Join us for a conversation with filmmakers about their journey to this year’s Festival and the role Sundance Institute plays in today’s film world. Panelists include Vera Farmiga, who makes her directorial debut with the compelling film Higher Ground, Greg Kinnear, starring in two buzz-worthy 2011 movies, The Convincer and Salvation Boulevard, and others. Moderated by Melena Ryzik, New York Times culture reporter and contributor to “The Carpetbagger,” the NYTimes.com guide to the movie-awards season.

Reckoning with TortureSaturday, January 29, noonEgyptian Theatre, Park City (PAFOU29ED)Ticket required

What’s at stake when a government condones torture? From the frontlines of the war on terror comes a one-of-a-kind performance/installation event directed for the stage by Doug Liman. Exposed through declassified government documents and interviews with former detainees are the scope and human cost of the post-9/11 torture program of the United States. A dozen internationally acclaimed writers and artists, military leaders, and former interrogators will take part in this special event organized by the ACLU and International PEN, with original artwork by Jenny Holzer.

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