Probably a quarter of my time at the Sundance Film Festival is spent on the shuttles. In a way they are wonderful because you can chat with other film fanatics. All you have to say is, “Have you seen anything you liked?” You have an instant passionate 20-minute discussion on your hands. It is SO fun.
Some are industry types who see everything and are really articulate and you engage in a code dance of film references. Something like, “Well I agree that this reminded me of Jim Jarmusch’s last film, but don’t you think the script’s structure was more tapestry-like. You know like, Todd Solondz’s masterpiece Happiness?”
I am in Pig Heaven. It is a blast to banter about film with people who are totally enthusiastic and smart. I think it is my favorite part of the festival. Your stop comes and it is like leaving a wonderful meal 2/3 of the way through. My new best friend! Bye!
Tom
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