January 13th 2005:

Salt Lake Tribune:
Beyond Sundance

Compiled by Christy Karras and Celia R. Baker

Over the years, alternative festivals (or "Dances") and other events have popped up that are related to Sundance, but not officially affiliated with it. The following events are open to the public during the film festival.

The Freedom Cinema Festival

The festival runs Tuesday through Sunday and includes live music events, panel discussions, stand-up comedy and graphic arts as well as films with social and political themes from around the world. Guests for 2005 festival include BBC investigative journalist Greg Palast, cited by Michael Moore as a main source for his film "Fahrenheit 9/11"; Michael Franti, solo performer from Spearhead; John Trudell, poet/actor/activist; Danny Schechter "the news dissector"; and socially conscious hip-hop groups and comedians.

Freedom Cinema Festival will be headquartered on the second floor of the Main Street Mall, 333 Main St., across the street from the Egyptian Theater in Park City. The central location houses the box office, screenings, bookstore, Fairtrade Cafe, music lounge and their offices. Call 800-503-5923 for tickets or go to http://www.freedomcinemafestival.org for the schedule and tickets.

http://www.sltrib.com/sundance/ci_2524185

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