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film-festival2 years ago

"Freaky Tales" Premiere: Pedro Pascal, Blood, and a Heartfelt Tribute

The 2024 Sundance Film Festival kicked off with the premiere of "Freaky Tales," directed by Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck, featuring Pedro Pascal and Jay Ellis. The film, set in 1987 Oakland, combines various genres and showcases a large ensemble cast, including Ben Mendelsohn, Normani, and the late Angus Cloud. The movie received a warm welcome at the festival and includes show-stopping sequences and a cameo from an Oscar-winning Bay Area actor. The premiere was attended by the real Sleepy Floyd, Oakland rapper Too Short, and others from the cast, with the film being sold by Macro and eOne.

entertainment2 years ago

"Sundance Film Festival: 40 Years of Celebrating Independent Cinema and Future Prospects"

The Sundance Film Festival is celebrating its 40th edition, featuring a diverse lineup of 83 feature films and new episodic projects, including high-profile documentaries and narrative debuts. Notable premieres include "Freaky Tales" by Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck, "Frida" by Carla Gutiérrez, and "Rob Peace" by Chiwetel Ejiofor. The festival will also showcase films from first-time directors and feature appearances from a star-studded lineup of celebrities. As the festival looks back on its history, it also anticipates discovering the next generation of indie classics and potential Oscar nominees.