good luck deluxe

Blogging about the 2010 World Cup in South Africa got me to thinking about another event I’m looking forward to… Sundance 2009, to be held on January 15-25, 2009.

It should be no surprise to you that I am a foreign and indie (true indie) film buff.
I love artistic, well-made films! That’s actually why I moved to L.A. — to sell my screenplays to quality producers, or simply produce the films on my own.

Has it happened yet? Well, I’m working on it… I’ve got the connections covered; it’s being satisfied with my own material that’s the problem. I’m a wicked perfectionist.

The greatest thing about being a writer is you can write at any age, looking any which way — fat, skinny, wrinkled, gray, beautiful…

No one cares how old a writer is or what they look like. If you only knew how many times I have blogged with hot rollers in my hair and a facial masque on, even wearing mismatched socks in bed…

So even if I finally crank out my script when I’m 60, so be it! Besides, my writing mentor (whom I thoroughly respect and admire) will kill me if I don’t complete my screenplay; so I do know this has to happen someday.

But, yet again, I digress.

I can’t believe that I still haven’t gone to Sundance! Even when I was working in the thick of the entertainment industry and had all kinds of opportunities to go, my schedule just never permitted it.

I am DETERMINED to make it to the 2009 Sundance film festival in January.
Come heck or high water, I’m going!

I have friends who have flown to the festival in snowy Park City, Utah each year and they make a whole week out of it. I hear it’s a great, good, fun time!

Screenwriters, Producers, Directors: The Early Submissions Deadline is
August 18th. I wish you tremendous luck and success with your film(s)!

Travelers: Sundance’s lodging and other tips are a must for having a blast when you fly in for the festival. From planning your trip, to getting around the area, even to “Sundancing” on a budget, you’ll find a wealth of information on the Sundance site.

Note: Now is a good time to start booking your travel and lodging reservations, as Park City gets crazy the closer it gets to festival time.

Sundance’s official lodging provider boasts primo accommodations during your stay.

Who can resist skiing, cozy bistros and bungalows, quality films, and hot toddies?
Not me!

I say this with emphasis: If you’re unhappy with what Hollywood has been cranking out, quit your whining and take the time to explore independent, artistic, and foreign films, and you will discover a whole new realm of entertainment. Explore your neighborhood indie and foreign film houses, and modify your NetFlix film preferences. Or dag, go see a play or a live musical for a change. Hollywood is NOT the only source of entertainment!

ENCOURAGE INDEPENDENT FILMMAKERS!