PANELS & CULTURE

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TICKETED PANELS CONSULT FILM GUIDE FOR TICKETS A wide array of conversations, performances, panel discussions, and eclectic offerings that explore the complex world of independent film and its place in the broader spectrum of contemporary arts. From the philosophical to the political, from new technology to new forms, and from personal process to the nuts and bolts of business, join filmmakers, executives, artists, and scholars as they discuss the art, culture, and commerce of film.

PANELS AT THE FILMMAKER LODGE FREE ADMISSION, PRIORITY TO FESTIVAL CREDENTIAL HOLDERS A casual meeting place and café designed to cultivate dialogue between filmmakers, industry leaders, and the press, the Filmmaker Lodge presents lively panel discussions on a range of current issues. You'll find everything for and about documentary and fiction filmmakers as well as an outreach table with information on services offered by media arts and film industry organizations. The Filmmaker Lodge is supported by Discovery Channel, HBO, and PBS. Elks Building 550 Main St., 2nd Floor Hours: Friday, January 19 - Saturday, January 27, 2007 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

PANELS AT NEW FRONTIER ON MAIN FREE ADMISSION, PRIORITY TO FESTIVAL CREDENTIAL HOLDERS Film Center explores the craft of filmmaking by offering the opportunity to engage in a dialogue with industry leaders and filmmakers, participate in workshops for hands-on experience, or just to share ideas. It is open to filmmakers, Festivalgoers, and anyone with a curiosity to learn more about the ever-evolving convergence of art and technology. Film Center is located at the top of Main St. It will be the home of the Film Forums, workshops, café, and the Sundance Short Film Theater. Check your e-mail at the Film Center Digital Café when you visit –- generously sponsored by Hewlett-Packard. Lower Level of the Main St. Mall 333 Main St. Hours: Thursday, January 18; 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Friday, January 19-Friday, January 26; 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday, January 27; 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

FILM CHURCH FREE ADMISSION, PRIORITY TO FESTIVAL CREDENTIAL HOLDERS Film Church is rant. Film Church is a sermon. And Film Church is something that needs to be said about film in America -- Sundance offers non-denominational lessons in indie cinema from the speakers we think have something to say. We've left the subject up to them, but using the Festival as a point of departure, our lecturers hope to expand your understanding of the film culture around you. This could mean anything from the trends and patterns in the festival films, to the fundamentals of indie movie-watching, to the nuances of film culture in America. Film Church is good for you. Open to all Festival credential holders and the general public as space allows.

MUSIC PANELS ADMISSION VARIES Film Music composing is a core element of great filmmaking. The Sundance Institute Film Music program works year-round to discover and develop new artists in this field, while expanding existing audiences for this important work. This year, we will feature film music in a variety of ways, from jam sessions to roundtable discussions and acoustic performances.