Must have been the locals.

There’s still two days left in the festival but it seems like it’s already over. Hardly anyone walks down Main Street anymore, let alone famous people. Not like the first weekend of the festival when everyone who was anyone thought it was the best time to show up. Don’t get me wrong, I’m glad they came at all. It really makes the festival worthwhile for a first time attendee like me when I get to see my favorite actor or actress along with their cool indie movie premiere. It’s a little sad though, that just because I couldn’t make it to the first showing of a movie, the cast and maybe even the director have already skipped town. The Q and A session after the movie is one of the best parts of the festival and it’s disappointing when I just watched an amazing performance and none of the cast is represented to answer questions. I understand that they can’t give all of their fans a special appearance, but if I get to come to Sundance again, now I know that I should get as many premiere showings as possible.

Now that the festival has slowed down, I find myself noticing the little things that help make the times between movies just as memorable. Number one is the transit system. The free buses. They run from dawn until way past dusk so you don’t have to rely on a not-so-free taxi. Each festival stop has a friendly attendant who will tell you exactly which bus will take you to your destination in the shortest time. I have yet to meet a less than helpful attendant despite the cold and long hours of standing around with a bunch of tourists. I give my thanks to them for being able to keep a smile on their faces. (more…)