Q: What is it?
A: Sundance London is a Film and Music Festival.
The actor, director, and activist Robert Redford launched an independent film festival in the mountains of Utah, USA 30 years ago. Called the Sundance Film Festival and held each January, it has since become the largest independent film festival in the world. Many film makers including Quentin Tarantino, Stephen Soderbergh, and Darren Aronofsky, got their big breaks at Sundance. Ranging from critical darlings like Blue Valentine , Man on Wire, and Take Shelter to cult classics like Run Lola Run and The Blair Witch Project, to audience favourites’ including Reservoir Dogs, Little Miss Sunshine, and Napoleon Dynamite, the Sundance Film Festival has established itself as the premier platform for audiences looking to discover the most exciting new work and new voices in independent film.
This spring, UK audiences will have the chance to experience the Sundance Film Festival in our own back yard. Robert Redford and his Sundance Institute will present a four-day festival featuring a selection of the best films from the 2012 Sundance Film Festival, an exciting music line-up, and a series of panel discussions on the most pressing issues facing independent filmmakers on both sides of the pond.
From Thursday 26 – Sunday 29 April, 2012 Cineworld at The O2 will screen films back to back, with filmmakers in attendance for live Q&A sessions with the audience following each screening. The Indigo2 will feature an array of live concerts and many of the O2’s other bars and open spaces will be filled with music from new bands and artists.
Q: When is it?
A: Thursday 26 – Sunday 29 April 2012.
Thursday 26 April:
Films will screen from 6.00pm / music events will take place from 7.00pm.
Friday 27 April:
Films will screen from midday / music events will take place from 7.00pm.
There will be a panel discussion today.
Saturday 28 April:
Films will screen from 10am / music events will take place from 7.00pm.
There will be a panel discussion today.
Sunday 29 April:
Films will screen from 10am / music events will take place from 7.00pm.
There will be a panel discussion today.
All days:
The last film will finish screening around 11.30pm in time for the last tube.
Q: Where – How to get to The O2?
A: The Jubilee line is the only Underground route that connects with all others – so not only can London residents reach us with no hassle, National Rail passengers from all over the UK can too. The walk from North Greenwich underground station to The O2 is approximately 200m.
Click here for other details on the DLR, Bus routes, National Rail, driving details and Thames Clippers etc.
Q: How can I book?
A: In November Sundance London will go on sale with film packages and music events.
Customers can chose from four film packages. In March See Tickets will send them a link to their booking, and they can then chose the film titles they want to see. (remember – these films will be selected following the Sundance Film Festival in the US which takes place in January).
From March there will be the chance for customers to buy individual film tickets and panel tickets.
Q: When will the music events be announced?
A: Music and additional festival events are being added and updated so sign up for email alerts and keep an eye on our website. We’ll update you as new events are announced.
Q: Why buy a film package?
A: If you buy a film package now, even though you won’t know the film titles, you are guaranteed to pick the films you want to see in advance of the general public.
If you purchase a package now, we’ll contact you when the film titles are announced and give you a period of time to select the films that make up your package before the films are released to the general public. Most of our film packages can be shared with a friend or family member, so you can start lining up your film-loving companions now.
Q: When can I buy individual film tickets?
A: From March there will be the chance for customers to buy individual film tickets and panel tickets.
Q: When can I buy individual panel tickets?
A: From March there will be the chance for customers to buy individual film tickets and panel tickets.
Q: How much will an individual film or panel cost?
A: Prices will be announced in March, tickets to the panels and film tickets will be one price.
Q: How much will an individual music ticket cost?
A: Pricing will vary for each of the music concerts depending on the artists performing.
Q: When will the films be announced?
A: Following the Sundance Film Festival 2012 (which runs January 19-29), we’ll choose a selection of films from Festival to present in London. The line-up is sure to be worth the wait!
Q: What happens if I buy a package but don’t like any of the films?
A: You have over 14 films to choose from – they are all the best of Sundance, you’re going to love them!
Q: Is there an age restriction for any of the Sundance London films or events?
A: All films will be Certified, please check if age restrictions apply.
Q: Will Robert Redford be at Sundance London?
A: Yes!, Mr. Redford is headlining one of the events, and will be present for the full run of the festival.
Q: Will there be any celebrities?
A: Sundance will attract actors, actresses, music artists and film makers – so there will be celebrities attending – but we don’t know which events they will be going to.
Q: Will there be any meet and greets?
A: All of the film makers will be appearing at their own films, so they will be available to answer questions about their films after the screenings.
If you buy a package you will automatically get a Credential which is a wearable pass that gives you priority access to the Sundance London Inc Club where you can see new bands performing and get to meet some of the Sundance Film makers and hear them talk about their films.
Q: Do I have to buy a film ticket to see a band?
A: No. Music tickets to events at Indigo2 are also sold separately.
Q: What is the Sundance London Inc Club?
A: This is a venue in the O2 where film makers will meet every day at an advertised time to meet festival goers and answer questions and also talk about their careers. This is also where up and coming bands will be performing every day. Credential holders get priority access to this venue.
Q: Is Cineworld still operating their usual films during the festival?
A: Yes, Sundance London is using screens 6-11 – so screens 1-5 are still showing Cineworld films.
Q: Is there disabled access?
A: All of the Sundance London venues will have disabled access.
Q: Will merchandise be available?
A: Sundance London Merchandise is available online on The O2’s website plus it will be sold during the festival.
Q: If I go outside can I come back in?
A: For every event you will have a ticket so as long as you have that you can leave and re-enter.
Q: Are the cinema seats allocated?
Can I book a seat in a particular row?
A: No – none of the cinema seats are allocated. You need to arrive early to make sure you get the best seats. Please be on time as latecomers may not be seated.
Q: Can I use my Unlimited Card?
Will there be Orange 2 for 1 offers?
A: No, sorry.
Q: Do the usual discounts offered at Cineworld The O2 extend to Sundance London film tickets?
A: No, sorry.
Q: Are there any discounts for Students or OAPs?
A: No, sorry.