INTERVIEW: Michelle Satter on why the Sundance Institute is important

The speaker, a founding director of the Sundance Institute's Feature Film Program, shares their 30-year journey with the organization. Sundance Institute is dedicated to supporting independent artists and storytellers globally through various programs, including the Sundance Film Festival, Feature Film Program, Theater Program, and Documentary Program. The speaker highlights the importance of these programs in aiding emerging artists at critical career moments. They also discuss the experience of attending an inaugural benefit in L.A., noting the event's alignment with Sundance's spirit and mission.

What role does the speaker hold at the Sundance Institute?

• Founding Director of the Feature Film Program

• Coordinator of the Film Festival

• Director of the Documentary Program

• Head of the Theater Program

What is the primary mission of the Sundance Institute as described in the first section?

• To produce commercial films

• To provide scholarships for film students

• To support independent artists and storytellers

• To organize film festivals

Which programs are mentioned as part of the Sundance Institute's support for emerging artists?

• Music Program, Dance Program, Art Program

• Television Program, Radio Program, Podcast Program

• Feature Film Program, Theater Program, Documentary Program

• Literature Program, Poetry Program, Essay Program

What is the significance of the event in L.A. for the speaker?

• It marks the launch of a new film festival

• It is a fundraising event for a new program

• It is a tribute to the artists supported by Sundance

• It is their first time attending a Sundance event

How does the speaker describe their experience at Franklin Canyon?

• As a disappointing event

• As a challenging journey

• As a surreal and beautiful experience

• As a routine visit