Film Festivals + Pandemic

Sundance Hires TIFF’s Joana Vicente as New CEO

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The Sundance Institute has hired Toronto International Film Festival co-head and executive director Joana Vicente as its new CEO, replacing Keri Putnam, who is exiting after 10 influential years. Vicente’s return to the U.S. industry comes at a precarious moment for Hollywood independents still reeling from the pandemic year, with art house theatrical releases, film […]

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End of An Era for Documentary Festival Circuit

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Two long-time, fabled festival directors have moved on in the last two months. After many tireless years at the helm, Hot Docs Executive Director Brett Hendrie and Full Frame’s Director Deidre Haj are both leaving their respective leadership roles, having accomplished groundbreaking work. Their impact will remain, but their absences will be felt as documentary

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