Suzy Pollock, Cindy Maestas, Susan Dininni, Ashley Houk
Interactive Marketing Team

Sure, the focus is on the films here at Sundance, but with so many big names converging on this small patch of real estate, the odds are pretty good that you are going to see some famous faces.  The big questions are who and where… because you just might run into Antonio Banderas, Gwyneth Paltrow or even Robert Redford. 

One big tip: Go to the movies, especially premieres!  The screenings typically will have the director introduce the film and will have the director and cast (if they’re available) close the premiere with an audience Q&A.  It’s a fabulous opportunity to get to know these famous faces off the big screen. You could get lucky – especially if you are watching a film like "King of California", starring Michael Douglas (Suzy traded this ticket away and was really bummed that someone else actually got to see Michael Douglas!).

If you decide to take a break from movies to shop or dine on Main Street in Park City, keep your eyes open!  Watch for those stretch limousines or VWs–you may see Justin Timberlake. Or, watch the balconies – sometimes there are interviews going on up there, too.

The Sidecar balcony is a hot spot for interviews; and Sidecar’s “backroom” is frequently reserved for private parties.  Rainn Wilson (from NBC’s The Office), Anthony Hopkins and Dave Matthews were sighted there in 2007. Take a peek inside -- we did and tried the official 2007 festival martini…highly recommended!

The Delta Sky Lounge, a private venue, is another great spot for celebrity sightings. The official Sundance photography studio, Wireimage, is located there. If you keep an eye on the front door you might see John Cusack, Justin Timberlake, Samuel L. Jackson and Christina Ricci, who were spotted this week coming by for interviews and photos.  (Insider tip:  The bigger name celebrities might sneak out the back when their session is over.)

An exclusive dining venue to check out is ChefDance at 427 Main. For 10 festival nights, celebrity guest chefs orchestrate dinners to a select list of 250 industry executives and celebrities (rumor is it’s quite a feat to get on the invitee list).

The films are the best part about the Sundance Festival, but the chance of seeing a famous face is definitely part of the magic. We hope these tips come in handy!