Sundance competition lineup unveiled

December 03, 2008 Despite the war-weary, economically ravaged state of the nation and the industry, the Sundance Institute announced a generally upbeat 2009 competition lineup Wednesday. While the offerings certainly include some somber fare, the roster breathes enough fresh takes on romance, sci-fi and politics to satisfy moviegoers and industry players looking for some warmth during the snowy 11-day event. At least that's how fest organizers Geoffrey Gilmore, Sundance's longtime director, and John Cooper, its programming director, choose to see it.

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