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10 of our most anticipated films at Sundance 2021

By Lauren Coates

Ruth Negga and Tessa Thompson appear in Passing by Rebecca Hall, an official selection of the U.S. Dramatic Competition at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival. Courtesy of Sundance Institute | photo by Edu Grau.All photos are copyrighted and may be used by press only for the purpose of news or editorial coverage of Sundance Institute programs. Photos must be accompanied by a credit to the photographer and/or 'Courtesy of Sundance Institute.' Unauthorized use, alteration, reproduction or sale of logos and/or photos is strictly prohibited.
Ruth Negga and Tessa Thompson appear in Passing by Rebecca Hall, an official selection of the U.S. Dramatic Competition at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival. Courtesy of Sundance Institute | photo by Edu Grau.All photos are copyrighted and may be used by press only for the purpose of news or editorial coverage of Sundance Institute programs. Photos must be accompanied by a credit to the photographer and/or 'Courtesy of Sundance Institute.' Unauthorized use, alteration, reproduction or sale of logos and/or photos is strictly prohibited. /
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The first of two documentary films that make up our most anticipated list Street Gang is, you guessed it, a documentary diving into the history of and inspiration behind the formation of one of the most iconic pop-culture staples of all time: Seasame Street.

Based on Michael Davis’s best-selling book of the same name, Marilyn Agrelo’s film explores how creator Joan Ganz Cooney, original series director Jon Stone, and legendary Muppets creator Jim Henson—among other key talents—joined forces to create a children’s television show that would become a groundbreaking cultural phenomenon.

Recognizing that kids were utterly captivated by television, these visionaries set out to harness the power of the medium for good—to offer to learn rather than products to children. Whether you’re a fan of Sesame Street or just a student of pop culture, this is just the kind of documentary we imagine will carry the same charming magic as Won’t You Be My Neighbor?. Street Gang premieres on January 30th at 11 am central time.

The Sparks Brothers

Last but certainly not least on our list is The Sparks Brothers, the first documentary film from visionary director Edgar Wright (yes, that Edgar Wright). Wright’s first foray into documentary filmmaking is the story of the pop duo Sparks, and how, whether or not you’re aware of it, the band likely had a hand in some kind of music you’re fond of.

Wright explores brothers Ron and Russell’s 60s Los Angeles upbringing, and how they got by on a heavy diet of popcorn matinees and pop music until the spotlight of school talent shows illuminated their way on a musical journey that has so far spawned 25 studio albums. While the runtime does sit at a hefty two hours and fifteen minutes, Edgar Wright’s singular vision and directorial talents make this a must for Sundance 2021. The Sparks Brothers premieres on January 30th at 5 pm central time.

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What movies arriving at Sundance sound most interesting to you? Sound off in the comments. 

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