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Guillermo del Toro Returns to Sundance for Restored 'Cronos' Screening

Oscar-winning filmmaker Guillermo del Toro will return to the Sundance Film Festival for a restored 4K screening of his 1994 debut feature, 'Cronos'. The event is part of the Park City Legacy Program, which celebrates defining moments in the festival's history as it prepares for its final year in Utah. The program includes other restored classics like 'Little Miss Sunshine' and 'House Party', alongside special discussions at venues like the historic Egyptian Theatre. Del Toro will participate in an extended Q&A, pausing from his current awards season commitments for 'Frankenstein'.

Key Points: Del Toro's 'Cronos' Returns in 4K for Sundance Legacy Program

  • Nostalgic return for del Toro's debut
  • 4K restoration by Janus Films
  • Part of Park City Legacy Program
  • Festival's final year in Utah
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Guillermo del Toro returns to Sundance for restored screening of debut 'Cronos'

Guillermo del Toro attends a special 4K screening of his debut film 'Cronos' at Sundance, part of a legacy program before the festival's move.

"the jewel of Main Street - The Hollywood Reporter on the Egyptian Theatre"

Washington DC, January 8

Oscar-winning filmmaker Guillermo del Toro is set to return to the Sundance Film Festival for a special restored screening of his debut feature 'Cronos', marking a nostalgic moment at the festival where the film first premiered in 1994, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

The screening will take place on January 27 at the Ray Theatre as part of the Park City Legacy Program and will include an extended question-and-answer session with del Toro.

The film will be presented in a newly restored 4K version by Janus Films. Del Toro, who is currently on the awards circuit for his Netflix project 'Frankenstein', will take a brief pause from the season's events to attend the Sundance screening.

Written and directed by del Toro, 'Cronos' stars Ron Perlman, Federico Luppi, Tamara Shanath, Margarita Isabel and Claudio Brook. The film centres on an alchemist who invents a mysterious device capable of granting eternal life. Centuries later, the device resurfaces in the hands of an unsuspecting antique dealer, who discovers that while it can restore youth, immortality comes with disturbing and gruesome consequences, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

The Park City Legacy Program, scheduled for January 27 to 30 in the second half of the festival, celebrates defining moments in Sundance's history. The initiative comes as the festival prepares to mark its final year in Utah before relocating to Boulder, Colorado. The program features screenings of past festival favourites, with directors and select cast members returning to Park City for the events, as per the outlet.

In addition to 'Cronos', the program will showcase newly restored digital versions of several acclaimed films, including Little Miss Sunshine by Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris, House Party by Reginald Hudlin, Half Nelson by Ryan Fleck, American Dream by Barbara Kopple and Mysterious Skin by Gregg Araki. A recent restoration of James Wan's Saw and an archival screening of the late Lynn Shelton's Humpday will also be part of the lineup.

The Park City Legacy Program also includes special discussions in the Beyond Film series, featuring conversations with artists and filmmakers on cinema, culture, and legacy. Several of these talks will be held at the historic Egyptian Theatre on Main Street, one of Sundance's original venues, which is set to celebrate its 100th anniversary next year and is often described as "the jewel of Main Street," according to The Hollywood Reporter.

- ANI

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Priya S
The theme of an immortality device with a terrible cost feels very relevant today, with all the talk about AI and life extension tech. Del Toro was ahead of his time! Also, 'Little Miss Sunshine' in the same lineup? That's a fantastic film. The Park City Legacy Program sounds amazing. 🎬
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Rohit P
Great to see classics being preserved in 4K. But honestly, while I appreciate the sentiment, the festival moving from Utah is big news. These legacy events sometimes feel like a nostalgic goodbye rather than a forward-looking celebration. Hope the new location in Colorado keeps the indie spirit alive.
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Sarah B
As someone who discovered del Toro with 'Pan's Labyrinth', going back to watch 'Cronos' in a restored version would be a dream. The Egyptian Theatre celebrating 100 years! That's real history. Makes me wonder about our own historic single-screen theatres in India that need similar love and restoration.
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Vikram M
The man is a genius, no doubt. From a debut about an alchemist's device to winning Oscars. It's an inspiring journey for any aspiring filmmaker, here or anywhere. The Q&A session would be priceless. Hope some Indian film students get to attend.
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Kavya N
Interesting mix of films in the program - from 'Saw' to 'Half Nelson'. Shows the diverse taste of Sundance. Del Toro taking a break from his 'Frankenstein' awards buzz for this shows he values his roots. Respect! 🙏 More established directors should do this to support festival culture.

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