Vivica Foxis heading to Sundance to host a private first screening of the documentary filmSkilled.
Ahead of 3M’s VIP event later this month, the actress tells PEOPLE of her family tie to skilled trade workers.
“I’m honored to host our first screening ofSkilled,” Fox, 58, says. “I have my own personal connections to those who work in the trades, as my oldest brother became a skilled worker after leaving the Army, and my niece has held various skilled labor positions.”
TheKill Billactresswas born in South Bend, Indiana, which is known for its working-class roots. People who work in skilled labor industries often have a sense of pride for the successful lives they build, which is what this film focuses on, hoping to pique the interest of people who would potentially overlook them.
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Featuring four trade workers — a plumber, fall protection specialist, master welder, and film gaffer — at various stages in their careers, the doc highlights the meaningful opportunities offered within the trades.Skilledcelebrates the modern skilled trade workforce through the eyes of individuals who break the mold while pursuing the careers of their dreams.
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The 2023 Sundance Film Festival includes 101 feature films from 23 different countries, and 32 of the 115 film directors whose work will screen at the festival are first-time feature filmmakers, according to a previous press release.
“Maintaining an essential place for artists to express themselves, take risks, and for visionary stories to endure and entertain is distinctly Sundance,” Robert Redford, Sundance Institute Founder and President, said in a statement. “The Festival continues to foster these values and connections through independent storytelling. We are honored to share the compelling selection of work at this year’s Festival from distinct perspectives and unique voices.”
RegardingSkilled, Fox adds: “It is truly a pleasure to help showcase these subjects' personal journeys through this beautiful film.”
Skilledwill be available on3M.comandYouTubeafter the premiere event and will be released wide on VOD this spring.
source: people.com
