Pro-Palestine protesters caused a street closure near the Sundance Film Festival on Sunday. The demonstration, organized by “Let Gaza Live,” drew about 100 participants to Park City’s Main Street, resulting in the block being shut down to traffic by local police.
Key Takeaway
Pro-Palestine protesters, including celebrities Melissa Barrera and Indya Moore, staged a demonstration near the Sundance Film Festival, leading to a street closure. The event, unaffiliated with the festival, sparked controversy with its slogans and drew a response from both supporters and critics.
Celebrity Participation
Among the protesters were former ‘Scream’ star Melissa Barrera and model/actor Indya Moore. Barrera, who was recently terminated from the ‘Scream’ franchise due to her remarks on the Israel-Hamas conflict, kept a low profile at the event. On the other hand, Moore took a more active role, even using a megaphone during the rally.
Controversy and Response
The protest remained relatively peaceful, with passionate demonstrators expressing their views. However, some of the chants and slogans used by the protesters sparked controversy. The phrase “From the river to the sea,” as well as the labeling of President Biden as “Genocide Joe,” drew attention and criticism. Additionally, there were counter-protesters in support of Israel, advocating for the return of hostages taken by Hamas during a previous attack.
Unaffiliated with Sundance
It’s important to note that the protest was not officially associated with the Sundance Film Festival, although it took place in close proximity. Sundance representatives had issued a statement prior to the march, acknowledging the demonstration and collaborating with local law enforcement to ensure the safety of festival attendees.
