No sex, no on-screen violence, and only the suggestion of illicit drugs, yet Bertram and Ernest (Sundance 2002) landed itself in the age-restricted area at YouTube. Why? Queer Muppets. Middle America's just not ready for them. The film's a bit talky, but has some great little touches, like the Spartacus poster in the background. I also love that its sponsored by the letter Y. You'll see.
My search for vintage Sundance shorts online is about to end – packing my bag, downloading a couple dozen 2007 shorts to my MacBook via iTunes, and making tactical maneuvers in various colored pencils on my film schedule. Next stop, Park City!
