Park City, Utah – Rory Kennedy, the Oscar-nominated documentarian, attended the opening night gala of the Sundance Film Festival on Thursday night. The festival, held in Park City, Utah, also served as a backdrop for Kennedy to address her brother Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s decision to run as a third-party candidate in the presidential race. In a statement posted on Instagram, Rory joined her siblings in denouncing his campaign, expressing concern over its potential impact on the election.
Rory Kennedy spoke about her reasons for speaking out against her brother’s candidacy while on the red carpet at Sundance. She expressed her love for Bobby but voiced her belief that his campaign could draw more voters away from Joe Biden, potentially benefiting Donald Trump. Rory emphasized that her views and those of her family don’t align with her brother’s and wanted to make it clear where she stood.
Her comments coincided with the release of a cover story by The Hollywood Reporter, featuring Cheryl Hines, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s wife. The article includes interviews with both Hines and Kennedy Jr., addressing their response to Rory and her siblings’ statement. Hines acknowledged that the family disagreements are ongoing and emphasized the challenging position that being related to Kennedy Jr. puts them in.
Despite the public rift, Kennedy Jr. maintains a close relationship with his family and sees them regularly. He reported spending ten days skiing with his entire family, including Cheryl, and has received strong support for his campaign from many of his relatives. While he acknowledges the criticism from a small faction of his family, he remains resolute and holds no hard feelings.
Meanwhile, Rory Kennedy is attending Sundance for the premiere of her four-part HBO series, “The Synanon Fix.” This documentary explores the first drug treatment program in the United States, its evolution, and its impact on drug users. Kennedy expressed her excitement about being at the festival once again and the thrilling experience of sharing her work with engaged audiences who truly care about film.
Reflecting on her history with Sundance, Kennedy reminisced about her first film, “American Hollow,” which she brought to the festival when she was 28 years old. She also highlighted the memorable experience of showcasing her documentary about her mother, “Ethel,” at Sundance, with many family members in attendance.
The Sundance Film Festival will continue until January 28th, showcasing a wide range of independent films. Kennedy’s “The Synanon Fix” will have its premiere on January 21st at the Prospector Square Theatre in Park City.
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