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Rory Kennedy Urges Healthcare Reform at Sundance Festival

1/24/2026

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Rory Kennedy attended the 2026 Sundance Film Festival to promote Queen of Chess.
The documentary profiles Judit Polgár, the top female chess player for 26 years.
Kennedy reflected on Tatiana Schlossberg, who died at 35 after advocating for healthcare.
She urged action on healthcare reform, citing doctors and scientists warning of public health risks.
Kennedy hopes Schlossberg's story will inspire others to push for reform.

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Story summary

Rory Kennedy attended the 2026 Sundance Film Festival to promote Queen of Chess.
The documentary profiles Judit Polgár, the top female chess player for 26 years.
Kennedy reflected on Tatiana Schlossberg, who died at 35 after advocating for healthcare.
She urged action on healthcare reform, citing doctors and scientists warning of public health risks.
Kennedy hopes Schlossberg's story will inspire others to push for reform.