SXSW
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SXSW Interview — ‘La Barracuda’ Is A Bold, Unique Take on the Texas Family Drama
An enlightening conversation with the team behind one of the best films at this year’s SXSW. “Patricia Highsmith is Texas-born. A lot of people think she’s…
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‘M.F.A.’ Review: Rape/Revenge Movie Butchers Opportunity To Confront Sexual Assault
The problematic title combines a severe mishandling of campus rape with a mediocre psychological thriller.
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‘Tragedy Girls’ Review: Having Fun With High School, Homicides, and Hashtags
Say hello to your new favorite maniac pixie nightmare girls. Tragedy Girls is a goddamn blast. That’s really all you need to know before seeing…
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A Delightful SXSW Conversation with Some ‘Muppet Guys Talking’
We talk to Frank Oz and the other original Muppeteers about creating characters, watching them evolve, and giving them sentience. After a few moving documentaries…
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What We Learned from Terrence Malick’s SXSW Appearance
The media-shy director provides rare insights into his process and philosophy.Photo: Ben Porter/Broad Green PicturesIn a surprising but characteristically nonchalant turn, media-shy filmosopher Terrence Malick appeared…
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SXSW Interview – ‘68 Kill’ Is Not Your Dad’s Trailer Trash Porn
SXSW Interview – ‘68 Kill’ Is Not Your Dad’s Trailer Trash Porn “All money’s got blood on it, one way or another.”Poster art by Evan Yarbrough“You…
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Review – ‘The Archer’ Delivers Thrills, Social Commentary, and a Dash of Exploitation
SXSW 2017 ‘The Archer’ Delivers Thrills, Social Commentary, and a Dash of Exploitation Imagine a fictional and highly entertaining remake of the documentary ‘Kids for Cash.’…
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SXSW Review – ‘The Disaster Artist’ Paints A Touching, Uneven Portrait of Living The Dream
‘The Disaster Artist’ Paints A Touching, Uneven Portrait of Living The Dream James Franco’s long-awaited film about the making of ‘The Room’ is a hilarious yet…
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‘The Transfiguration’ Review: A Restrained and Bloody Coming of Age Tale
A teenager with blood in his mouth and vampires on his mind struggles with loneliness, loss, and sociopathic tendencies.