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Trailer Watch: Dear Zachary, One of 2008’s Best Films

Trailer Watch: Dear Zachary, One of 2008’s Best Films

I can tell you with great confidence that Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son About His Father is one of the most emotionally powerful films I have ever seen.

By Brian C. Gibson on October 27, 2008 | Comments

The Ten Best Films of SXSW 2008

The Ten Best Films of SXSW 2008

All in all, we saw an amazing group of films and experienced a festival atmosphere that is second to none — but these 10 stood out at the best of the fest.

By Neil Miller on March 19, 2008 | Comments

SXSW Movie Review: Beautiful Losers

SXSW Movie Review: Beautiful Losers

At first glance, it appears to be a doc painted with a broad stroke, giving it a jumpy, unfocused feeling — that is, until it evolves right before our eyes into something special…

By Neil Miller on March 13, 2008 | Comments

SXSW Blog: Ninjas, Indie Rock Chicks and Packed City Streets

SXSW Blog: Ninjas, Indie Rock Chicks and Packed City Streets

More shenanigans from the streets of Austin!

By Neil Miller on March 13, 2008 | Comments

Explicit Ills Takes SXSW’s Top Award; But Was it an Honest Win?

Explicit Ills Takes SXSW’s Top Award; But Was it an Honest Win?

Mark Webber’s directorial debut may have won the big award in Austin, but was it a fair contest? After reading this, you may not think so.

By Neil Miller on March 13, 2008 | Comments

SXSW Blog: Geek Movies, Kristen Bell and Other Diversions

SXSW Blog: Geek Movies, Kristen Bell and Other Diversions

We are playing catchup in the middle of the week. Why? Because we are having a little too much fun…

By Neil Miller on March 12, 2008 | Comments

SXSW Movie Review: Nerdcore Rising

SXSW Movie Review: Nerdcore Rising

Nerdcore is rising… Have you heard?

By Neil Miller on March 12, 2008 | Comments

SXSW Movie Review: Super High Me

SXSW Movie Review: Super High Me

Stand-up comedian Doug Benson embarks on a Morgan Spurlock-esque ride that will determine what it would be like to get high, day and night, for thirty days.

By Brian C. Gibson on March 12, 2008 | Comments

SXSW Movie Review: We Are Wizards

SXSW Movie Review: We Are Wizards

Finally! A movie about rock bands within the Harry Potter universe.

By Brian C. Gibson on March 12, 2008 | Comments

American Teen Gets a Warm Texas Welcome at SXSW

American Teen Gets a Warm Texas Welcome at SXSW

The little documentary that absolutely will continues to wow audiences around the country!

By Neil Miller on March 9, 2008 | Comments

SXSW Blog: Chiptunes, Rosario Dawson and Hannah from American Teen!

SXSW Blog: Chiptunes, Rosario Dawson and Hannah from American Teen!

We take a break from drinking like sailors to see movies, stalk celebs and then… drink more!

By Neil Miller on March 9, 2008 | Comments

SXSW Spotlight: Ubuntu

SXSW Spotlight: Ubuntu

We love film, even the shorties…

By Neil Miller on March 8, 2008 | Comments

SXSW Blog: The Long Road into Texas

SXSW Blog: The Long Road into Texas

From Columbus, Ohio to Austin, Texas to movies to party… It was a long day 1 (alright, days 1-3, but who’s counting).

By Neil Miller on March 8, 2008 | Comments

Austin, Texas Here We Come! Bring on SXSW!

Austin, Texas Here We Come! Bring on SXSW!

Assuming we don’t get into trouble on the 18 hour drive between Columbus, Ohio and Austin, Texas, here is a quick preview of what our upcoming week should look like…

By Neil Miller on March 6, 2008 | Comments

SXSW Preview: Frontrunners

SXSW Preview: Frontrunners

Elections are tough, especially when you have to think about homework as well.

By Neil Miller on February 27, 2008 | Comments

SXSW Preview: A Necessary Death

SXSW Preview: A Necessary Death

A documentary about ending it all… And we do mean suicide.

By Neil Miller on February 26, 2008 | Comments