The bad boy son of a West Texas preacher, returns to his hometown to become its preacher and to keep a promise to his father. His past and a variety of bad things, including a mysterious cosmic force, an ex-girlfriend, and a psychopathic vampire complicate this for him.
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SXSW Movie Interview: Wendy Schneider, Director of ‘The Smart Studios Story’
Director Wendy Schneider provides insight into her new documentary that chronicles the fascinating history of Butch Vig and Steve Marker's legendary Smart Studios, 'The Smart Studios Story.'
Read More »SXSW Movie Review: ‘Everybody Wants Some’ and a Tribute to Richard Linklater
Sometimes, when a movie plays at SXSW, it’s not just a screening, it’s a celebration. Last year, that was true about 'The Breakfast Club.' This year, the celebration was for the opening night premiere of Richard Linklater’s 'Everybody Wants Some.'
Read More »SXSW Film Review: ‘The Trust’ with Nicolas Cage and Elijah Wood
'The Trust', starring Nicolas Cage and Elijah Wood, is a crime drama which combines the world of 'CSI: Las Vegas' with the violence and dark humor of a Quentin Tarantino film. Pretty good for beginners.
Read More »SXSW Film Review: Jeff Nichols’ ‘Midnight Special’
Jeff Nichols’ new film is a peculiar '70s-'80s homage that cross-pollenates Spielberg-style sci-fi and the chase genre.
Read More »SXSW Movie Review: ‘The Liberators’
The Quedlinberg Treasure was stolen during WWII. When it was discovered, it was not in the hands of Europeans, but of an American citizen.
Read More »San Antonio Cinefestival Review: ‘Los Punks: We Are All We Have’
Angela Boatwright's vibrant documentary chronicles the thriving backyard punk scene in Los Angeles.
Read More »2016 Athena Film Festival Review: The Oscar Nominated ‘Mustang’
In a remote Turkish village five girls with playful innocence romp on a beach with some neighborhood boys. They are seen and what they have done is "criminal."
Read More »Blu-ray Review: Post-Apocalyptic ‘Turbo Kid’ is ‘Mad Max’ on BMX With a Guaranteed Chance of Blood!
'Turbo Kid' isn’t just worth a look, it’s something you’ll want in your collection.
Read More »Sundance Film Reviews: A Heaping Helping of WTF with ‘The Greasy Strangler,’ and ‘The Lure’
Not everything weird at Sundance is gold.
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