Keith Maitland's powerful documentary takes a unique approach in telling the tale of the horrific events that occurred at the University of Texas, Austin, in August 1966.
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SXSW Film Review: ‘Beware The Slenderman’
For some Slenderman is more than a figment of their imagination.
Read More »SXSW Interview: Behind the Scenes of ‘Pee-wee’s Big Holiday’ with Paul Reubens, Joe Manganiello and More
The creators and cast of the new Netflix film provide a behind-the-scenes glimpse at the welcome return of Pee Wee Herman.
Read More »Movie Review: ‘Zootopia’ – Gorgeous Animation With An Important Message
'Zootopia' isn’t your parents’ Disney animated film – it’s yours and your kids’ – and it knocks the ball out of the park.
Read More »SXSW Film Review: ‘Phantasm’ – The Tall Man Is Back with J.J. Abrams
J.J. Abrams joined SXSW attendees and writer/director Don Coscarelli for the debut of Phantasm – Remastered at the Stateside Theatre in Austin. The debut was part of the SXSW Midnighters series which is billed as “Scary, funny, sexy, controversial – provocative after-dark features for night owls and the terminally curious.”
Read More »Movie Review: ‘The Brainwashing of my Dad’ with Narration by Matthew Modine
"Brainwahsing Your Dad" explores how the conservative media brainwashes its followers. Does your relative listen or watch conservative news? What happens if you disagree with his/her views?
Read More »SXSW Film Review: ‘The Bandit’ – Burt Reynolds, a Bra, Fast Cars, and a Deep Film
'The Bandit' documents the story behind the making of 'Smokey and the Bandit' and of the relationship of star Burt Reynolds and his close friend, stunt double, and creative force behind the film, Hal Needham.
Read More »SXSW Movie Reviews: ‘Miss Stevens’ and ‘Donald Cried’
Two very different but rewarding character-driven comedy-dramas made their debuts at SXSW 2016.
Read More »Blu-ray Review: ‘Sisters’
Sisters is a bizarre take on a grown-up party film, with a stellar cast.
Read More »SXSW Film Review: ‘Preacher’ – Comic Book Hero Heads for AMC with Dominic Cooper and Surprises
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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