SXSW

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… Read More

‘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. Read More

‘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… Read More

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… Read More

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,… Read More

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… Read More

Review – ‘The Archer’ Delivers Thrills, Social Commentary, and a Dash of Exploitation

SXSW 2017‘The Archer’ Delivers Thrills, Social Commentary, and a Dash of ExploitationImagine a fictional and highly entertaining remake of the… Read More

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 DreamJames Franco’s long-awaited film about the making of ‘The Room’… Read More

‘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. Read More