Behemoth! — a remarkable performance and an exquisite score

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Austin Film Festival 2026 Every so often, a film comes along that reminds me why I love movies. Tony Gilroy’s Behemoth! is one of those films. It’s ambitious, beautifully acted, sometimes a bit hard to follow, but definitely worth watching. I never once checked my watch, and since it’s just over two hours long, that… Continue reading Behemoth! — a remarkable performance and an exquisite score

Bolio – Finding Yourself, One Ridiculous Step at a Time

Austin Film Festival 2026 Sometimes getting your life together means making a spectacular mess of it first. Director Jim Issa’s Bolio, a quirky, occasionally outrageous comedy, follows two unlikely friends whose attempts at self-improvement lead to questionable decisions and genuinely funny moments. The 96-minute film is entertaining and engaging enough to hold one’s attention, and… Continue reading Bolio – Finding Yourself, One Ridiculous Step at a Time