2013 SXSW Review: DON JON

By Renee’ Collins Rating: 5 (Out of 5 Reels) I have enjoyed previous work by Joseph Gordon-Levitt and his writing and directorial debut Don Jon will be high on my list of favorites. Jon Martello (Gordon-Levitt) objectifies everything in his life: his apartment, his car, his family, his church and, of course, women. His buddies… Continue reading 2013 SXSW Review: DON JON

2013 SXSW Review: THE INCREDIBLE BURT WONDERSTONE

By Mark Saldana Rating: 3 (Out of 4 Stars)   The biggest fear that circulated online has to be that this film, judging from trailers and TV spots, that this had the makings of a really bad Will Ferrell comedy.  Well, thankfully this film did not play out quite as poorly.  This riff on Vegas… Continue reading 2013 SXSW Review: THE INCREDIBLE BURT WONDERSTONE

2013 SXSW Guest Review: THE INCREDIBLE BURT WONDERSTONE

By Jan Hamilton Rating: B After many years on top, Burt (Carell) and partner (Buscemi) Anton’s Vegas magic act is losing popularity. Their competition is Steve Gray, the star of the internet sensation ” Mind Rapist”, played by Jim Carrey. He seems to be the new face of magic, though his act mostly consists of… Continue reading 2013 SXSW Guest Review: THE INCREDIBLE BURT WONDERSTONE

2013 SXSW Interview: REWIND THIS!

By Mark Saldana SXSW Film 2013 has turned out to be a stellar festival for showcasing Austin filmmakers. With films like Zero Charisma, Grow Up Tony Phillips and Rewind This! on the schedule, Austin’s talent is proudly displayed.  I was more than happy to sit down and speak with director Josh Johnson, producer Carolee Mitchell,… Continue reading 2013 SXSW Interview: REWIND THIS!

2013 SXSW Guest Review: EVERYONE’S GOING TO DIE

By Jan Hamilton Rating: A+ Even though the title suggests a slasher film, nothing could be further from the truth. A delightfully quirky British indie, this film is a real gem. Two adrift people meet and wander the streets of English coastal city. Funny, serious and completely entertaining, this is a real find, highly recommended.

2013 SXSW Guest Review: PRINCE AVALANCHE

By Jan Hamilton Rating: A With starts like Paul Rudd and Emile Hirsch, this seemed like a can’t miss project. Starting slowly, the film catches fire in the second half, as the two guys, during the drugery of their summer road crew jobs, change and grow. Set in post wildfire Bastrop, the landscape is surprisingly… Continue reading 2013 SXSW Guest Review: PRINCE AVALANCHE