At SXSW 2026, I attended the world premiere of Family Movie, and it lives up to its name—truly a “family movie” in every sense. Directed by and starring Kevin Bacon, the film fully embraces its identity as a playful, self-aware farce, and it works best when it simply delivers a fun, chaotic ride. The story… Continue reading SXSW 2026- Family Movie: truly a “family movie” in every sense
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SXSW 2026- Dead Deer High: resonates on multiple levels
At SXSW 2026, I saw the world premiere of Dead Deer High, a film that hits on a deeply personal level—especially for anyone who has spent time in a classroom or understands the burden teachers carry. Directed by Jo Rochelle and written by Joshua Roark, the film follows a high school slam poetry team and… Continue reading SXSW 2026- Dead Deer High: resonates on multiple levels
SXSW 2026 – Pizza Movie
Seeing this at an SXSW screening captured the kind of festival-themed, unpredictable energy that audiences love. Directed by Brian McElhaney and Nick Kocher, the film plunges viewers straight into chaos and hardly pauses to explain itself. From my point of view, it’s one of those comedies where you either go along for the ride or get left behind, because… Continue reading SXSW 2026 – Pizza Movie
Theater News: Zapata: A Folklórico Superhero Musical World Premiere at Zach Theater
Zapata: A Folklórico Superhero Musical World Premiere Adventure performances begin from March 27 – April 26, 2026 at The Whisenhunt venue of the Zach Theater in Austin. Jesse J. Sanchez is the Composer-Lyricist | Librettist | Music Director | Director About: Xochitl dreams of becoming a folklórico dancer—but her mom wants her focused on fitting… Continue reading Theater News: Zapata: A Folklórico Superhero Musical World Premiere at Zach Theater
THE AI DOC: OR HOW I BECAME I BECAME AN APOCALOPTIMIST – Is Compelling And Insightful
In current events, a lot has been said about artificial intelligence and its impact on humanity. This documentary by Daniel Roher and Charlie Tyrell explores the ongoing debate: some fear AI will cause humanity’s downfall, while others see it as a path to vastly improved lives. The film examines both the benefits and risks of… Continue reading THE AI DOC: OR HOW I BECAME I BECAME AN APOCALOPTIMIST – Is Compelling And Insightful
SXSW 2026: PRETTY LETHAL Is Gruesome, Bloody Fun, Even If It Doesn’t Make Sense
Violent carnage reigned at SXSW this year, so it is fitting that a movie about a ballet troupe in peril would turn its protagonists into action heroes. Writer Kate Freund and director Vicky Jewson offer an imaginative, creatively realized film that celebrates the strength and athleticism of ballet dancers without sacrificing the grace and beauty… Continue reading SXSW 2026: PRETTY LETHAL Is Gruesome, Bloody Fun, Even If It Doesn’t Make Sense
SXSW 2026 Film Review: The Pirate King
The Heart in this Film is Uniquely Tremendous This is a phenomenally touching drama depicting a father’s quest to maintain his relationship with his daughter after a divorce in the face of heavy PTSD and thoughts of suicide after active military duty. The film is a love letter to veterans, honoring them in such a… Continue reading SXSW 2026 Film Review: The Pirate King
SXSW 2026 – Pretty Lethal: pretty violent, pretty bloody
At SXSW 2026, I watched the world premiere of Pretty Lethal, and it’s an action-packed thriller that doesn’t hold back. Directed by Vicky Jewson and written by Kate Freund, the film follows five ballerinas stranded in a remote forest who take refuge at a mysterious roadside inn. What begins as an unsettling scenario quickly escalates… Continue reading SXSW 2026 – Pretty Lethal: pretty violent, pretty bloody
SXSW 2026 – Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice: loud, ridiculous, stylish, and unapologetically fun
At SXSW 2026, I attended the World Premiere of Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice, and it’s exactly the kind of movie you hope for in a packed festival lineup—loud, ridiculous, stylish, and unapologetically fun. Written and directed by Ben David Grabinski, this R-rated action-comedy throws logic out the window and replaces it with… Continue reading SXSW 2026 – Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice: loud, ridiculous, stylish, and unapologetically fun
SXSW26 Film Review: Forbidden Fruits
***spoilers ahead*** Fun and Evil with a Touch of Yawns Forbidden Fruits is a horror-comedy adapted from a play by Lily Houghton and starring Lili Reinhart (Riverdale), Lola Tung (The Summer I Turned Pretty), and Victoria Pedretti (You). There is no denying it: Lili Reinhart is absolute magic on screen. She has been oozing charisma… Continue reading SXSW26 Film Review: Forbidden Fruits