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'Atomic Blond', staring Charlize Theron, James McAvoy, and John Goodman, is a spy film in the tradition of the James Bond/Cold War genre.
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SXSW Film Keynote: Gareth Edwards – Becoming a Filmmaker
Director Gareth Edwards promised attendees at his SXSW keynote address that he would answer the question, “How the heck do you become a filmmaker?” It all started, he explained, when his parents took him to “an obscure art film” called 'Star Wars'. He immediately wanted to grow up to join the rebel alliance and destroy the death star. He shared the disappointment he felt when he was told he couldn’t do this because it was “only a movie”.
Read More »SXSW Film Review: Ridley Scott Brings ‘Alien Covenant’ to Festival
SXSW continued a tradition of treating fans to classic films and their creators with the screening of Alien and a preview of Ridley Scott’s new film, 'Alien: Covenant.'
Read More »SXSW 2017 Preview: Movies, and Music, and Beers, Oh My!
SXSW began as a music festival in 1987 and is now the world’s largest. In addition, it has grown into a festival of festivals, including film, technology, ecology, medicine, and education. The festivals feature educational, networking and promotional activities as well as relevant trade shows. If that sounds kind of serious, don’t worry, there are parties, gaming, COSPLAY, and things that cannot be categorized.
Read More »Theater Review (LA): ‘Game of Thrones: The Musical’ – All Men Must Laugh
There is balance in the universe. All the tears, disappointment, and tragedy you experience watching HBO’s 'Game of Thrones' can be offset by enjoying the MACHA Theater production of 'Game of Thrones - the Musical.' Not only did I laugh, but for the two hours of this musical romp, a happy smile never left my face.
Read More »Movie Review: ‘The Bye Bye Man’ Says Hello to Faye Dunaway
The Bye Bye Man evokes many classic horror concepts, but twists them in a terrifying new direction.
Read More »DVD Review: ‘The Martial Arts Kid’ and Don ‘The Dragon’ Wilson Take on Bullies
'The Martial Arts Kid' combines an inspiring anti-bullying theme with classic martial arts combat and rivalries.
Read More »Movie Review: ‘20th Century Women’ – Annette Bening, Elle Fanning, Greta Gerwig Star
"20th Century Women" takes you on a cinematic joy ride while being at once heart-warming, sad, and funny.
Read More »Movie Review: ‘A Monster Calls’ with Sigourney Weaver and Liam Neeson
"A Monster Calls" is not just a movie, it is an emotionally and visually stunning experience.
Read More »Adobe MAX: Cultivating the Creative Spark
Is being creative just like flipping on a light switch, or does it take something more? Photographer/trainers Chris Orwig and Julieanne Kost think it takes a lot more, and provided a plan during their class “Cultivating the Creative Spark” at this year’s Adobe MAX conference.
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