GATW Podcast Episode 3: SXSW Recap

The boys and girls are back from the SXSW film festival in Austin! Flights got delayed, long ass car rides happened (flat tires included), and getting back into the swing of things hasn’t been easy. But maybe they can hold onto the memories, and throw down on what their experiences were like at the festival.

In this week’s episode, John and Will discuss what the SXSW Film Festival was like and all the fun to be had in Austin. Followed by their top five films of the festival and some of their honorable mentions. They wrap it up with some sweet moments as they discuss what it was like to meet face to face.

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SXSW 2010 Interview: Actor Rhys Ifans (MR. NICE)

Rhys Ifans is an actor that always sets himself apart in almost every film he is in. He has a certain charisma that can really pull you into his role and make it hard to forget the performance. Although his earlier memorable roles are from comedies such as NOTTING HILL, LITTLE NICKY and THE REPLACEMENTS, these days he has been focusing on a lot of dramatic films. During SXSW, I had the opportunity to sit with him and talk about his most recent dramatic role in MR. NICE.

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SXSW 2010 Video Interview: Steve Hicks (AMERICAN: THE BILL HICKS STORY)

This was a really unexpected experience for me. After my interview with the directors of AMERICAN: THE BILL HICKS STORY (which you can watch HERE), I was chatting with director Paul Thomas about Bill Hicks. He mentioned that he was impressed that I was such a fan of Hicks (maybe because of my age) and said he wanted to set me up with Bill’s brother Steve, who was also at the restaurant. It turned out that Steve came to SXSW along with Hicks’ mother in support of the documentary.

As I sat down with Steve, I admitted to him that I wasn’t expecting this interview, and that I was completely unprepared for it. So I asked him if he just would talk about Bill, and the effect the making of the film had on his family. He graciously agreed and the following interview happened. You can check it out after the jump! Continue reading “SXSW 2010 Video Interview: Steve Hicks (AMERICAN: THE BILL HICKS STORY)” →

Tracy Morgan to play a cop again in SON OF NO ONE

Okay, so Tracy Morgan’s last portrayal of a cop didn’t go so well, but he deserves another shot… right? Regardless of what you or I might think, Nu Image/Millennium Films seems to think he does. Tracy Morgan and Juliette Binoche are currently in final negotiations to join the ensemble cast of SON OF NO ONE. Continue reading “Tracy Morgan to play a cop again in SON OF NO ONE” →

David Cronenberg is making EASTERN PROMISES 2

David Cronenberg’s EASTERN PROMISES was easily and by far one of the best films of 2007. Cronenberg and the film’s star Viggo Mortenson brought the pages of the script to life in such a realistic, heartbreaking, and beautiful way. Now they are going to dive into the Russian mob even deeper with a sequel. Continue reading “David Cronenberg is making EASTERN PROMISES 2” →

THE GIRL WITH THE DRAGON TATTOO sequels have a U.S. release date

THE GIRL WITH THE DRAGON TATTOO, based off a book series by Stieg Larson, has become a worldwide obsession in a very short amount of time. The book and it’s two subsequent sequels were then adapted to film, all of which deemed very successful when released in Europe last year. The first film of the trilogy hit the states on March 19th to reviews so positive, that it would probably give Kevin Smith an aneurysm. Continue reading “THE GIRL WITH THE DRAGON TATTOO sequels have a U.S. release date” →

SXSW 2010 Video Interview: Directors Matt Harlock and Paul Thomas (AMERICAN: THE BILL HICKS STORY)

One of the documentaries that made some big buzz at SXSW this year was AMERICAN: THE BILL HICKS STORY. During the festival, I sat down with the directors of the film, Matt Harlock and Paul Thomas, to discuss the trials and tribulations of bringing Bill Hicks’ life to the big screen. The film tells the story of legendary stand-up comedian Bill Hicks through the eyes of his family and friends and sheds some light on aspects of his life that many people might have misunderstood. We discuss being impartial while making such a film, the influence of Hicks even after his death and how the animated segments came to be. You can check out my our interview after the jump! Continue reading “SXSW 2010 Video Interview: Directors Matt Harlock and Paul Thomas (AMERICAN: THE BILL HICKS STORY)” →

Do Nintendo movies still attract Hollywood's eyes?

As most of you probably remember, 1993 was an astounding year for cinema. It was filled with so many memorable films such as JURASSIC PARK, MRS. DOUBTFIRE, SCHINDLER’S LIST, and… SUPER MARIO BROS?

Yes, there was once a MARIO movie, and no it wasn’t the greatest thing ever (my heart is still broken). But since the initial release and nearly universal dislike, it has gone on to achieve a cult status. But after an initial bad taste, would Hollywood still be interested in Nintendo?

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MALEFICENT will be penned by ALICE IN WONDERLAND writer

A couple months back, we let everyone in on a project in the works by Disney called MALEFICENT. The film would be a remake of SLEEPING BEAUTY from the perspective of the villain, Maleficent. Supposedly the film was being made by Tim Burton, and would be his big follow-up to ALICE IN WONDERLAND. Now a writer has been picked up, that leads us to believe Burton might actually be in on this project. Continue reading “MALEFICENT will be penned by ALICE IN WONDERLAND writer” →

SXSW 2010 Video Interview: Director Toni Myers and Astronaut Michael Massimino (HUBBLE 3D)

In 2002 I saw a little err…big IMAX film called SPACE STATION 3D. The film was directed by Toni Myers and narrated by none other than Tom Cruise. Eight years later she has brought us another great space-themed IMAX film, HUBBLE 3D.

I spoke with Myers and Michael Massamino, one of the astronauts from the film at this year’s SXSW. They were very fun to speak with and happy to open up about the making of the film. We discuss what it takes to be an astronaut, and the narrative structure of HUBBLE 3D. Myers also lets us in on what might be next for her and Massamino tells us what he thinks might be the next great space achievement.

Check out my interview after the jump!

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