SXSW Film
Conference and Festival

Can’t Get a Film Distributor?
Then DIY writes the NYTimes.

Duchovny on the new X Files Film
Actor David Duchovny speaks to the BBC about the new X Files movies.

A Big DVD Victory in the Cards For 21
SXSW opening night film, 21, wins big.

Dressing Up to Watch a Movie is So In
Between the Carries, Jokers, and Batmans, this summer movie goers may have revealed the latest craze–dressing up as film characters.

Mike Mills on Beautiful Losers
An interview with the director/artist-turned-subject of the 2008 SXSW premiere.

Silver Jew Coming to DVD
SXSW Alumni Michael Tully’s doc gets a release date.

How Warner Bros. Prevented a Leak
The much anticipated “The Dark Knight” has been a huge hit, but how did Warner Bros. prevent the film from being leaked onto the internet before opening day?

2008: the Year of the Seasoned Actor
Strangely enough, some of this summer’s most successful films have revolved around actors over the age of 40. What’s their secret?

Where Are They Now?
Filmmaker Magazine catches up with some previous “Faces to Watch.”

Creative Capital Convenes the Class of ‘08
A wrap up of the foundation’s retreat, and a look at some of their current, exciting projects.

What’s That Smell?
Cheech & Chong must be on tour again.

In Case You Missed It
Some great Comic-Con coverage from Thompson on Hollywood.

‘W’ Teaser Now Online
The teaser trailer for Oliver Stone’s new biopic focuses on the 43rd president’s less presidential side.

Dark Knight Who?
Good news for indies at the B.O. this weekend.

SXSW premiere Heavy Load wins Audience Prize at BritDocs
… and more news from last week’s event.
Also, for some good BritDoc coverage and pics head over to Matt Dentler’s blog.

The Matador takes on DocuWeek
Be sure to check out the SXSW premiere at IDA’s DocuWeek-New York.

Striking Distance
SAG national board members unanimously voted this weekend that the majors’ final offer is unacceptable in the new media-provisions. The stalemate continues.

Ready for the new Roger Ebert?
Writer and comedian, Andrea Grimes has collected some clips of Ben Lyons showing off his credibility and TV prowess.

Move Over Godfather, The Dark Knight Has Just Become The Best Movie Ever
IMDB users have moved Dark Knight past Citizen Kane, Casablanca and both Godfathers to become the highest rated movie of all time.

Animated’s Top 10
Here’s a list of the top 10 animated films ever made. See how your favorites fare…

Don’t Overlook Maggie
The boys in Dark Knight have been getting a lot of attention, but check out the The Onion’s A.V. Club interview with Gyllenhaal.