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2008 Film Coverage

Starting in 2004 with the sleeper hit, Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle, a different kind of studio comedy was born. Not only were the two leads refreshingly diverse but they were able to comment on social/racial issues while injecting laughs aplenty about stoners and road trips. It all goes up a notch with the highly-anticipated sequel, screening at this year's SXSW.

Race, Politics, and Drugs: a Harold and Kumar Panel, Part One

Race, Politics, and Drugs: a Harold and Kumar Panel, Part Two

SXSW Launches - The Greenlight Awards

The search to discover the Best Original Digital TV Series is in motion. SXSW along with ON Networks (www.onnetworks.com) is recognizing this new category by introducing The Greenlight AwardsTM. The Greenlight Awards will honor the Best Original Digital Production and the Best Original Series Idea with prizes of up to $10,000. Finalists will be reviewed by a panel of prominent industry and new media judges including actor Luke Wilson, indie writer/director Richard Linklater, HD pioneer Randall Dark, TV Week’s Daisy Whitney and founder of Smashface Productions Zadi Diaz. Winning content will be celebrated at an exclusive event held during SXSW. Submissions are free and must be received by February 15, 2008. Go to www.thegreenlightawards.com for more information.

FOUR DAY FILM SCHOOL @ SXSW

Whether you went to film school or not, SXSW has created a four-day explosion of information that should be essential and valuable to various members of the filmmaking scene. It’s called "Four-Day Film School," and it will occur as part of the annual SXSW Film Conference panel programs. On each of the four days of the SXSW Film Conference, badgeholders are invited to attend workshop sessions geared towards the specific details of getting a film from pre-production to post-production, and beyond. It doesn’t matter if you’re a first-time filmmaker or veteran, there are sessions included for every case. These are some of the topics that serve as the backbone for any film production, short or feature. Speakers to be announced in coming months, but here is the tentative schedule of the "Four-Day Film School" includes:

SATURDAY, MARCH 8, 2008
What Has the Writers Strike Taught Us? Mini-Meeting
Producing Mentor Session
Do I Really Want to Make My Movie? Mini-Meeting
Distributor Mentor Session
"Directing Actors" Mini-Meeting
Casting Director Mentor Session

SUNDAY, MARCH 9, 2008
So You Want to Be an Entertainment Attorney Mini-Meetings
"Legal Issues Facing Filmmakers" Mini-Meeting
Festival Programmer Mentor Session
Epic Music for your Film on a Not So Epic Budget Mini-Meetings
Sales Agents Mentor Session

MONDAY, MARCH 10, 2008
"Editing for Docs and Narratives" Mini-Meeting
Press Mentor Session
"Publicity 101" Mini-Meeting
Sound in Film Mini-Meeting
Distributors Mentor Session

TUESDAY, MARCH 11, 2008
"The Morning After" Mini-Meeting
Texas Filmmaker Production Fund Mini-Meeting
Publicity Mentor Session

SXSW Film Festival Blog

The News Reel - Thursday, July 31, 2008

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.

Posted 07/31/08 in The News Reel +

The News Reel - Wednesday, July 30, 2008

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?

Posted 07/30/08 in The News Reel +

The News Reel - Tuesday, July 29, 2008

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.

Posted 07/29/08 in The News Reel +

The News Reel - Monday, July 28, 2008

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.

Posted 07/28/08 in The News Reel +

The News Reel - Friday, July 25, 2008

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.

Posted 07/25/08 in The News Reel +

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