Film Festivals

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It's time for our annual wrap-up of the 2023 SXSW Film & TV Festival, complete with thoughts and reviews on over 25 film and TV premieres!

Lee Cronin, cast, and crew have delivered a romp of a horror film in Evil Dead Rise that honors the legacy and tradition of Sam Raimi’s films, as well as charts its own course forward.

Danny and Michael Philippou deliver a horror film stacked with real stakes and inventiveness, plus a rousing lead performance in Sophie Wilde.

Raging Grace beautifully combines story, creativity, and perspective, and its director, Paris Zarcilla, wisely utilizes crafty lighting and a gorgeous set to supplement.

John Wick: Chapter 4 is a masterclass in action cinema. Read on for our spoiler-free review of Keanu Reeves at his absolute best.

Elizabeth Olsen and Jesse Plemons star in a sordid tale revolving around a horrific act in Love & Death. Read on for our review.

Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves is an explosively fun and downright ridiculous film meant for all races, classes, and feats.

Jay Hernandez and Dennis Quaid star in The Long Game, about the first Latino golf team in Del Rio, TX circa 1956.

Bottoms is a hilarious modern throwback to teen sex comedies that flies by with a smart script and stellar casting.