With the festival now in our rear-view mirror, we take a look at five documentary standouts from this year's lineup.
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Joshua Brunsting
SXSW 2022: Tony Hawk, Kids In The Hall And More (Film Festival Dispatch)
This first SXSW dispatch looks at four new documentaries and a Winona Ryder-led thriller, all making waves in Austin.
SXSW Recap: How Documentaries Took Over SXSW 2021
With SXSW 2021 now in the books we look back at how non-fiction films took over the virtual festival this year.
Joshua Reviews Alex Sichel And Elizabeth Giamatti’s A Woman Like Me [SXSW Review]
Cancer is a subject that is near and dear to this writer’s heart. With a brother who has looked cancer in the eye, stared it down, and kicked its ass, I’m pre-disposed to find any picture revolving around a...
Joshua Reviews Fredrik Gertten’s Bikes Vs. Cars [SXSW Review]
This new film, maxing its debut at this year's SXSW Film Festival, looks at the role of the bicycle in modern society.
Joshua Reviews Scott Christopherson And Brad Barber’s Peace Officer [SXSW Review]
New documentary looks at the growing issues surrounding police and their ever growing use of force.
SXSW 2015 Preview Podcast
Ryan is joined by Jonathan Poritsky to preview the SXSW 2015 Film Festival.
Ryan Gallagher
SXSW 2014 Preview Podcast
Ryan is joined by Jonathan Poritsky to discuss the upcoming SXSW 2014 festival, including the films and panels that they're excited about.
Joshua Reviews Adam Wingard’s You’re Next [SXSW 2013 Review]
Could this be the horror classic it has been billed as?
Joshua Reviews Xan Cassavetes’ Kiss Of the Damned [SXSW 2013 Review]
This sexy love letter to erotic thrillers of decades past may be one of the most beautiful genre films in years.
Joshua Reviews Shane Carruth’s Upstream Color [SXSW 2013 Review]
Can the new film from director Shane Carruth live up to the hype?
Joshua Reviews Jeff Nichols’ Mud [SXSW 2013 Review]
Could this film elevate director Jeff Nichols to the top of the ranks for current American filmmakers?
Joshua Reviews Harmony Korine’s Spring Breakers [SXSW 2013 Review]
Could this be yet another gem from the master of pop culture provocation?
Joshua Reviews Joss Whedon’s Much Ado About Nothing [SXSW 2013 Review]
Talk about a way to change things up after a film like The Avengers.
Joshua Reviews Ruben Amar And Lola Bessis’ Swim Little Fish Swim [SXSW 2013 Review]
This romantic drama/comedy may be a bit cliched, but I'll be damned if it isn't moving.