Category: AUSTIN FILM FESTIVAL 2024
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Robert Capron on Vial: Addiction, Redemption, and a Father’s Fight
On this episode of Filmmaker Mixer, we sit down with actor and filmmaker Robert Capron to discuss his gripping short film Vial. The story follows a relapsed addict who, after delaying a drug test with his parole officer, embarks on a desperate mission to find clean urine. With the stakes high, he risks losing custody… Read more
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The Haunting Legacy of Texas Cult House: Julia Barnett and Mindy Raymond
In this episode of Filmmaker Mixer, we sit down with Julia Barnett and Mindy Raymond, the talented minds behind the chilling thriller Texas Cult House. Julia and Mindy share insights about their creative journey, the inspirations behind the film, and the challenges of capturing Texas’ eerie essence on screen. Don’t miss this deep dive into… Read more
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Delivering Big Wins: Emily Everhard on Special Delivery and Her Enderby Fellowship Award
In this episode, we chat with Emily Everhard, director of the award-winning short film Special Delivery. Fresh from winning the 2024 Enderby Entertainment Filmmaking Fellowship Award at the Austin Film Festival, Emily shares her insights on bringing her vision to the screen, the inspiration behind Special Delivery, and what’s next for her as a filmmaker. Read more
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Art of the Unforgettable Documentary: Sarah Schoellkopf & Melissa Daniels on Norita
Jeff and Andrew chat with Sarah Schoellkopf and Melissa Daniels, producers of Norita. This powerful documentary delves into the life and legacy of Norita Cortiñas, an activist and mother who became an icon for human rights in Argentina. Join us as Sarah and Melissa discuss their journey in bringing Norita’s story to the screen and… Read more
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Fear Unleashed: Benjamin Wong’s BA Haunts the Austin Film Festival
In this episode, we sit down with filmmaker Benjamin Wong, whose film BA recently premiered at the prestigious Austin Film Festival. Benjamin takes us behind the scenes of his creative process, the challenges he faced in making BA, and the powerful themes of identity, family, and belonging that the film explores. Hear about the inspiration… Read more
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Creating Legends: Jordan Mechner on Prince of Persia and His New Graphic Novel Replay
We’re thrilled to welcome Jordan Mechner, the legendary creator of Prince of Persia. Jordan talks with us about his journey from groundbreaking video games to his latest work, the graphic novel Replay. Listen in as he delves into his creative influences, the story behind Replay, and how his passion for storytelling continues to evolve. Spotify Read more
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COLOR BOOK
COLOR BOOK is a feature film written and directed by David Fortune. The story opens with a young boy and his mother working on necklaces. Soon, we meet the father and learn the they are attending a memorial service, which includes a balloon release. The rest of the story is about the new widower and… Read more
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Inside the Magic: Inside Out 2 Writers Meg LeFauve & Dave Holstein at Austin Film Festival
We’re excited to bring you an exclusive interview with Meg LeFauve and Dave Holstein, the brilliant writers behind Pixar’s Inside Out 2. Recorded at the Austin Film Festival, we talk with Meg and Dave about their creative process, the Pixar writing style, and how they crafted the heart and humor that brings Inside Out 2… Read more
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YOUNG KING
YOUNG KING was an Official Selection at the 2024 Austin Film Festival. Written and directed by Bryant T. Griffin, this powerful feature offers a poignant and realistic portrayal of life after military service. The film effectively sheds light on the struggles of a veteran who seeks help from the government they served, only to be… Read more
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CHAMPIONS OF THE GOLDEN VALLEY
CHAMPIONS OF THE GOLDEN VALLEY was an Official Selection of the 2024 Austin Film Festival. This documentary feature was directed by Ben Sturgulewski. This beautiful documentary is about the hope brought to the Golden Valley by Alishah, who established a ski club in Bamyan. It also incorporates a bit of backstory for two of the… Read more