Rolled into Austin Friday afternoon, and - in the words of Diamond Dave - I hit the ground runnin'. Four movies under my belt so far (The Wife was in town last night, and we reconnected with some old friends, so no movie fun for me until this afternoon).
Only one review up - Rainbow Around the Sun, directed by one Kevin Ely, who - as some of you may recall - gave yours truly a ride home from a party at last year's deadCenter Film Festival. I don't like to think how awkward OKC would have been this year if I hadn't liked the movie.
Forthcoming reviews include The Upsetter: The Life & Music of Lee "Scratch" Perry, The Order of Myths (about Mardi Gras in Mobile, AL), and We Are Wizards (about various aspects of Harry Potter fandom, including wizard rock and Potter War).
That last movie introduced me to the works of Brad Neely of SuperDeluxe.com, who created the online video "Washington, Washington," which earned me several raised eyebrows as I just now watched it, laughing my ass off, here in the Austin Convention Center. You can see it here (NSFW).
I don't want to shut down, as I have one of the only seats down here with access to a power outlet, but in the words of Louis Tully, I gotta have a shower. More movies today, then the Film Threat party (in association with BSide Entertainment) tonight. This year, I will not drink 8 vodka & Red Bulls.
I hope.
You mean you’re just now experiencing the majesty that is Lot’s De-Sexing Stick for the first time?!
I both pity and envy you.
Yo Pete- shout out to you. I’m here for interactive but leaving tomorrow. I had 4 vodka and red bulls (the official drink that powers me at these things ;))
Are you going to be here long enough to see the Austin Music Awards at the AMH on 3/12? The Judys are playing a set to support their new CDs…
Also, welcome to my new hometown! If y’all get breathing space and want to do something, give us a call.
Don’t forget to give your friend Melanie a call! I only have two reviews to do, but might be interested in checking out We Are Wizards — sounds interesting!