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‘Kick-Ass’ kicks off SXSW
Directed and co-written by Matthew Vaughn (“Layer Cake”), “Kick-Ass” is about a teenage fanboy (Aaron Johnson) who decides to make himself into a real-life superhero. More about it, with trailer, HERE.
Also announced for this year’s fest, running March 12 — 20 (descriptions provided by SXSW):
- “Cold Weather” — SXSW alum Aaron Katz directs this feature about a former forensic science major and avid reader of detective fiction, who, after making a mess of his life in Chicago, returns to his hometown of Portland, Oregon. There, he, his sister Gail, and new friend Carlos become embroiled in something unexpected.
- “Elektra Luxx” — Following the successful world premiere of “Women In Trouble” at SXSW 2009, writer/director Sebastian Gutierrez returns with the world premiere of its hotly anticipated sequel. The film follows a hectic day in the life of former adult film superstar Elektra Luxx as she tries to survive in the straight world. The film stars Carla Gugino in the title role and Joseph Gordon-Levitt.
- “Hubble 3D” — SXSW will present the first public screening of Hubble 3D at the Bob Bullock IMAX Theater. Through the power of IMAX 3D, Hubble 3D will enable movie-goers to journey through distant galaxies to explore the grandeur and mysteries of our celestial surroundings, and accompany space-walking astronauts as they attempt the most difficult and important tasks in NASA’s history.
- “Lemmy” — A documentary from director Wes Orshoski, the film delves into the personal and public lives of heavy metal icon and Motorhead frontman Lemmy Kilmister. Nearly three years in the making, and featuring appearances by such friends/peers as Metallica, Dave Grohl, Billy Bob Thornton and pro wrestler Triple H, the film follows Kilmister from his Hollywood bedroom to the hockey arenas of Scandinavia and Russia.
- “Saturday Night” — Directed by actor James Franco, the documentary looks at what it takes to create an episode of the legendary comedy show “Saturday Night Live.” Follow behind the scenes as the actors, writers and producers go through one frenetic week of trials and tribulations as each volley to get sketches on air.
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