Image is from the film Executive Order (2021). Antônio, André and Capitu sit together in a restaurant.

INTERVIEW: Lázaro Ramos and Taís Araújo Discuss Collaboration and Inspiration for ‘Executive Order’ (2021)

By: Shania Russell
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In conversation with director Lázaro Ramos and lead actress Taís Araújo, we had the opportunity to learn more about the creative choices behind Executive Order.

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Still from Paul Dood's Deadly Lunch Break, featuring lead character Paul Dood on stage, in sequined outfit.

SXSW REVIEW: ‘Paul Dood’s Deadly Lunch Break’ (2021) is Silly in the Best of Ways

By: Benjamin Akpan
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Gillespie really stretches the limits of believability, allowing the film to casually slip into a wild farcicality that you can’t turn away from.

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SXSW REVIEW: ‘Potato Dreams of America’ (2021) A Brave, Yet Uneven Portrait of The American Dream

By: Benjamin Akpan
Festivals, Film, Reviews, Leave a Comment on SXSW REVIEW: ‘Potato Dreams of America’ (2021) A Brave, Yet Uneven Portrait of The American Dream

Potato Dreams of America is a surreal and cartoonish dramedy that lacks the vitality to puzzle it’s pieces together, even when those pieces are rich in plot and stylistically interesting .

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