SXSW 2010 Preview

Sundance gets the glory, but fans of genre films and cool independent productions know that South by Southwest (commonly referred to as SXSW) rules. 2010 should be no different judging by the long list of films and shorts that are playing (here). This year, Killer Film will be attending the annual film festival, so before we go, let’s enjoy some potential interesting films that are playing as a guide to what’s great to see.

Kick-Ass

One of next month’s hottest films will be playing for the first time in front of a real movie going audience, and what’s not to be excited for? Based on a Mark Millar comics series, Lionsgate Films is certainly hoping this is another huge Millar hit like Universal’s Wanted was. The Green Band trailer isn’t doing much for some, but those who have peeked at the Red Band, have seen a wildly violent and funny film awaiting them. We think it should really kick (ahem) ass ourselves.

The Runaways

Whatever your stance on Twilight is, star Kristen Stewart is adorable and an good up-and-coming actress. Joan Jett and Lita Ford are the two notorious stars from The Runaways, an all-girl punk rock group in the ’70s, and we think this film will capture that time and music perfectly. The film features a pretty stellar cast, and it will be interesting to see if Stewart can keep Bella out of her, like she did in Adventureland.

The People Vs. George Lucas

This documentary has been hush-hush for a bit, but now it’s ready. Basically, it looks at why during the Prequel Trilogy fans of Star Wars turned their backs on Lucas or rather did Lucas turn his back on us? Should make for a neat film ala Trekkies. We’ll see, but the trailer looks funny.

Cyrus

John C. Riley and Jonah Hill team in this indie comedy about a sadden, divorcee and his attempts to get remarried. Once he does, he finds out the woman of his dreams has a hellish son played by Jonah Hill. The trailer plays odd, but we’re expecting this to be more than what a little trailer shows. This was a Sundance hit a few months back.

Predators

Oh, how lucky SXSW attendees are! They get to see a sneak peak at this summer’s hottest film, the reboot to Predators! Lots of anticipation for this film, with it’s odd casting, but will it deliver? This First Look will ease or increase our fears.

Neil Marshall presents a Special Screening Surprise

Oh, what could this be?? Neil Marshall has created two fun films in Dog Soldiers and Doomsday, but one classic horror film: Descent. What could he have in store of the attendees? We’ll see!

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo

Getting a limited USA release soon in mid-March, SXSW offers attendees a chance to see this hot and much-talked about Swedish film first.

When You’re Strange

The new Doors documentary is shown, and for fans of Jim Morrison, we’re expecting this to be great.

With music, parties, short films, and other surprises SXSW 2010 looks to be simply amazing. Don’t fret if you can’t go. Killer Film will be there to cover as much as humanly possible with reviews and other surprises we’re not telling yet! If you are going, feel free to find us (or rather Donny Broussard) for a chat, beer, and other goodies! Post your feeling or experiences below!

Here’s the official site for a detail look at the fest’s events.