[SXSW News Reel] Twisters, Jedi, Cannes, and More

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Two more world premieres from SXSW 2007 acquired for distribution
Even though Matt Dentler has moved on from his post at sxsw, his blog  
posts remain indispensable.  Here’s the latest pick up news about  
Audience of One and Frat Girl (formerly titled Pretty in the Face.)

Indies Versus Indy
It’s Hollywood vs. Indywood as the Cannes Film Festival gets underway  
in France.

Thumbs up for Twisters
David Mamet’s latest, “Redbelt,” has Roger Ebert rethinking film  
classification

What Would a Jedi Do?
A man dressed as Darth Vader was sentenced to a two-month jail  
sentence after assaulting members of the Jedi Church. Yes, a Jedi  
Church. I wish I was making this up….

Are you a man or a mule?
HBO’s “Recount” points a finger at Democrats.



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