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By Kevin March 14, 2026 in Film, Interviews

SXSW 2026: Peter Warren Breaks Down the Twists, Tone, and Emotional Core of ‘Kill Me’

Peter Warren

Peter Warren is a visionary filmmaker unafraid to explore the complexities of the human experience, blending genre storytelling with deeply personal themes. With his latest feature, Kill Me, Warren crafts a darkly comedic murder mystery that peels back the layers of mental health, relationships, and the search for meaning in life’s most difficult moments. The film invites audiences into a world where humor and heartbreak coexist, creating a story that is as entertaining as it is thought-provoking. Premiering at the 2026 SXSW Film Festival, Kill Me brings together a powerhouse

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By Kevin March 14, 2026 in Events

SXSW 2026: Studio Biarritz Returns to SXSW With Two Immersive XR Experiences

SXSW VR

As SXSW continues to expand the boundaries of storytelling, immersive creators from around the world are bringing projects that challenge how audiences experience narrative. Among those returning to Austin this year is the award-winning Netherlands-based Studio Biarritz, presenting the international premieres of two XR Spotlight experiences: Lacuna and Lesbian Simulator. Led by immersive producer Corine Meijers, the studio has become a familiar presence at SXSW, previously captivating festival audiences with experiences such as Future Botanica, The Imaginary Friend, and the sold-out Symbiosis. With this year’s projects—both developed by predominantly female-led

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By Kevin March 14, 2026 in Film, Reviews

‘Scream 7’ Review: A Bloody Seventh Installment that Still Cuts Deep

Scream 7

This is a spoiler-free review. Three decades after Ghostface rewrote the slasher playbook and Sidney Prescott cemented herself as one of horror’s most enduring final girls, Scream returns with its seventh installment. The latest chapter leans heavily into its legacy while continuing to evolve within the modern slasher landscape it helped shape. Few traditions define the franchise more clearly than its iconic opening kill—the moment that signals Ghostface’s return and marks the beginning of another killing spree. At its best, the sequence establishes the film’s tone while setting the stage

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By Kevin March 13, 2026 in Events, Film, Television

SXSW 2026: 15 Films and TV Premieres We’re Excited About

SXSW

SXSW is officially underway, and Austin once again welcomes filmmakers, television creators, and audiences eager to unveil the stories that will soon shape the cultural conversation. Over the years, the festival has earned a reputation as a launchpad for breakout films, buzzy series, and unforgettable performances, with projects like Everything Everywhere All at Once and A Quiet Place offering an early glimpse at the kinds of titles audiences will be talking about in the months ahead. Part of what makes SXSW so special is its sense of discovery. The next

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