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Author: Monica Castillo

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For the Lady with the Violet Eyes: A Tribute to Elizabeth Taylor

March 25, 2011March 25, 2011 - by Monica Castillo - Leave a Comment

On March 23, 2011, the lights of the golden Hollywood of yore were dimmed as one of its talented representatives, Elizabeth Taylor, died at the age of 79 from congestive heart failure.

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Livin’ La Vida SXSW: Popcorn for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

March 24, 2011June 10, 2021 - by Monica Castillo - Leave a Comment

A healthy balance of Pepsi Max, fresh popcorn, and overpriced pizza keeps you alert for the eight hours of movie watching ahead.

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Reel Straight SXSW: Conan O’Brien Can’t Stop

March 23, 2011March 23, 2011 - by Monica Castillo - 2 Comments.

Conan is coming back to Boston! Sort of…

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Reel Straight SXSW: Paul

March 21, 2011March 21, 2011 - by Monica Castillo - Leave a Comment

I’m trying to remember the last decent friendly alien movie. Was it all the way back with E.T.? Or does My Favorite Martian count? Paul, the title of the new …

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Look at that Line: What’s the Point of SXSW and other Film Festivals

March 21, 2011March 21, 2011 - by Monica Castillo - 1 Comment

Watching a movie is so much easier on the couch. Why bother with going to a movie theater– with the traffic, the people, the prices, the lines? And a film …

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Reel Straight SXSW: ‘Super’ Review

March 18, 2011March 19, 2011 - by Monica Castillo - Leave a Comment

Taking on indie superhero comedy “Super” isn’t easy…

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Reel Straight SXSW: ‘Better This World’ Review

March 16, 2011March 19, 2011 - by Monica Castillo - 1 Comment

Up and coming movies one good reason to go through the hard work of attending a film festival, but the chance to see something you might never see anywhere else …

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Reel Straight SXSW: ‘blacktino’ Review

March 15, 2011March 17, 2011 - by Monica Castillo - 2 Comments.

blacktino, a new film about a mixed-race teenager, touches on interesting issues but ultimately falls flat thanks to a sub-par lead performance.

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Reel Straight SXSW: ‘Source Code’ Review

March 15, 2011March 14, 2011 - by Monica Castillo - 1 Comment

My review of opening night’s film, Source Code.

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Livin’ La Vida SXSW: Getting There and Getting in Line

March 14, 2011March 14, 2011 - by Monica Castillo - Leave a Comment

Before the reviews and panels and insanity of South by Southwest ramps up, here’s a quick recap of my first few moments in Austin, Texas, from a hostile airport check to a hostel bedroom.

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SXSW Film Prep 102: Cram More and Invest in Time Machines

March 11, 2011March 11, 2011 - by Monica Castillo - Leave a Comment

Earlier this week, I started to compile my long to-do list for South by Southwest, the huge film, music, and tech extravaganza in Austin, TX. I conclude with a few …

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Kevin Smith and His Assault on Fandom

March 8, 2011March 8, 2011 - by Monica Castillo - 4 Comments.

Hello, I’m Monica Castillo, and I’m a Kevin Smith fan. I  usually feel a twinge of guilt when I say that in public. Kevin Smith is the director, writer, editor, …

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