Copywriting.
Much of my copywriting portfolio comes from my time as an intern with the Austin Film Society Programming and Exhibition department. All of this copy was used in the March/April Calendar to help promote new movies showing at AFS.
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“Deborah Stratman is one of the most fascinating, abstract and philosophical directors around.” —Outtake
“[Stratman] embraces pleasure in the unknown and the sprawling ambiguity of the universe.” —In Review Online From Deborah Stratman (IN ORDER TO NOT BE HERE) comes a documentary exploring the geo-biosphere throughout evolution and extinction. Featuring scientists and thinkers such as Lynn Margulis and Marcia Bjørnerud and stunning visuals, ranging from the microscopic to unending landscapes. This film removes humans from the equation and defies the boundaries of what a documentary can be. |
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“Arguably the greatest of all disaster films.” —The Village Voice
“This is Hitchcock at his best.” —Time Out Alfred Hitchcock's THE BIRDS is a suspense thriller that plunges viewers into a world where nature turns against humanity. Starring a tortured Tippy Hendren and set in a picturesque bay, chaos ensues as ordinary birds inexplicably launch violent attacks on the unsuspecting residents. Hitchcock's expert direction and the absence of a musical score amplify the eerie atmosphere. This is classic filmmaking at its finest. |
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“Brisk and invigorating.” —Washington Post
“Emotionally powerful and technically innovative.” —Variety “What SLAM possesses is real passion, and that is in short supply in movies these days.” —The New York Times From rapper/writer Saul Williams (NEPTUNE FROST), SLAM is a gripping cinematic experience that delves into the raw realities of urban life and the transformative power of words. Set against the backdrop of Washington, D.C., we follow the journey of a young poet navigating the challenges of the justice system. Now newly restored, with a compelling mix of poetry, rhythm, and social commentary. |
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"MONA LISA knows exactly what it is doing.” —Roger Ebert
"In an era when movies about love almost always invariably devolve into formulaic affairs, Neil Jordan's MONA LISA stands out as an often-surprising, multi-layered achievement." — Reelviews "A masterpiece of British cinema undeniably worthy of its classical title." — CineVue Neil Jordan's (INTERVIEW WITH A VAMPIRE) MONA LISA is a British noir film that navigates the gritty streets of London through the eyes of George, an ex-convict portrayed by Bob Hoskins. Hired as a chauffeur for a call girl, played by Cathy Tyson, George finds himself entangled in a dark underworld of crime and deceit. As their journey unfolds, the lines of morality become blurred. |
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“A film of boundless love and compassion.” —Film Comment
"Politics, love, and pleasure all casually meld into one.” —Seventh Row “Rambunctious and impious, laughing at death and crying at life, BPM is a war film, in which the enemy is ignorance.” —Reverse Shot BPM revolves around the passionate activists of ACT UP Paris who fought against the bureaucratic indifference surrounding HIV/AIDS in the 90’s. Through compelling characters and emotional narratives, this film captures the urgency, resilience, and human connection that defined the era. A moving tribute to the unsung heroes who fought for change, this is a gripping and heartfelt exploration of a pivotal moment in history. |
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“Essentially perfect.” —The Village Voice
"A delicate work of low-key modernism, imbued with fragile melancholia and an astonishing turn by none other than Hou Hsiao-hsien." — Film Comment "Arguably Edward Yang's finest achievement.” —Slant From cinematic visionary, Edward Yang, TAIPEI STORY is an exploration of the complexities of relationships. We follow the lives of a couple, Chin and Lung, as they navigate the challenges of a changing cityscape and shifting cultural values. Through Yang's meticulous direction, the narrative unfolds with quiet intensity, capturing the nuances of generational gaps and the struggle to find identity in a rapidly evolving society. |
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"One of the supreme masterpieces of the Taiwanese New Wave." — Cine-file
"A seamless interweaving of the rigors of art cinema and the instant pleasures of melodrama.” — Reverse Shot “One of the flat-out best films from anywhere that decade.” —The Village Voice A BRIGHTER SUMMER DAY, directed by Edward Yang, is a Taiwanese epic that unfolds against the backdrop of political and social turmoil in the 1960s. We follow the tumultuous life of a young boy, Xiao Si'r, as he navigates the complexities of adolescence, gang culture, and societal expectations. Yang's tender storytelling captures the intricacies of family dynamics and the search for identity. |