SundanceNow recently sent us information regarding Rainn Wilson's short film "The Blitzen Trapper Massacre", which recently had it world premiere at this year's SXSW Film Festival and is now playing on Sundance Now.
Press Release:
SundanceNow is pleased to announce that Rainn Wilson and Joshua Homnick's short film The Blitzen Trapper Massacre is now live. The film had its world theatrical debut last night at SXSW, and is now playing on SundanceNOW.com at http://www.sundancenow.com/film/the-blitzen-trapper-massacre/625 for an exclusive, one-week run.
Everyone's been obsessed with the music of a favorite band at one time or another, but in The Blitzen Trapper Massacre, writer/director Rainn Wilson takes hero worship to a comically frightening new level. One night, the actor shows up backstage to meet indie rock stars Blitzen Trapper before a big show. Initially excited to meet their most famous fan, the band grows concerned when Wilson produces his own guitar and invites himself to join their performance. The group quickly rebuffs his "kind" offer of backup, but this won't be the last they've heard from the deranged Wilson. Will the band survive to play the show? If they don't, there's one fan waiting in the wings to take over. After all, the show must go on.
Rainn Wilson (NBC's The Office) also stars in IFC Midnight's SUPER, which will be released April 1st in select cities.
The filmmakers behind the documentary "Becoming Santa" recently send us a still and information of their upcoming screenings including it's world premiere at this year's SXSW Film Festival.
Plot Synopsis:
BECOMING SANTA is the story of one man entering the culture and character of Santa Claus for a single season. We follow Jack as he bleaches his hair, goes to Santa School and tries to do everything that Santa is asked to do. He works as a sidewalk Santa, does home visits, a Polar Express Train and a parade. Along the way, Jack collects children's wishes, learns about the benefits of belief, the history and origin of Santa and the ordinary people keeping the Santa spirit alive.
Screenings:
Saturday March 12th 12:00PM Alamo Lamar C
Tuesday March 15 4:00PM - **Westgate
Wednesday March 16 3:00PM - State Theatre
Friday March 18 2:30PM - Alamo Lamar B
