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#1 out of 4

Chili Finger debuted at SXSW as a darkly comic thriller with a Coen Brothers vibe, drawing attention to Judy Greer's performance.
Greer delivers the film’s emotional core, while the ensemble around her struggles with the over-the-top material.
Bryan Cranston and John Goodman are highlighted for offbeat, dark humor, though the script undercuts their efforts.
SXSW screening situates Chili Finger among edgy, tabloid-inspired dark comedies seeking a cult following.
The directors’ prior work on Superior and The Kid’s Table informs the film’s kinetic style, though reception remains divided.
The film centers on Jess and Ron amid financial strain and a mystery involving a severed finger.
The cast includes Sean Astin, John Goodman, Bryan Cranston, and Madeline Wise across a violent, escalating plot.
THR notes the film balances humor and pathos but remains overly contrived.
The piece highlights a strong supporting cast and production teams behind Chili Finger.
Audience takeaway centers on whether the film delivers satisfying humor amid chaos.

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#2 out of 4

Miriam Shor and Juliane Dressner co-direct a feature documentary about how NDAs silence people and shape personal stories.
The film, My NDA, follows three subjects from different industries as they face NDAs and the decision to possibly break them.
Shor's personal experience with an NDA that silenced her informs the documentary’s focus on emotional cost.
The project evolved during the pandemic, with Dressner doubting NDA-driven stories at first but later joining the effort.
The documentary highlights the human cost of being legally gagged and weighs personal morals against legal threats.
NDAs are shown as increasingly common even in ordinary agreements, such as residential leases.
The film includes anonymized participant 'Jane' to protect someone amid ongoing litigation.
SXSW screening will determine distribution plans outside the festival circuit.
The subjects include Ashley Kostial, Ifeoma Ozoma, and Lachlan Cartwright, each tied to notable NDA-related stories.
The filmmakers tracked developments over several years, balancing interview access with legal risk for participants.

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#3 out of 4

Deadline’s SXSW Studio in Austin hosted a panel for 'Kill Me' featuring Charlie Day, Allison Williams and Giancarlo Esposito, with Peter Warren speaking as writer-director.
The film Kill Me blends a murder mystery with mental health themes, as Jimmy navigates whether he is being stalked or chasing his own demons.
Giancarlo Esposito explains the protagonist’s journey as he confronts past depression while pursuing answers in the story.
Deadline notes the 2026 SXSW Film Festival runs through March 18, with additional coverage of other titles and events in Austin.
Panelists discussed the film’s approach to mental health within a darkly comic murder mystery framework.
The event featured insights from writer-director Peter Warren, along with leads Day and Williams and producer Esposito.
The interview emphasizes the film’s balance of genre thrills with meaningful conversations about mental health.
The discussion took place during SXSW in Austin, Texas, as part of Deadline’s comprehensive festival coverage.
Deadline provided updates on related SXSW features and other festival developments in its ongoing coverage.

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#4 out of 4

The film centers on five teen ballerinas who must fight back after a deadly incident in a Hungarian bar.
Reviewers say Pretty Lethal lacks a distinctive style and feels like an imitator rather than an original work.
The film's color palette and visuals are described as underwhelming for an action movie with a John Wick vibe.
Mashable commends the action sequences but notes the setup delays weaken the payoff.
Uma Thurman is highlighted as a darkly fun presence as a former ballerina with an ax to grind.
The final act is described as chaotic and feels like shortcuts rather than earned changes.
The review notes the film is entertaining but not as wild or satisfying as potential inspiration points.
The production design's potential is acknowledged, but it doesn't translate into a strong visual punch.
The cast performances receive mixed notes, with Ziegler and Simmonds singled out for solid work within a flimsy script.
The film premieres on Prime Video on March 25 after screening at SXSW 2026.

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