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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Film screenings are held at the Stagecoach Theater (2254 South Hwy. 87, Fredericksburg). Craft Every Moment THURSDAY, APRIL 28, 2011 4–6 p.m. *Filmmakers Welcome | Blue Moon Filmmakers Lounge at the Hampton Inn and Suites – 515 East Main Street, Fredericksburg Block 1 | Short and Feature — see page 4 6:30 p.m. 9 p.m. Opening Night Party Navajo Grill — 803 East Main Street, Fredericksburg 9 a.m. *Panel Discussion | Blue Moon Filmmakers Lounge at the Hampton Inn and Suites — 515 East Main Street, Fredericksburg 11 a.m. Block 2 | Shorts — see page 5 1 p.m. Block 3 | Short and Feature — see page 6 3 p.m. Block 4 | Feature — see page 8 FRIDAY, APRIL 29, 2011 4–6 p.m. *Happy Hour | Blue Moon Filmmakers Lounge at the Hampton Inn and Suites — 515 East Main Street, Fredericksburg 5 p.m. Block 5 | Shorts — see page 9 7 p.m. Block 6 | Feature — see page 10 9 p.m. Hill Country Film Festival After Party The Auslander — 323 East Main Street, Fredericksburg SATURDAY, APRIL 30, 2011 9 a.m. *Panel Discussion | Blue Moon Filmmakers Lounge at the Hampton Inn and Suites — 515 East Main Street, Fredericksburg 11 a.m. Block 7 | Shorts — see page 14 1 p.m. Block 8 | Short and Feature — see page 15 3 p.m. Block 9 | Short and Feature — see page 16 4–6 p.m. *Happy Hour | Blue Moon Filmmakers Lounge at the Hampton Inn and Suites — 515 East Main Street, Fredericksburg 5 p.m. Block 10 | Shorts — see page 18 7 p.m. Block 11 | Shorts and Feature — see page 20 9 p.m. Discover more on Facebook.® ©2011 BLUE MOON BREWING COMPANY, GOLDEN, CO BELGIAN WHITE BELGIAN-STYLE WHEAT ALE BREWED WITH NATURAL FLAVORS *Closing Night Party and 2011 HCFF Award Ceremony Fredericksburg Theater Company — 1668 South Hwy. 87, Fredericksburg Enjoy a sneak preview of the first theatrical trailer for Seven Days in Utopia, an independent film shot in and around Fredericksburg and Utopia, Texas last summer. It stars Academy Award winners Robert Duvall (Tender Mercies) and Melissa Leo (The Fighter) along with Lucas Black (Friday Night Lights), Debra Ann Woll (True Blood), and Brian Geraghty (The Hurt Locker). It is scheduled for release in August of this year. The screenplay was adapted from David Cook’s book, Golf’s Sacred Journey, Seven Days On The Links Of Utopia. Dr. Cook, also a producer and co-screen writer, will attend the screening along with Dennis Rice, Head of Marketing and Distribution and be available to answer questions from the audience. *These events are exclusive to HCFF badge-holders only. BM_InBar_5x7-75.indd 1 3/21/11 11:35 AM Hill Country Film Festival | 1 | www.hillcountryff.com Welcome to the 2011 Hill Country Film Festival At the heart of great films are well-crafted stories. Behind each of those stories are a collection of filmmakers, who have equally compelling tales about the art of making movies. At the Hill Country Film Festival (HCFF), stories are paramount. Whether it’s the flickering image projected on the big screen or a candid reveal from a director about his or her creative process, stories fascinate us. As we enter our second year, HCFF is happy to once again bring the stories of indie filmmakers to the greatest town in Texas — Fredericksburg. Special Thanks era. Cam ights. L ! n o i t k A es the elcom w u a unique ure isitor B ree days of , and V d n a ntion l — th d the state king Conve Film Festiva g r u aroun b ’re loo s y s from rtain. If you ormation derick Hill Countr r e e r k F a e m l Th Inf ente annua bars Visitor ent film e and wine second y independ pire, educat top by our g in d s s b lu ! , c in s s e l in r o work at wil etween film ing local and m be, th b ryth teries e a v e e l the glo “Aktion” a t c lo abou me -ups, for so o find out sic line u t m r e e Cent eer, liv man b & Ger 600 997 3 | 866 . g r n i o t St rgTX. t Aus u s b a s E k ric 302 F re d e enter .Visit tion C a m www r r Info Visito 36_Film Fest Ad-2011.indd 1 Hill Country Film Festival | 2 | www.hillcountryff.com Deidre Acord Gordon Ames Derek Castillo Tommy & Cindy Eilers Anthony Flores Elizabeth Hansen Marge Jenschke Bjorn Kirchdorfer Jade Lawrence JoNell Lawrence Steve & Renie Litton Jason Miskovsky Shamus & Corina Mulderig Brad & Amanda Nadal Noelle Newby Sofus & Janie Nielsen Paul Osborne Amber Pearce Brett & Anne Marie Schoonover Mike Scannell Lindy Segall Dan & Jeri Svatek Larry & Kay Svatek Alison Turner Julie Voorhees David Whillock Ph.D. Glen & Nicole Wienecke Eddy Young With seven features and 41 short films, there’s something for everyone. Over the next two and a half days we hope you explore these wonderful, powerful, emotional, thought-provoking and entertaining movies from Texas and around the world. Thanks to Gary Weeks and our team of programmers in California who watched close to 100 hours of film. Thanks to Amy Miskovsky and our management and marketing team in Texas. Their leadership continually guides HCFF and the Hill Country Film Society in the right direction. A big thank you to our generous sponsors for having the foresight to envision our festival’s potential growth and relevance. We value your partnership. Thanks also to Gene Oliver and the Stagecoach Theater, our volunteers, our filmmakers, the City of Fredericksburg and you for being our audience. Without the audience, the heart of HCFF would cease to beat. Our story evolves because of you. Enjoy the films. Enjoy Fredericksburg. Enjoy meeting fellow moviegoers and filmmakers. After all, it’s the love of film and the world of storytelling that brings us all together. Gary Weeks, Programming Director Amy Miskovsky, Festival Coordinator Adam Boley, Event Photographer Natalie Burge, Design Director Kathy Farley, Copywriter Harry Frishberg, Technical Director/Programmer Max Frishberg, Technical Director/Programmer Brad Kammlah, Event Host/Programmer John Lee, Marketing Director — Chad Mathews, Festival Director Juanita Lee, Marketing Project Manager Wade Lee, Hospitality Coordinator Jill Rytie-Lutz, Programmer Mike Lutz, Programmer Rebecca Marino, Event Photographer Matthew Morris, Web Designer Gene Oliver, Theater Owner Tom Provost, Panel Discussion Moderator William F. Reed, Videographer/Programmer Ly Tran, Digital Media Director 3/10/11 3:16 PM Hill Country Film Festival | 3 | www.hillcountryff.com THURSDAY, APRIL 28 | 6:30 P.M. | BLOCK 1 | OPENING NIGHT FRIDAY, APRIL 29 | 11 A.M. | BLOCK 2 | SHORTS Room 333 — The Voice of Terror | USA | Thriller | 20 minutes | World Premiere | Texas Film | Directed by Robert Lopez Ghost Mall | USA | Documentary | 8 minutes | World Premiere | Texas Film | Directed by Nathan Duncan A terrifying voice in hotel room 333 has a devastating affect on 8-year-old Judy and her despicable mother. Ghost Mall is a meditation on a shopping mall in decline. It explores the landscape of a once thriving center of commerce in Austin, Texas — Highland Mall. Surprise Sneak Preview Feature | USA | Thriller | 78 Minutes | Directed by Eric Steele Cockpit: The Rule of Engagement | USA | Sci-fi |12 minutes | Texas Premiere | Directed by Jesse Griffith We are excited to bring back last year’s Hill Country Film Festival “Best Texas” award-winning filmmakers Eric Steele and Hunter Wood (TOPEKA) for their new feature film shot entirely in Texas. Edited by Sundance award-winning director David Lowery (St. Nick, Pioneer), photographed by Sundance and SXSW alum Clay Liford (WUSS) and produced by acclaimed producer Adam Donaghey (Lovers of Hate, Audrey the Trainwreck, WUSS, Earthling) this beautiful and disturbing film brings fate and error into the desolate bayous of East Texas in Caddo Lake. Two drifters happen upon a bed and breakfast owned by an elderly blind couple and their son, resulting in a weekend of chaos and bad fortune. In the end, “the only thing that matters is family.” HCFF Notes: Filmmakers from both films will be in attendance for a Q&A following the screening. VIEWER DISCRETION ADVISED: Block 1 — some language and violence In 2103, one rule in fighter combat keeps a mind controlling alien race away from Earth’s doorstep. The Captain of a star carrier must decide whether the lone surviving pilot of a bombing run can return to base when suspicion arises that the alien enemy has corrupted his mind. Starring Ronny Cox (Beverly Hills Cop, American Outlaws). 30 Second Romantic Comedy | USA | Romantic Comedy | ½ minute | World Premiere | Directed by Rebecca Holopter An entire romantic comedy in 30 seconds. Amy’s got to choose: her cheating, high school sweetheart or her handsome, high school enemy. Will she follow her heart? Siren | Hungary | Drama | 11 minutes | Texas Premiere | Directed by András Novák A story about a young Hungarian boy and his fatal acquaintance with a Russian soldier during the 1956 Revolution in Budapest, which leads to an unusual trip down memory lane. All the Way Up | UK | Drama | 17 minutes | Texas Premiere | Directed by David Jason Charlie is a high-flying businessman living in his perfect world. Feeling trapped, he gives-in to temptation and is about to commit an adulterous affair with a work colleague. Charlie enters the lift of the prestigious Queens Hotel where all is not what it seems. Be a part of Texas film history! Drop off YOUR FILMS & VIDEOS for FREE DIGITIZATION SATURDAY, APRIL 30 11 Am - 7 PM at the HILL COUNTRY FILM FESTIVAL Highway 9 | USA | Drama | 5 minutes | Texas Premiere | Directed by Parke Metzer A young woman’s car runs out of gas on a lonely stretch of highway known to be the site of recent unexplained disappearances. When a lone stranger stops to give assistance, the suspense begins. Implants | Canada | Comedy | 2 minutes | Texas Premiere | Directed by Pardis Parker Two friends have a conversation about enhancements of the silicon variety. Animal Control | Canada | Drama | 17 minutes | Texas Premiere | Directed by Kire Paputts Larry, an eccentric, amateur taxidermist, works for animal services by picking-up road kill along the highway. Socially isolated, his only companions are the animals he’s stuffed. I Hate Josh | USA | Comedy | 15 minutes | Texas Film | Directed by Brock Griffith and Tyler Cochran Consumed by his own ego, Tyler, an over-the-top thespian in community theater, becomes obsessed with Josh, a seemingly harmless rising star. This satirical look at the theatrical world examines the characters and scenarios that local actors know all too well. VIEWER DISCRETION ADVISED: Block 2 — some language and graphic content More info at: www.TexasFilmRoundUp.org Hill Country Film Festival | 4 | www.hillcountryff.com Hill Country Film Festival | 5 | www.hillcountryff.com FRIDAY, APRIL 29 | 1 P.M. | BLOCK 3 | SHORT & FEATURE Nice Tie, Italiano! | USA | Drama | 8 minutes | World Premiere | Directed by Evan Hart As Giuseppe prepares for the most important meeting of his life, he is stalled by his desire for perfection — a stubborn bow tie and the nearly-perfect, mysterious beauty Gianna. This moment together tells the story of their past, but the night will determine their future. Starring Michael Kelly (Adjustment Bureau). The Drummond Will | UK | Comedy | 81 minutes | Texas Premiere | Directed by Alan Butterworth A deeply affectionate modern retelling of the classic comedies and murder mysteries from the Ealing era of British cinema, The Drummond Will imagines what it would be like to be stuck in a world where the strange rules of Ealing cinema apply. A world where life continues as normal in the face of escalating body counts, where sleepy English villages invariably harbor any number of dark secrets, and where you only really know who the murderer is when everyone else has been killed. The thoroughly modern Danny and Marcus are trapped in just such a world, and are quickly swept out of their depth. They realize they’ll need to rely on each other for survival. Forensics, cell phones and common sense won’t help them. It quickly becomes clear that nothing is what it seems. VIEWER DISCRETION ADVISED: Block 3 — some language and violence HCFF Notes: Chad Mathews (festival director), Gary Weeks (programming director) and Amy Miskovsky (festival coordinator) will be present for a Q&A session regarding HCFF. Hill Country Film Festival | 6 | www.hillcountryff.com Hill Country Film Festival | 7 | www.hillcountryff.com FRIDAY, APRIL 29 | 3 P.M. | BLOCK 4 | FEATURE FRIDAY, APRIL 29 | 5 P.M. | BLOCK 5 | SHORTS Cooper | USA | Drama | 90 minutes | Texas Premiere | Texas Film | Directed by Robin Nations Notes On the Other | Spain | Documentary | 13 minutes | Texas Premiere | Directed by Sergio Oksman This heartwarming film is about a stray dog named Cooper who is the lone survivor of a terrible car accident. Jake, the family patriarch, loses his wife and children in the accident. Not being a dogperson, Jake is angry and resentful toward the dog for even surviving. However, Jake eventually bonds with Cooper and it’s this relationship that helps him find the desire to keep living after such a tragic loss. Just as Jake gets back on his feet, he experiences a setback in the form of a missing dog poster. Dr. Mason, the vet who helps Jake bond with Cooper, suggests that he throw away the poster, but Jake feels compelled to do the right thing and return Cooper, thereby giving up the only family member he has left. HCFF Notes: Robin Nations (director) and members of the cast and crew will be in attendance for a Q&A session following the screening. Each summer, a crowd of Ernest Hemingway doubles meet in Florida to choose his best impersonator. There was a day in 1924 when the real Hemingway also wanted to be someone else. Notes on the Other is the story of this hypothesis. Sketch | USA | Drama | 19 minutes | Texas Film | Directed by Christian Remde An artist takes her first, hesitant steps back into the creative world by spending the afternoon with a model who isn’t giving her what she wants. Barko | USA | Animation | 8 minutes | Directed by Allison Craig Barko is a lonely, unloved and abused dog who has established himself as the unwilling clown of a circus run by poodles. His seemingly random fear of hot dogs is rationalized by flashbacks of a former owner who tormented the poor pup with the processed snack. Yet, in the end, Barko finds himself in the arms of a caring boy who shows him that he can experience a little love after all. The Terms | UK | Drama | 12 minutes | Texas Premiere | Directed by Jason LaMotte A father and son forge a twisted pact — one shot will decide between freedom and death. Starring Gary Lewis (Billy Elliott, Gangs of New York). 30 Second Horror | USA | Horror | ½ minute | World Premiere | Directed by Jeff Kongs An entire horror film in 30 seconds. A group of young kids go away for the weekend of their lives. Sadly, this is exactly what they lose. The Farm | USA | Drama | 13 minutes | Texas Premiere | Directed by Jon Hill Is it greed or ignorance that makes a man lust for land? Set during the Great Depression, this riveting drama draws parallels to today’s housing crisis — and dares you to ask the question, who is really at fault. Starring Garrett M. Brown (I Am Number Four, Uncle Buck). The Deadbeat | USA | Dramedy | 20 minutes | Texas Premiere | Directed by Levi Kaminkowitz This is a dark, bizarre, original comedic short set in a mortuary. Morgan, a socially inept mortician, is continually late to work due to traffic and is subject to his deranged boss, the mortuary owner. A twisted and hilarious tale ensues. 909 East Main Street, Fredericksburg, Texas 888-991-6749 830-997-0443 We represent over 250 unique Bed and Breakfasts and private guesthouses in Fredericksburg and the surrounding areas. We have been in service for over 11 years of satisfied guests. Visit www.fredericksburg-lodging.com to view and book accommodations that will make your visit to Fredericksburg more memorable. Hill Country Film Festival | 8 | www.hillcountryff.com VIEWER DISCRETION ADVISED: Block 5 — some language, violence and adult themes Hill Country Film Festival | 9 | www.hillcountryff.com FRIDAY, APRIL 29 | 7 P.M. | BLOCK 6 | FEATURE Echotone | USA | Documentary | 90 minutes | Texas Film | Directed by Nathan Christ Internationally known as “The Live Music Capital of the World,” Austin’s music culture has led it to become one of the world’s most sought-after destinations. As nearly two dozen high-rises pop up throughout the city amidst a post-Bush economic downfall, how does the working musician get along? This lyrical documentary provides a telescopic view into the lives of Austin’s vibrant young musicians as they grapple with questions of artistic integrity, commercialism, experimentation and the future of their beloved city. Echotone is a cultural portrait of the modern American city examined through the lyrics and lens of its creative class. HCFF Notes: The filmmakers will be in attendance for Q&A following the screening. VIEWER DISCRETION ADVISED: Block 6 — language This film block is proudly sponsored by Texas Independent Film Network — “Texas Films, Texas Theaters, Texas Audiences...A Texas Network” We are pleased to introduce the Texas Independent Film Network (TIFN), a statewide coalition of film societies, universities and independent theaters united for the purpose of screening Texas-made independent film. Every month TIFN takes a different Texas film on a circuit across the state, stopping in cities, college campuses and small communities throughout Texas. In every town we visit TIFN is partnering with respected film organizations like the Austin Film Society, Video Association of Dallas, Museum of Fine Arts Houston, Southwest Alternate Media Project (SWAMP), Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center, Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth and the Lone Star Film Society to help spread the word and guide programming decisions. For more information, visit their website at www.texasifn.com. The Auslander Bar open 11 a.m.– midnight Restaurant open 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. Closed Wednesdays Join us for the Friday night HCFF After Party at 9 p.m. 323 East Main Street, Fredericksburg Enjoy live music, great food and one of the largest beer selections in the Texas Hill Country. 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The following items were donated to the Hill Country Film Festival Raffle, benefiting the Fredericksburg Theater Company: SPONSORS Thank you to our sponsors for partnering with us. • Creative Artist Retreat for Two in Hye, Texas Lindy Segall, Capstone Ranch LLC • Bourbon Gift Basket Garrison Brothers Distillery www.garrisonbros.com • Republic Tequila Gift Basket Republic Tequila www.republictequila.com • Hand-made Necklace by Laura Collins Laura Collins www.lauracollins.com • Set of Four Placemats and Matching Napkins Linens-N-More www.linens-n-more.com • $50 Gift Certificate for Lunch at The Peach Tree The Peach Tree www.peach-tree.com • Eight Person Private Tour and Tasting at Becker Vineyards Becker Vineyards www.beckervineyards.com • The Texas Post Office Murals Book Journey Lane www.journeylane.com • Wexel Scrapbooker Frame Wexel Art www.wexelart.com • Whittington’s Gift Basket Whittington’s Jerky General Store www.whittingtonsjerky.com Hill Country Film Festival | 12 | www.hillcountryff.com Hill Country Film Festival | 13 | www.hillcountryff.com SATURDAY, APRIL 30 | 11 A.M. | BLOCK 7 | SHORTS SATURDAY, APRIL 30 | 1 P.M. | BLOCK 8 | SHORT & FEATURE Cooked | UK | Animation | 7 minutes | Texas Premiere | Directed by Jens Blank Balloon | USA | Art/Romance | 3 minutes | World Premiere | Texas Film | Directed by Jordan Haro Cooked tells the story of the unlikely love triangle that sparks between a walrus, a seal and a lobster in an arctic sauna. Stunning eye candy that functions as a visual depiction of ignorance intertwined within romance through symbolism of red balloons and crossword puzzles. Gillespie | USA | Drama/Horror | 8 minutes | Texas Film | Directed by John Gibson Removal | USA | Thriller | 90 minutes | Texas Premiere | Directed by Nick Simon A businessman is confronted by his demons in the form of a door-to-door redemption salesman. A detective hunts down an escaped cyborg and in the process discovers a shocking truth about himself. (special screening/out of competition) Cole is a likeable regular guy. After witnessing a gruesome murder-suicide, things haven’t been quite right. His wife left, he’s tormented by hallucinations and his career has declined into a blue collar job with a carpet cleaning service. Just when it seems his life has reached bottom, Cole is called out on an all-night cleaning job at a mansion far from the city. For company he has Henry, the rich, condescending homeowner who seems to take sadistic pleasure in letting Cole think he has just murdered his wife. A red stain on the carpet, a knife hacking into baked rabbit, a cell phone that won’t stop ringing — does it add up to murder or is Cole losing hold on his sanity? Kinetic camera work and playfully ominous sound design ensure that this hair-raising black comedy will keep you guessing until the very last shot. Starring Billy Burke (Twilight), Mark Kelly (Mad Men), Oz Perkins (Star Trek). Still Here | USA | Documentary | 21 minutes | Texas Premiere | Directed by Alex Camilleri VIEWER DISCRETION ADVISED: Block 8 — language and violence Kidnap | USA | Animation | 4 minutes | Texas Premiere | Directed by Sijia Luo A little chicken is late to school, but her excuse is too wild to believe — getting kidnapped on the way to school. Initiative #435 | USA | Sci-Fi | 6 minutes | Texas Premiere | Directed by Shawn Costa New York City native Randy Baron has been infected with HIV for 30 years, making him an inadvertent witness to the AIDS epidemic. Today, he has given his life new meaning by working to help to prevent the spread of the disease that devastated his life and the lives of his friends. 30 Second Heist | USA | Thriller | ½ minute | World Premiere | Directed by Stephen Cross An entire heist film in 30 seconds. ¿Tacos or Tacos? | USA | Documentary | 15 minutes | Texas Film | Directed by Robert Lemon ¿Tacos or Tacos? is about the emergence of new food cultures in Austin and how they are shaping community identity in the city. Through juxtaposing immigrant taco trucks on the east side of Austin to the new trendy food trucks in the eclectic neighborhood of South Austin, the film elucidates that taco trucks are more than just a place to eat for Mexican immigrants. The List | USA | Comedy | 10 minutes | World Premiere | Directed by George Moïse A good-looking young guy seeks the guidance of an older, wiser lothario to help him uncover the mystery of why a gorgeous girl blew him off. Agave Gallery Fine Art by Award-Winning Texas Artists The Philosopher | France | Dramedy | 17 minutes | Texas Premiere | Directed by Abdulla Al Kaabi A man who has enjoyed success in his life decides to strip himself of all material objects in order to attain a clear and pure mind through philosophy. Starring Jean Reno (Mission Impossible, The Professional). VIEWER DISCRETION ADVISED: Block 7 — some language, violence and adult themes War Dancer by John Bennett Texas State Artist 2010 208 East San Antonio One block south of Main Street Ranger by Roy Lee Ward Texas State Artist 1994-5 Hill Country Film Festival | 14 | www.hillcountryff.com Fredericksburg, Texas (830) 990-1727 www.agavegallery.com Hill Country Film Festival | 15 | www.hillcountryff.com SATURDAY, APRIL 30 | 3 P.M. | BLOCK 9 | SHORT & FEATURE Southbound | USA | Dramedy |12 minutes | Texas Premiere | Directed by Tim Disney Gardeners in Los Angeles use their leaf blowers in surprising and magical ways. Brother’s Justice | USA | Comedy | 80 minutes | Directed by David Palmer and Dax Shepard Motivated by box office statistics, Dax Shepard has made a decision to leave comedy to pursue his dream of becoming an international Martial Arts action star. Dax Shepard (Parenthood) and Nate Tuck star alongside an all-star cast including Bradley Cooper (The Hangover), Tom Arnold (True Lies), Jon Favreau (Iron Man), Ashton Kutcher (No Strings Attached), David Koechner (Anchorman), Michael Rosenbaum (Smallville) and more. VIEWER DISCRETION ADVISED: Block 9 — language, violence and brief nudity We’ve been In business for more than 10 years. • Business meetings and weddings • We work with dietary/cultural restrictions • Vegan/Vegetarian Jane Glenn [email protected] Food stylist for the film industry. Credits include: Temple Grandin, Meet Jane, My Generation, When Angels Sing • Competitive Rates • Will travel • Event staff and bartenders, TABC certified Call us today at 512.304.5048 For more information, visit www.allswellcatering.com. Hill Country Film Festival | 16 | www.hillcountryff.com Hill Country Film Festival | 17 | www.hillcountryff.com SATURDAY, APRIL 30 | 5 P.M. | BLOCK 10 | SHORTS Break a Leg | Canada | Dramedy | 7 minutes | Texas Premiere | Directed by Jesse Shamata A tightly-wound Cockney hit man simultaneously threatens and regales a mysterious breakfast companion with his dangerous philosophy. It’s not until his ultimatum is presented do we realize the shocking identity of his associate and the purpose of the meeting. Off Season | UK | Thriller | 12 minutes | Texas Premiere | Directed by Jonathan Van Tulleken An alcoholic transient, with only his dog for a companion, steals from summer cottages during the brutal winter of the off season. When he ventures from his usual path in search of a full bottle he makes a terrifying discovery that unravels his solitary existence. Marcel the Shell with Shoes On | USA | Animation | 4 minutes | Directed by Dean Fleischer-Camp Enjoy a day with Marcel, who’s a shell, that wears shoes. Marcel is voiced by Jenny Slate. The Carolyn Jackson Story | USA | Documentary | 11 minutes | World Premiere | Texas Film | Directed by Nina Vizcarrondo Meet Carolyn Jackson, homemaker turned media maven, who as host of her own talk show, charmed her way into the hearts of central Texans in 1968. In this exclusive interview, Jackson reflects on her trail-blazing and star-studded career. Ormie | Canada | Animation | 3 minutes | Texas Premiere | Directed by Rob Silvestri Ormie is a pig, in every sense of the word. He sees a cookie and wants it, but they are out of reach — or are they? See Ormie's attempts to gain the warm, sweet taste that is his obsession. Eulogy Maker | USA | Dramedy | 6 minutes | Directed by Leslie Langee Practice makes perfect, as a young country boy prepares for life's inevitable losses. 30 Second Western | USA | Western | ½ minute | World Premiere | Directed by Jesse Lee Renfro An entire western in 30 Seconds. A stranger rides into a desolate western town and saves the citizens from the clutches of the infamous Black Bart. Zero | Australia | Animation | 13 minutes | Texas Premiere | Directed by Christopher Kezelos In a world that judges people by their number, Zero faces constant prejudice and persecution. He walks a lonely path until a chance encounter changes his life forever — he meets a female zero. Together they prove that through determination, courage, and love, nothing can be truly something. Flat Love | Spain | Fantasy | 21 minutes | Directed by Andrés Sanz A man, convinced that the world is actually flat, falls in love with a two-dimensional woman at the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Narrated by acclaimed actress Isabella Rossellini. The Road Home | India/UK | Drama | 21 minutes | Directed by Rahul Gandotra Ten-year-old Pico struggles to settle into his new boarding school in the Himalayas. Abandoned by his parents and bullied, he runs away. Traveling through an Indian landscape he barely knows, can Pico find his way home to England? VIEWER DISCRETION ADVISED: Block 10 — language and violence Hill Country Film Festival | 18 | www.hillcountryff.com www.rainwatercollection.com Hill Country Film Festival | 19 | www.hillcountryff.com SATURDAY, APRIL 30 | 7 P.M. | BLOCK 11 | CLOSING NIGHT Lights | Germany | Comedy | 14 minutes | Texas Premiere | Directed by Giulio Ricciarelli It’s a story of a small town police officer who dreams of being a hero. As his peaceful village offers no opportunity for heroism, he decides to take matters into his own hands. He erects a traffic light on a rarely-used bridge in the middle of nowhere — and the fight begins. Paperboy | USA | Romance | 24 minutes | Texas Premiere | Directed by Mark LaFleur A paperboy and a girl on his paper route, try to meet face-to-face for the first time. Beyond Limits | USA | Documentary | 50 minutes | Directed by Kent Bassett At 19,340 feet, Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, Africa is the tallest free-standing mountain in the world and a daunting climb. Born with cerebral palsy, Bonner Paddock disregards conventional limits in hopes to defy his condition and inspire others. Despite a weak lower body, spastic leg muscles, lack of balance and climbing experience, Bonner is committed to the ascent. With only a few months of training, Bonner learns there is no preparation for what the mountain holds. More than eight days, 64 miles, shear cliffs, sub-zero temperatures, and ever-thinning oxygen, Bonner is forced to confront what most would consider catastrophic. To reach the summit of Kilimanjaro and silence his critics, Bonner will go beyond limits. Academy Award Nominee and 2010 HCFF best actor winner, Michael Clarke Duncan boldly narrates this true story. Bonner hopes to help children living with disabilities overcome their own obstacles. All the money raised from Bonner’s climb goes toward the first Early Learning Center to serve children with and without disabilities in Orange County, California. HCFF Notes: Bonner Paddock will be in attendance for a Q&A following the screening. Hill Country Film Festival | 20 | www.hillcountryff.com Hill Country Film Festival | 21 | www.hillcountryff.com JeepCollins.com 830 997 5490 648 Post Oak Rd Fredericksburg, TX 78624 This is definitely not your ordinary ice cream and bakery shop. Clear River, located at 138 E. Main St. in Fredericksburg, does things just a little differently, and you’ll be so glad they do. In the morning, you’ll love stopping by to pick up a delicious hot-from-the-oven baked goody and a cup of coffee from its extensive coffee bar. 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