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The latest on Rodriguez’s premiere of ‘Shorts’
We mentioned here last week that Robert Rodriguez is throwing a big shindig for the local premiere of his latest family-friendly film “Shorts” on Aug. 16 at the Paramount Theatre. After the screening of the Austin-made, Day-Glo kids fantasy about a magic Rainbow Rock that grants wishes, a full-blown carnival with games and rides will unfold on Congress Avenue outside the Paramount.
The screening happens at 2:30 p.m. Aug. 16 and all proceeds — every cent — go to the Thoughtful House Center for Children. Expect a red-carpet event with the filmmakers and some of the cast, which includes many children — including Rodriguez’s son Rebel Rodriguez — plus James Spader, Jon Cryer, William H. Macy and Leslie Mann.
Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Wednesday at www.GetTix.net and the Paramount box office (713 Congress Ave.). $30 for the movie and carnival. VIP badges, including a VIP lunch and special seating, are $125.
“Shorts” opens in theaters Aug. 21. It’s rated PG.
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By ODR
July 7, 2009 4:15 PM | Link to this
LWQ, I do remember that time although it has been a while. And his defenders will probably show up and say something like “this is a kid’s movie! It’s not made for you!” BS on that. There are plenty of family films that don’t insult my kids’ intelligence. Rodriguez doesn’t seem interested in quality filmmaking anymore.
By lwq
July 7, 2009 1:04 PM | Link to this
Anyone remember when Rodriguez still made good movies?