Everything’s bigger in Texas and that includes our cinematic talent pool. Traveling through Austin this weekend is a testament to Lone Star State cinema, aka a showcase of short films featuring everything from country fairs to historic theatres, rodeos to ranches – all made by and around Texans. The 80-minute program block doesn’t just feature these local luminaries’ work, though; there’ll also be a post-screening talkback with the filmmakers where “we discuss all things homegrown moviemaking.” Pull on your boots and tip your 10-gallon to those keeping this state’s cinematic star big and bright deep in the heart of Texas. – James Scott
