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Brian Premieres at SXSW with 100% Rotten Tomatoes Rating

3/22/2026

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Summary

Will Ropp's Captivating Film

Will Ropp, the director of Brian, followed a script written by Mike Scollins that captivated him.
The film follows Ben Wang as a high school student who struggles with mental health while running for class president to impress his teacher.
The cast also includes William H. Macy and Edi Patterson.
Brian premiered at SXSW on March 14, 2026.
The film earned a 100% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

Summary

Beck and Paul's Journey

Anima, directed by Brian Tetsuro Ivie, explores humanity, mortality, and connection through the journey of Beck and Paul.
Beck, played by Sydney Chandler, is a laid-off worker who becomes involved with Paul, a wealthy man facing death.
Their road trip reveals their contrasting backgrounds and shared loneliness.
Ivie emphasizes organic emotional unveiling over dramatization, creating reflective experiences of love and loss.
Anima is currently seeking distribution after its SXSW premiere.

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Will Ropp's Captivating Film

Will Ropp, the director of Brian, followed a script written by Mike Scollins that captivated him.
The film follows Ben Wang as a high school student who struggles with mental health while running for class president to impress his teacher.
The cast also includes William H. Macy and Edi Patterson.
Brian premiered at SXSW on March 14, 2026.
The film earned a 100% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

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