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By Robert Koehler

A case of solid journalism that happens to be cinematically interesting, "Better This World" traces the curlicues and conspiracies surrounding the trials of two protestors arrested during the 2008 Republican National Convention. Filmmakers Katie Galloway and Kelly Duane de la Vega sympathize with the protestors, but they also consider the facts of the case by listening to the key players. Result is a docu thriller with twists that will catch many by surprise. Sept. 6 airing on PBS’ "POV" makes Stateside theatrical chances slim, but global biz and fest play should be terrific.

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Texas-related SXSW films ‘Incendiary’ & ‘Better This World’ probe high-profile cases

By Charles Ealy
AMERICAN-STATESMAN STAFF

Updated: 12:42 p.m. Friday, March 11, 2011
Published: 12:25 p.m. Thursday, March 10, 2011

Amid dozens of powerhouse documentaries, two stand out at this year’s South by Southwest Film Conference and Festival, which starts today. And both of them "Incendiary" and "Better This World" raise questions about two high-profile legal cases involving Texans.

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After two years of work, Better This World will have its world premiere this week at the SXSW Film Festival.    Join us at the Vimeo theater in the Austin Convention Center this Saturday, March 12th, at 11am.   If you don’t have a badge,  don’t worry!   Tickets for the showing will be available for purchase at the theater.

At 5pm that same day we’ll be hosting a happy hour to celebrate the premiere at Cheer Up Charlie’s, 1104 East 6th Street.    Come get sloppy drunk with us!