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I’M SO EXCITED

August 4, 2013

When should a film be judged on its merits, and when should a film be judged as an entry on the filmmaker’s resume?

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Ryan McNeil
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Danger Zone – I’M SO EXCITED Trailer

January 9, 2013

2013 isn’t just going to be about Katniss, Clark Kent, and Gatsby. It’s also the year of new Almodovar.

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Ryan McNeil
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GHOST GRADUATION (PROMOCIÓN FANTASMA) Plays TIFF 2012

September 13, 2012

What might have happened if the gang from THE BREAKFAST CLUB had died in that library but never been allowed to exit this earth?

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Ryan McNeil
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