For anyone with a hankering for some real local flavor on the big screen, the third installment of the IT CAME FROM TEXAS Film Festival is just around the corner, set to paint the town with tales as grand and rugged as Texas itself. The cultural shindig takes over Garland’s Plaza Theatre from September 12 to 14 and promises a lineup filled with Lone Star classics that'll make you tip your hat in appreciation.
As reported by the City of Garland’s official announcement, festivalgoers are in for a treat with screenings like 1967's “Bonnie and Clyde” and a nod to Texas history with 1960's “The Alamo,” each accompanied by discussions that offer behind-the-scenes insights. If you snagged an all-access pass before the price hike – which, heads up, jumps from $65 to $75 on August 11 – then you're set up nicely with perks such as early admission, a commemorative poster, and discounts at participating businesses and restaurants.
Speaking of the all-access festival perks, passes are still on the grab, though they're labeled ‘Limited Availability.’ So, if the idea of front-row seats to Texas cinematic history and that sweet, sweet early admission is calling your name, mosey on over to Prekindle’s page before they're all snapped up. They’ve got a string of films and events that’ll likely have folks lined up around the block. According to the festival’s schedule, attendees will also enjoy post-screening discussions with some notable names — like Bonnie Parker's niece, Rhea Leen Linder, and John Wayne's granddaughter, Anita La Cava Swift — putting flesh and bone on these True Texas Tales.
Kicking off on that Friday evening, "Bonnie and Clyde" won't be your ordinary run-of-the-mill screening. It comes loaded with a panel featuring Bonnie's niece and Farris Rookstool, who told the City of Garland that this movie signals more than just an infamous crime spree; it's a nuanced glimpse into the Dust Bowl-era Texas.
