Highlighting one of the most innovative American directors, this film reveals the path traveled by the auteur from his small-town Texas roots to his warm reception on the awards circuit. Long before he directed Boyhood, Richard Linklater’s intense desire to create fueled his work outside the Hollywood system. Rather than leave Texas, he chose to collaborate with like-minded artists crafting modest, low-budget films in a DIY style. His ability to showcase realistic characters and tell honest stories was evident from his films, and others soon took notice of his raw talent.
Louis Black
Director
Karen Bernstein
Director

Richard Linklater
Self

Ethan Hawke
Self

Julie Delpy
Self

Ellar Coltrane
Self

Jack Black
Self

Matthew McConaughey
Self

Jonathan Demme
Self

Kevin Smith
Self

Sandra Adair
Self
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