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Kentucker Audley

Kentucker Audley is a filmmaker, film programmer, actor and (former) Movies hat salesman. His debut album, Old Amateur, is now out. His latest film, Strawberry Mansion (co-directed with Albert Birney), premiered at Sundance 2021. His previous directorial effort, Sylvio (also co-directed with Albert Birney), debuted at SXSW and was named one of the Best 10 Movies of the Year by The New Yorker. As an actor, he’s starred in indie films such as Christmas, Again and Sun Don’t Shine. He also founded NoBudge and Movies Brand.

Video Essay: Mr. Holland’s Opus — What Music Is?

Kentucker Audley continues his series of video essays with a new entry that focuses on the classic '90s drama starring Richard Dreyfuss.

October 12, 2016

Video Essay: Powder, Outside Appearance

Ahead of the film's 21st anniversary, actor, director and video essayist Kentucker Audley looks at one of the major movie achievements of the 1990s.

August 18, 2016

Video Essay: Independence Day, a Milestone in Special Effects, Comic Relief, and More

As Independence Day: Resurgence hits theaters, Kentucker Audley's video essay looks back at the original film.

June 24, 2016

Kentucker Audley (Open Five) Talks Brent Hodge and Derik Murray’s I Am Chris Farley

Will this documentary on the late legendary comedian and actor live up to the expectations of a devoted longtime fan?

August 3, 2015

Kentucker Audley (Open Five 2) Talks Peter and Bobby Farrelly’s Dumb and Dumber To

When he was 13, he loved the original and thought it was the most hilarious thing ever. Twenty years on, will he think the sequel is funny at all?

November 19, 2014

DIY Filmmaking Guru Kentucker Audley Talks How to Make It Big in Hollywood

It's tough to become a successful Hollywood director, but following these simple steps from an industry vet can help fast-track your fame.

September 6, 2014

DIY Filmmaking Guru Kentucker Audley Talks How to Become the Next Big Indie Sensation

The pioneering independent director shows you how to harness the power of the internet to help you achieve your career goals.

July 26, 2014