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Lebowski Fest Austin - May 19th-20th,
2006
 Click here to buy your tickets now! Fri - May 19th - Kickoff Party - The Yuppie Pricks, Autobahn, The Recliners followed by a midnight movie screening. Special Guest Appearance by "Big" Lew Abernathy (Inspiration for Walter!) - 8pm @ Maggie Mae's - 323 E. Sixth St 78701 - Ages 21 and over. Appearance by Big Lew Abernathy (one of the inspirations for Walter!)  The character of Walter Sobchak played by John Goodman was inspired by three individuals: John Milius, Peter Exline and "Big" Lew Abernathy. Big Lew is a retired Los Angeles Private Detective. Back in the early nineties, about the time of our conflict with Saddam and the Iraqis, Peter Exline and Big Lew could be found at Cafe 50's loudly arguing over political philosophy, unchecked aggression, and whether Peter's rug really did tie the room together - inevitably drawing parallels to the Viet Nam conflict. Some of their more outrageous (but true) exploits are depicted in the film, including the the trip to the impound yard and their visit to Little Larry Sellers house. Big Lew is a writer/director/actor whose credits include Deep Star Six, House IV and James Cameron's Titanic. Like Walter, Lew believes in playing by the rules, freedom of speech, and that his buddies did not die face down in the muck for nothing. He dislikes unchecked aggression, rug pee-ers and Nihilists. The Yuppie Pricks!  Meet the new corporate raiders of rock - The Yuppie Pricks. Handsome, talented and rich beyond your wildest dreams, they don't need you - you need them. Just hope they don't back over you with their BMW's after stealing your girlfriend. Before the film, the pricks will rally forth with stock tips, grooming advice, fashion schooling and some straight ahead punk tunes with refreshing capitalist lyrics. Autobahn 
These nihilists will cut off your johnson before you can say "nice marmot". Autobahn has been taking the globe by storm with their earthy techno-pop. The Recliners  The Recliners bring you all of your favorite tunes - lounge-style. Quiet Riot and AC/DC never sounded so swanky. Voted Best Lounge/Swing band by The Austin Chronicle. Sat - May 20th - Main Event - Bowling, Costume, Trivia contests and what-have-you. Special Guest Appearance by "Big" Lew Abernathy (Inspiration for Walter!) 8pm to 1am @ Highland Lanes - 8909 Burnet Rd. 78757 - All Ages.  Sign up for the mailing list for more info. |
Lebowksi Fest is not affiliated with the creators of The Big Lebowski. We are just huge fans of this Coen Brothers masterpiece.
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