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Keke Palmer Sings Live at SXSW After ‘I Love Boosters’ Premiere as Boots Riley Talks Fighting Fascism With Fashion
**Keke Palmer Sings Live at SXSW After "I Love Boosters" Premiere**
The 2026 edition of the SXSW Film & TV Festival kicked off with a bang in Austin, Texas, with the grand premiere of Boots Riley's sci-fi comedy "I Love Boosters". The movie, which boasts an all-star cast including Keke Palmer, Naomi Ackie, and Taylour Paige, has generated a lot of buzz ahead of its release.
The story revolves around three professional shoplifters, who steal from clothing stores owned by an evil genius billionaire, played by Demi Moore, as a form of resistance against her exploitative business practices. The film's unique blend of humor and social commentary has left audiences in stitches and food for thought.
Following the premiere, the cast and crew celebrated at the Variety Cover Party presented by Neon, where Keke Palmer took the stage to perform two songs from the movie's soundtrack. It was a thrilling experience that left the crowd in awe.
The fashion theme of the movie was not just limited to the storyline, but also reflected in the outfits of the cast and crew at the party. Eiza González and Eric Andre, who made a cameo in the film, spoke to Variety about their looks, which were as unique as they were stylish.
"I Love Boosters" is a powerful commentary on the fashion industry, using it as a backdrop to tell a story of working-class women coming together to fight against exploitation. The movie's premiere at SXSW is a fitting start to the festival, and we can't wait to see what other exciting films and performances the festival has in store.
In a conversation with Variety, Boots Riley talked about how fashion can be a form of resistance against fascism. He emphasized that "people want to be involved with the world and art and feel like they're in that conversation". This sentiment is reflected in the movie's theme of using fashion as a means to challenge the status quo and fight for justice.
The premiere of "I Love Boosters" marks the beginning of a week-long celebration of film, music, and art at SXSW, and we are excited to see what other thrilling experiences await us.