Matthew Lillard (The Descendants) strays from his usual funny man schtick, and stretches his artistic muscles in his  feature film debut. From the trailer this indie film looks like it’s going to pack a lot of heart. I’m excited, and hope it gets picked up for national distribution.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QpXaaf_qOUw

Synopsis:

Troy Billings is seventeen, overweight, and suicidal. Just as he’s about to jump in front of a bus, he’s saved by Marcus, a charming high school dropout/street musician. The two begin an uneasy friendship when Marcus enlists the musically challenged Troy to become the drummer in a new punk rock band. As Troy’s relationship with Marcus grows, Troy’s father becomes increasingly concerned about his son’s new friendship.

Fat Kid Rules The World premieres tonight at SXSW.