John Lewis: Good Trouble

The life of the indefatigable civil rights champion

"...This richly deserved tribute to the indefatigable John Lewis, the pioneering civil rights activist and longtime Georgia..."

July 3, 2020 Movie Review by Steve Davis

Playback: The Indestructible Mr. Lewis

The trials and tribulations of Mr. Lewis & the Funeral 5, plus a UtopiaFest report, and the passing of Seth Gibbs

"...Thicker than blood, Greg Lewis and James Sheeran's friendship goes back three decades. Their..."

Nov. 9, 2018 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

3 Reasons You Should Know John Merriman’s Name

And only one of them is because it’s easier to spell than 'Galifianakis'

"...Local actor/comedian/creative whirling dervish John Merriman is in the news this week. We're gonna..."

Sept. 6, 2013 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

ACL Live Review: Jenny Lewis

Ex-Rilo Kiley singer goes full-on pink except for her tequila goblet

"...and the sweltering temperatures dropped a few degrees, Jenny Lewis walked onto the Vrbo stage across Barton Springs Road..."

Oct. 5, 2019 Music Post by Isa Jones

SXSW Music News: Jenny Lewis Makes Surprise Appearance on Rainey Street

Netflix embed follows up Father John Misty with Rilo Kiley singer

"...Hard to follow Saturday’s surprise set from Father John Misty, but Netflix’s Highwaymen House buzzed palpably Monday evening...."

March 12, 2019 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

Elton John Rockets the Moody

Piano prince toasts Andy Roddick Foundation’s 15th anniversary

"...Last Saturday, Sir Elton John followed Jerry Lee Lewis on the Acura stage at..."

May 5, 2015 Music Post by Nina Hernandez

Lewis Black’s Campaign

The comedian flexed irreverent intellect at the Paramount Theatre

"...Lewis Black wrestled with an existential dilemma before a packed..."

Sept. 9, 2016 Arts Post by Bryan Rolli

Lewis & Clark & George

"...Michael Mayers (Spanking the Monkey) and Austin-based production designer John Huke, McCall at least gives his picture a fresh,..."

Feb. 13, 1998 Movie Review by Russell Smith

SXSW Music News: Father John Misty, Jenny Lewis, and Toro y Moi Give Way to Music Week

What’s what so far at SXSW Music

"...nightly surprises to promote a new Western flick. Father John Misty launched Friday, Jenny Lewis on Monday, and yesterday..."

March 13, 2019 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

Book Review: I Came As a Shadow by John Thompson

Coach's autobiography is a tale of U.S. sports and U.S. history

"...in his bones of the sports-world wisdom repeated by John Thompson: “People only listen to you if you win.”..."

March 3, 2021 Sports Post by Michael King

Punk Legend John Doe Presents at AFS Cinema

The L.A. to Austin transplant on acting: "I want to be sideways!"

"...that I'm the Lee Marvin of punk rock!" laughed John Doe, Austin resident of two years and most notable..."

Aug. 2, 2019 Screens Feature by Tim Stegall

Butler School of Music: For this John Adams, a King

UT honors the Nixon in China composer with an award for his notable musical work and three concerts featuring his compositions

"...John Adams' name is on everyone's lips these days, but..."

April 25, 2008 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

In Queso Emergency Concert Tribute to Jill Lewis

Some of her favorite musicians play Stubb's Sunday, July 28

"...Austin Slow Burn co-founder Jill Lewis had a huge legion of friends and fans of..."

July 26, 2013 Food Post by Virginia B. Wood

John Wayne vs. Atticus Finch

Dueling D.A.Candidates Differ on Punishment and Prevention

"...County. He considers himself lucky to have mentored under Johnny Holmes, the flamboyant Houston prosecutor who has put more..."

Oct. 18, 1996 News Feature by Amy Smith

SXSW Music: Father John Misty, Santigold, Lukas Nelson, and More

"...Father John Misty at Netflix Highwaymen House at Banger’s Basement on..."

March 12, 2019 Photo Gallery

Casar Kicks Off

Campaigns rumble into gear – and Doggett talks House sit-in

"...It was a full and enthusiastic house Saturday afternoon..."

June 27, 2016 News Post by Michael King

La Barbecue Turns Up the Heat With Secret Pit Technology

Is this special new smoker a brisket game-changer?

"...today and at least here, we have an answer: John Lewis, head pitmaster of La Barbecue, spent more than..."

April 26, 2013 Food Post by Kenny Pailes

Malibu's Most Wanted

"...Directed by: John Whitesell. Starring: Jamie Kennedy, Taye Diggs, Anthony Anderson, Blair..."

April 18, 2003 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the March on Washington With This New Graphic Novel

John Lewis pens civil rights history in new graphic novel

"...John Lewis, the youngest keynote speaker at the march, co-authored..."

Aug. 28, 2013 Books Post by Jessi Cape

Lincoln

Despite a monumental performance by Daniel Day-Lewis, Spielberg's film has a fussed-over theatricality that's hard to escape.

"...Directed by: Steven Spielberg. Starring: Daniel Day-Lewis, Sally Field, David Straithairn, Tommy Lee Jones, Joseph Gordon-Levitt,..."

Nov. 16, 2012 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

John Lewis Evolution (Atlantic)

National Records

"...John Lewis Evolution (Atlantic) Composer/arranger and Modern Jazz Quartet musical..."

Dec. 31, 1999 Music Review by Harvey Pekar

Our Kind of Traitor

Stellan Skarsgård and Damien Lewis rock this John le Carré adaptation

"...White. Starring: Ewan McGregor, Naomie Harris, Stellan Skarsgård, Damian Lewis, Jeremy Northam, Saskia Reeves and Grigoriy Dobrygin...."

July 1, 2016 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

Food-o-File

Let them eat brisket

"...Pit whisperer John Lewis was in town last week representing la Barbecue..."

May 8, 2015 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Food-O-File

Thoughts on the fall of John Mueller

"...the legion of folks who wanted to believe in John Mueller's barbecue resurrection...."

Nov. 16, 2012 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

John Lewis

"...John Lewis Evolution 2 (Atlantic) With the passing of John..."

April 27, 2001 Music Review by Harvey Pekar

Keane

An unconventional psychological thriller without much plot, Keane is the gripping and uncompromising story of a man's attempt to hang on to his sanity.

"...Directed by: Lodge Kerrigan. Starring: Damian Lewis, Abigail Breslin and Amy Ryan. Lodge Kerrigan is one..."

Nov. 4, 2005 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

The Crucible

"...Directed by: Nicholas Hytner. Starring: Daniel Day-Lewis, Winona Ryder, Paul Scofield, Joan Allen, Bruce Davison, Rob..."

Dec. 20, 1996 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Howlin' Wolf Does Not Wear Panties

Walter Daniels' punk blues stirs up a whole new generational ilk, like Black Joe Lewis

"...working with a young blues shouter named Black Joe Lewis. If it's got anything to do with modern lo-fi..."

Nov. 18, 2005 Music Feature by Margaret Moser

The Way I See It

Portrait of presidential photographer Pete Souza has depth but lacks focus

"...best film subjects. Director Dawn Porter, who also directed John Lewis: Good Trouble (out now), doesn’t find a good..."

Sept. 18, 2020 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Car 54, Where are You?

"...Directed by: Bill Fishman. Starring: David Johansen, John C. McGinley, Fran Drescher, Nipsey Russell, Rosie O'Donnell, Al..."

Feb. 4, 1994 Movie Review by Pamela Bruce

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