Art Horror: Lars von Trier affronts once again, and chaos, indeed, reigns. A couple relocates to a remote cabin after their child's death. More horrors abound. Read a full review of Antichrist.
Texas Filmmakers: Austin-based Sam Wainwright Douglas’ new film is the sort of art documentary that there ought to be more of – not a hagiographic retrospective of some well-collected celebrity, but a vital record of a new project, from emerging artists, in the process of creation. Director will be in attendance.
Brunch With the "Boys" The film's wicked take on modern vanity is often hysterically on-target, although the plot never really takes off, as outrageous as it is and despite some pretty amazing special effects. Read a full review of Death Becomes Her.
Master Pancake: Kiddie horror film has young aficionados encountering a whole spectrum of monsters. Expect a number a costume changes from John Erler and co.
Saturday Movie Matinee: Spiritual relative of Cloverfield is a tense chamber piece featuring an absolutely-not-nice John Goodman. Read a full review of 10 Cloverfield Lane.
The life cycle of a monarch butterfly and its long-distance migration from Canada to Central Mexico is captured in this 3-D nature documentary that also focuses on the decades of fieldwork conducted by Canadian scientist Fred Urquhart.
Dubbed "the writer's film festival," AFF brings an assortment of creatives and world premieres to town. Hobnob with acclaimed screenwriters and try to get your spec screenplay into the hands of studio executives. Festival passes cost $50 or $12 per ticket, and are available online or at the venues. Read a full review of Austin Film Festival.
A combination of underground films and extreme metal, the organizers promise a celebration of all that is "dark and grotesque." See "Shredding Horror," Oct. 27 for a look at the fest.