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No Alternative to Alt-Weekly Film Coverage
RECEIVED Mon., Jan. 29, 2024
Dear Editor,
The Austin Chronicle has been a vital media source for me for more than 30 years, covering many subjects I care about. I scanned the Jan. 26, 2024, issue with interest, to see what changes were coming. In a world where newsrooms and coverage continue to melt away, I was trying to remain optimistic. But ... no. There was no movie review section, and no cinema listings. Come on people! Is this the plan going forward? I am profoundly disappointed.
When it comes to regional political and economic developments, or music scene coverage, there are alternatives. But for movie listings? There is no print alternative. I urge you to rethink this change.
The Austin Chronicle has been a vital media source for me for more than 30 years, covering many subjects I care about. I scanned the Jan. 26, 2024, issue with interest, to see what changes were coming. In a world where newsrooms and coverage continue to melt away, I was trying to remain optimistic. But ... no. There was no movie review section, and no cinema listings. Come on people! Is this the plan going forward? I am profoundly disappointed.
When it comes to regional political and economic developments, or music scene coverage, there are alternatives. But for movie listings? There is no print alternative. I urge you to rethink this change.
Still Hoping,
John McNally
John McNally
Editor Kimberley Jones replies: Do not panic! There were just no new major releases opening in Austin last week. You'll find a film review in this week's issue, albeit looking a little different than you're used to. And you can always find showtimes and reviews online at austinchronicle.com/film.