The Duke of Burgundy

This character study of mistress-and-servant lesbian role-playing is gratifying without being sexually explicit.

"...them) in bondage and domination role-playing. The Duke of Burgundy plays around with roles, all right, often beautifully so,..."

Feb. 6, 2015 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Back to Burgundy

French drama tries to find life lessons in the vineyard.

"...But the dramatic core of Cédric Klapisch’s Back to Burgundy is pure boilerplate. It is table wine instead of..."

April 6, 2018 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Meet One of Burgundy's Great Winemakers

Jacques Lardiere, director of winemaking at Maison Louis Jadot

"...Anyone interested in the great wines of Burgundy should consider the last minute addition of the renowned..."

Feb. 28, 2010 Food Post by Wes Marshall

Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy

Will Ferrell's Anchorman needs more work behind the scenes.

"...introducing with E!-like gravitas beloved San Diego anchorman Ron Burgundy (Ferrell) and his similarly swingin’ news team/wingmen (including Rudd..."

July 9, 2004 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

Fantastic Fest 2014: The Duke of Burgundy

The year's most genteel sex comedy reveals relationship truths

"...a lesson to be learned from The Duke of Burgundy, the latest exquisite puzzle picture by British director Peter..."

Sept. 25, 2014 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Selections From Burgundy

Oct. 26, 2007 Food Feature by Wes Marshall

Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues

Ron Burgundy is back – and the legend continues, at least in his own mind.

"...on the zeitgeist, I suppose. Happily, tonsorial-centric newscaster Ron Burgundy (Ferrell) has returned to the fray in this surprisingly..."

Dec. 20, 2013 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

The Grape Beyond

From Burgundy to Tuscany, the basics on wines one might soon find in Austin

"...in the town of Beaune, the epicenter of the Burgundy wine trade. People in Burgundy are both knowledgeable and..."

Oct. 26, 2007 Food Feature by Wes Marshall

Vice

Unsubtle Dick Cheney bio-pic is the political bludgeon we deserve

"...of antic comedies like Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy, Step Brothers, and Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky..."

Dec. 21, 2018 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

Paris Can Wait

A woman at the crossroads of life

"...as they languidly eat their way from Provence to Burgundy in the likewise slight Paris Can Wait. It’s evident..."

June 2, 2017 Movie Review by Steve Davis

Blades of Glory

This ice-skating comedy demonstrates that just because Will Ferrell is game for anything that might draw a laugh, it doesn't mean he should follow through with every idea that comes his way.

"...of Ricky Bobby and Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy. Again Ferrell is given a goofy name, Chazz Michael..."

March 30, 2007 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Weekend Wine: Pinot Noir at a Reasonable Price

Four Austin dudes shake up the red wine world

"...wine in the world, a Pinot Noir from France’s Burgundy area...."

May 30, 2020 Food Post by Wes Marshall

Pretty for Posterity

The HRC seeks donations to restore Gone With the Wind costumes

"...holdings. But nothing – and especially not a 75-year-old burgundy ball gown with feather fringe – is immune to..."

Aug. 10, 2010 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

The Chameleon of Wines

The World's Most Popular Wine

"...Chardonnay, with its chameleon-like character, enjoys international appeal. Burgundy produces the archetypical Chardonnay-based white -- a stylish, toasty..."

April 9, 1999 Food Feature by Anthony King

In Fabric

Marianne Jean-Baptiste says yes yes yessss to the dress

"...siren-like actresses around him, or how The Duke of Burgundy's lesbian BDSM relationship really deals with interpersonal power dynamics:..."

Dec. 6, 2019 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Wine of the Week

Try France

"...intense relationship with the Pinots of France – especially Burgundy. It's inevitable because that's where Pinot creates the most..."

July 13, 2007 Food Column by Wes Marshall

There Can Be Only One

Fronting and posting at B-Boy City 16

"...Wu:The trick is to wear everything in the color burgundy. It doesn't really matter what as long as it..."

April 10, 2009 Arts Feature by Rachel Koper

Sanctuary

Deliciously perverse battle of the sexes plays with lust and power

"...the power, while Peter Strickland's delicious The Duke of Burgundy emphasized the emotional heavy lifting it takes to be..."

June 2, 2023 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

The Field Guide to Evil

Folk horror anthology has intriguing international scares

"...and most unique is "Cobbler's Lot," The Duke of Burgundy director Peter Strickland's retelling of the Hungarian fairy tale..."

March 29, 2019 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

DVDanger: Fantastic Fest Rewind

Before the deluge, a 2014 flashback

"...may have exceeded that with his follow-up Duke of Burgundy. Springing out of a failed attempt to remake Jess..."

Sept. 23, 2015 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

The Best of Food in 2007

10 Best Wines of the Year

"...the few Sauvignon Blancs legally allowed to grow in Burgundy. One taste, and you'll understand why French Sauv Blancs..."

Jan. 4, 2008 Food Feature by Wes Marshall

Renfield

Dracula's sidekick finally gets his day in the sun

"...the opportunity to vamp and ham it up in burgundy velvet suits or gnarly makeup, elevating the material he’s..."

April 14, 2023 Movie Review by Alejandra Martinez

Fantastic Fest Review: In Fabric

Definitely say yes to this dress

"...from Peter Strickland (Berberian Sound Studio, The Duke of Burgundy) keeps in line with his giallo influences, breathing life..."

Sept. 21, 2018 Screens Post by Jenny Nulf

The Night He Came to Fantastic Fest

Genre fest announces Halloween for opening night

"...U.S. Premiere, 118 min. Peter Strickland (The Duke of Burgundy, Berberian Sound Studio) returns to Fantastic Fest in full,..."

Aug. 22, 2018 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Film Flam: Neon, Blue Starlite, and Kiss

Movie news, Tim League, and Gene Simmons (not dueting, sadly)

"...UK to Hungary transplant Peter Strickland (The Duke of Burgundy); Poland's Agnieszka Smoczynska (The Lure); Turkish horror pioneer Can..."

Jan. 20, 2017 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

The Big Short

The financial meltdown of 2008 is treated with terrific comic spin

"...the sublimely silly comedies Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy and Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby, Adam..."

Dec. 25, 2015 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

Apis and Congress Get Truffled

Today's Austin food news

"...new role as executive consultant to help plan Celebrate Burgundy, a festival celebrating the best of regional French food..."

Oct. 20, 2015 Food Post by Brandon Watson

Far From the Madding Crowd

This Thomas Hardy adaptation is a reflection of our times

"...fashion-forward one, to boot: I swooned more for Bathsheba’s burgundy leather jacket than for any of her boyfriends.) The..."

May 8, 2015 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

Luke Wilson, Tommy Lee Jones to Recieve Texas Film Awards

Hollywood heavyweights, indie icons, and an honorary Texan lauded

"...has included blockbuster comedies (Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy), indie favorites (Rushmore, and of course Idiocracy)) and TV..."

Jan. 7, 2015 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Top 10 Festival Films You Haven't Seen Yet

Vampires, hip-hop, cults, and odd romance are our unreleased faves

"...5: The Duke of Burgundy..."

Jan. 3, 2015 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

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