Texas Filmmaker David Lowery Updates Pete's Dragon

Reimagining the Disney classic

"...saw something mythical and magical in the forest. Writer/director David Lowery said, "The line that really matters to me..."

Aug. 12, 2016 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

David Lowery on His Haunting New Film A Ghost Story

Casey Affleck plays a spirit unstuck in time

"...visual storytelling and evocation of place from Texas filmmaker David Lowery. Those familiar with Lowery's previous features – the..."

July 14, 2017 Screens Feature by Sean L. Malin

Single Barrel Whiskey for the Right Price at Jack Allen's Kitchen

High-quality, approachable whiskeys to get you out of your comfort zone

"...habit. Along with his team of fellow bourbon lovers, David Toby, beverage director of Jack Allen's Kitchen and Salt..."

Feb. 8, 2019 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

Frost/Nixon

Ron Howard presents us with Richard M. Nixon – the Christmas gift that keeps on giving.

"...momentous interviews with Nixon conducted by British TV personality David Frost in 1977, three years after the former president..."

Dec. 26, 2008 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Tristram Shandy: A Cock & Bull Story

Tristram Shandy’s inspired, breakneck madness provides a good forum for Michael Winterbottom’s chief talent: the illumination of human nature, with all its messes and occasional marvels.

"...Macdonald, Naomie Harris, Keeley Hawes, Shirley Henderson, Dylan Moran, David Walliams, Jeremy Northam and Benedict Wong. A quick skim..."

March 24, 2006 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

Celebrity Judges

This year’s distinguished panel of judges includes ...

"...David Toby: beverage director of both Salt Traders Coastal Cooking..."

Aug. 24, 2018 Food Feature

Hot Takes

What to drink with the fieriest salsas at the AC Hot Sauce Festival

"...away the burn of the Yellowbird hot sauce." [page] David Toby – Beverage Manager, Jack Allen's Kitchen..."

Aug. 19, 2016 Food Feature by Brandon Watson

Atomic Blonde

Spies duke it out in Cold War-era Berlin

"...Directed by: David Leitch. Starring: Charlize Theron, James McAvoy, John Goodman, Til..."

July 28, 2017 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Down Periscope

"...Directed by: David S. Ward. Starring: Kelsey Grammer, Lauren Holly, Rob Schneider,..."

March 8, 1996 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Live Fire!, Farm to Plate Debut Lineups

Daily Austin food news

"...Zhou or Barley Swine, Tony Oppie or Bespoke Food, David Bull of Boiler Nine, Todd Havers of Cafe Josie,..."

March 2, 2016 Food Post by Brandon Watson

'We Had a Tragedy Here in Austin'

City Manager dispells dark rumors surrounding David Rivas Morales's beating death this week.

"...meeting on a somber note today, with City Manager Toby Futrell attempting to clarify some of the "misinformation and..."

June 21, 2007 News Post by Wells Dunbar

Austin Restaurant News You Might’ve Missed

Just a few local food reminders – and a contest!

"...feature a drink program of coast-inspired beverages curated by David Toby (including a wine-on-tap program), all served in a..."

Jan. 16, 2019 Food Post by Emily Beyda

More New Restaurants Announced for Domain Northside

Daily Austin food news

"...Lujano, and Pepe Z Tequila cocktails from beverage director David Toby. Pepe Zevada and his team will be in..."

Oct. 13, 2016 Food Post by Brandon Watson

Let's Get Ready to Scramble

The Thrilla in the Tortilla

"...founder Josh Hare and Jack Allen's Kitchen beverage manager David Toby would have an informed opinion. My gratitude goes..."

Nov. 27, 2015 Food Column by Brandon Watson

Café No Sé Opens, Juliet Celebrates

Today's Austin food news

"...Jack Gilmore and his team, plus pairings from mixologist David Toby. Owner Dan Garrison and master distiller Donnis Todd..."

Sept. 18, 2015 Food Post by Brandon Watson

Wal-Mart Returns to Council, Kinda

Debate over the contentious traffic impact of Wal-Mart at Northcross far from over.

"...years ago and never replaced, a charge City Manager Toby Futrell quickly chalked up to the city's post-9/11 downturn...."

April 6, 2007 News Post by Wells Dunbar

Did Knee and Futrell Leak APD Warrants?

Whistle-blower testimony raises new questions concerning actions of city officials

"...– including APD Chief Stan Knee and City Manager Toby Futrell – may have compromised an ongoing criminal investigation..."

April 29, 2005 News Feature by Jordan Smith

SXSW Film Goes Right to the Moon

Apollo 10 1/2, Sandra Bullock, and more join movie list

"...Sarah Delappe, Chloe Okuno, Joshua Sharp, Aaron Jackson, Producers: David Hinojosa, Ali Herting, Lara Costa-Calzado, Tatiana Bears When a..."

Feb. 2, 2022 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

On the Edge

"...change could turn the movie into something marketable. Think David and Lisa and Girl, Interrupted crossed with Dead Poets..."

Aug. 10, 2001 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Astro Boy

This American-bred Astro Boy remains true to the heart and soul of the Japanese original but lacks its raw animation and emotions.

"...Directed by: David Bowers. Osamu Tezuka's pioneering Japanese manga and animé series..."

Oct. 23, 2009 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Further Reflections

SXSW Film Festival

"...Sikora; Prod: Joe Carducci; with Jeff Strong, Paula Killen, David Yow, Rex Benson, Richard Kern...."

March 21, 1997 Screens Feature

SXSW Film Gets Latest Apatow, Snowpiercer Premiere

Huge lineup includes new docs on St. Vincent, Ozzy, Zappa

"...The semi-autobiographical comedy starring SNL's Pete Davidson and directed by Judd Apatow kicks off today's lineup..."

Jan. 15, 2020 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Titane to Open Fantastic Fest 2021

Cannes winner heads up this year's lineup

"...proving that the family that films together wins together, Toby Poser, Zelda Adams, and John Adams, the team behind..."

Aug. 6, 2021 Screens Post

Beside the Point

A weird week at City Council

"...a lengthy press conference regarding the beating death of David Morales overshadowed the day's ministerial actions. Minutes after Art..."

June 29, 2007 News Column by Wells Dunbar

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...Clean Water Program Director Bill Moriarty sued City Manager Toby Futrell, Assistant City Manager Joe Canales, and Council Member..."

Jan. 6, 2006 News Feature

More Summer Fireworks at ACTV

A half-year after a city-led investigation began into missing money at ACTV, no answers are forthcoming. In the manner of many of the colorful programs and personalities that populate the public access airwaves, conspiracy theories abound – and not solely over the missing funds.

"...over the weekend Wray wrote to Travis Co. Attorney David Escamilla to ask his office to "stop the remaining..."

July 15, 2005 News Feature by Wells Dunbar

Weak at the Knee?

Chief Stan Knee's tenure at the APD has had many external successes, and several internal failures.

"...the idiosyncrasies of a police department," says City Manager Toby Futrell. She has been impressed by Knee's strong advocacy..."

Oct. 25, 2002 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Fantastic Fest Wave Three Crashes Down

Music and madness fill festival lineup

"...Gilliam's long-awaited The Man Who Killed Don Quixote, and David Robert Mitchell's follow-up to his breakout It Follows, offbeat..."

Sept. 13, 2018 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Point Austin: Town Lake 'Chinatown'?

Bill Moriarty's lawsuit against the city opens a can of worms on contracting, conflicts, and a good ol' boy network of city contractors

"...this writing) three of its biggest names: City Manager Toby Futrell, Deputy City Manager Joe Canales, and Council Member..."

Jan. 27, 2006 News Column by Michael King

City Hall Hustle: Ghost in the Machine

The council receives prophecy from an unexpected source

"...Exactly. And that's why Ott was right to can David Smith...."

June 4, 2010 News Column by Wells Dunbar

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