Alamo Drafthouse Gets OK to Screen The Interview

Remember when Kim Jong-un threatened to nuke Austin? He'll be mad now.

"...a chance to catch the controversial comedy, as the Alamo Drafthouse confirms it will host screenings, starting Christmas Day...."

Dec. 23, 2014 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Alamo Drafthouse Goes Into the VOD Business

Alamo on Demand to offer curated selection of films

"...Austin-based theater chain the Alamo Drafthouse has just announced it is launching its own..."

May 7, 2020 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

The Alamo

In this round of historical revisionism there's not much to remember except, maybe, Davy Crockett becoming a fiddler on the roof.

"...to sink most projects twice its budget, Disney/Imagine’s The Alamo has finally arrived, cut down to a manageable 135..."

April 9, 2004 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Vulcan Video Lives in the Alamo!

Not a dream! Not a what-if! Video Vortex comes to South Lamar!

"...in time for International Independent Video Store Day: The Alamo Drafthouse will be the new home to the massive..."

Oct. 16, 2020 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

What Next for the Former Alamo Ritz Location?

After the Alamo, an unclear future for the historic Downtown cinema

"...Take the Alamo out of the Ritz, and it's still the Ritz...."

July 2, 2021 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

Alamo Drafthouse's Rolling Roadshow Returns

We're gonna need a bigger summer

"...– because, you know, there isn’t any – the Alamo Drafthouse’s semi-dormant Rolling Roadshow has announced the return of..."

May 21, 2015 Screens Post by Marc Savlov

Alamo World Domination Plan Continues Unabated

The Drafthouse announces a new distribution banner

"...When the Leagues wrested back control of the Alamo Drafthouse brand in the beginning of summer, we assumed..."

Sept. 9, 2010 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Chain Sold to Sony Pictures Entertainment

Hollywood studio pledges to keep the Drafthouse model going

"...A massive change is in store for the Alamo Drafthouse: The Austin-based cinema chain and its film festival..."

June 12, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Bullock Museum Cancels "Forget the Alamo" Program Under Pressure

Right-wing outrage scuttles writers' virtual event (for now)

"...notice, canceled a talk with co-authors of Forget the Alamo, a new look at the myths and realities of..."

July 1, 2021 News Post by Mike Clark-Madison

Alamo Drafthouse Touts Post-Bankruptcy Expansion Plans

With sale complete, chain announces five new locations

"...ask Apple, Marvel Entertainment, and Six Flags), and the Alamo Drafthouse has just announced that it's moving past its..."

June 1, 2021 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Lars Nilsen Steps Back From Full-Time Alamo Duties

Longtime programmer will stay on as adviser and Weird Wednesday host

"...tears following news of Zack Carlson’s departure from the Alamo Drafthouse? Steel yourself for another punch to the gut:..."

Feb. 21, 2013 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

Alamo South Pulls Out All the Stops For Closing Bash

Cramming everything you love about the Drafthouse into one night

"...genre kicks? Whatever you are, whatever you love, the Alamo South Lamar is serving it up on a platter..."

Dec. 19, 2012 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

Day Trips: Renovations at the Alamo, San Antonio

The 300-year-old Alamo is on its way to being new again

"...Alamo Plaza in San Antonio is showing signs of the..."

March 14, 2025 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Alamo Going Ape for Lakeline Opening

New site opens doors on July 22 as Lake Creek closes

"...One era ends as another begins at the Alamo Drafthouse. On July 21, the Alamo Lake Creek will..."

July 10, 2013 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Booze, Blades, and Babes: Alamo Slaughter Lane Opens

Opening ceremonies for Alamo Slaughter Lane

"...It wouldn't be an Alamo opening if the above prerequisites weren't met, right? Contrary..."

March 22, 2012 Screens Post by Marc Savlov

First Night at the Alamo Ritz

Notes from the first night at Austin's newest oldest cinema.

"...Tim and Karrie League had originally hoped, the new Alamo Ritz finally opened last night (see Marc Savlov's excellent..."

Nov. 2, 2007 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Austin Film Festival Review: Buck Alamo

Sonny Carl Davis shines as a fading Austin burnout

"...You've seen Buck Alamo. He's the old guy selling electrified geodes on South..."

Oct. 23, 2021 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Drafthouse Launches the Alamo 100

League and company create the ultimate desert island viewing list

"...What do you get when you put six Alamo Drafthouse programmers in a room and tell them they..."

Dec. 13, 2013 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Alamo S. Lamar & Highball Redesigned

The future is now, in the third quarter of 2013

"...facts of the matter, as revealed in an official Alamo Drafthouse press release earlier today, are much less intergalactic..."

Sept. 18, 2012 Screens Post by Marc Savlov

Alamo Drafthouse Becomes Silver Sponsor for the Trevor Project

Fundraising push continues throughout August

"...to put their money where their mouth is. The Alamo Drafthouse has done just that, with the announcement that..."

Aug. 11, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Alamo Drafthouse Announces $5 Tickets for Its Summer Vacation

Classics for kids of all ages aims to bring back family movie days

"...more than the budget for a blockbuster. So the Alamo Drafthouse has announced its Family Summer Vacation season, and..."

May 18, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Alamo Drafthouse Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection, Closes Ritz

Firm pledges to continue operations at all remaining sites

"...and a potential for hope for fans of the Alamo Drafthouse this morning: The Austin-based cinema chain filed a..."

March 3, 2021 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Alamo Drafthouse Slaughter Lane Reopening This Weekend

First Austin location offering free Bill & Ted screenings

"...getting a lot brighter with the announcement that the Alamo Drafthouse Slaughter Lane will be one of a number..."

Aug. 18, 2020 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Alamo Drafthouse Releases Buffalo Cauliflower Recipe

It’s vegan, it’s delicious, and it’s perfect for quarantine

"...to this planet from a month-long journey to Neverland, Alamo Drafthouse is temporarily closed nationwide due to, well, you..."

April 1, 2020 Food Post by Jessi Cape

Alamo Drafthouse Closes All Locations

Local chain pledges $2 million to assist those affected

"...The Alamo Drafthouse, the Austin-based art/exploitation chain that has become a..."

March 16, 2020 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Alamo South Lamar Is Alive!

Drafthouse announces opening date and the special opening film

"...after almost two years of a complete rebuild, the Alamo South Lamar will reopen on Aug. 16, with Michel..."

Aug. 12, 2014 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Alamo Drafthouse Lays Off Large Portion of Staff

Organizers estimate some sites lost up to 25% of hourly workers

"...Staff at the Alamo Drafthouse has been hit by major layoffs, from the..."

Jan. 14, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Alamo Drafthouse Reunites Lord of the Rings Cast

Austin cinema chain shares exclusive Q&As with global theatres

"...that only together can you succeed. That's why the Alamo Drafthouse is presenting a new series of Q&As to..."

March 4, 2021 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Review: Buck Alamo

First look at the new film starring Sonny Carl Davis

"...You've seen Buck Alamo. He's the old guy selling electrified geodes on South..."

Sept. 21, 2020 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Alamo Presses Play on VHS Celebration

Special shows launch first book from Drafthouse's book imprint

"...The Alamo Drafthouse is synonymous with film restoration. but it's also..."

Jan. 8, 2020 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

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