Austin Playhouse's The Mystery of Edwin Drood

This musical production makes for an effervescent alternative to that other Dickens holiday show

"...of the New Rising Sun album or Orson Welles' film The Other Side of the Wind, for instance –..."

Nov. 30, 2018 Arts Review by Bob Abelman

New PBS Documentary Uses Austin Photographer to Explore Death

What we (don’t) talk about when we (don’t) talk about death

"...subject of fascination, and the subject of her new film, Into the Night: Portraits of Life and Death. The..."

March 23, 2018 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

Paramount Announces Summer Film Lineup

An embarrassment of cinematic riches await

"...at your local (soon to be demolished?) watering hole, Austin remains a unique and singular city, with a thriving..."

May 12, 2015 Screens Post by Josh Kupecki

Film Flam

Malick's latest goes to Berlin, fests beckon other locals

"...the cavalcade of announcements and premieres means some local filmmakers should be busy booking flights...."

Dec. 15, 2014 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Disney Casting in Austin

Rumors fly this may be for a galaxy far, far away

"...shots. Disney is casting two parts in an upcoming production in Austin later this month, and there's heavy speculation..."

Nov. 7, 2013 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Austin Food & Wine Alliance Announces Grant Winners

Culinary innovation and community projects rewarded with $20,000

"...The Austin Food & Wine Alliance's inaugural grants will help fund..."

Jan. 7, 2013 Food Post by Virginia B. Wood

Film Flam

AFF on the tips of our tongues, Gallagher's indieWIRE shout-out, local premeires in L.A. fest, and more

"...column with the announcement of the recipient of the Austin Film Festival's 2011 Extraordinary Contribution to Filmmaking Award, but..."

June 10, 2011 Screens Column by Kimberley Jones

Film Flam

The Austin Studios campus expands, SXSW Film adds venues and a tribute to Ain't It Cool News, and more

"...days old, but let's talk 2012. That's when the Austin Film Society acquires the National Guard Building at Mueller..."

Jan. 14, 2011 Screens Column by Kimberley Jones

Point Austin: The Legacy of Solidarity

Film of the 'Austin Chicano Huelga' recounts a city's transformation

"...Before the 1968-71 Economy Furniture strike, said Peck Young, Austin was essentially "just another Southern Confederate capital." Afterward, said..."

Oct. 15, 2010 News Column by Michael King

Film News

Film News eyes the horizon for another Spy Kids installment

"...Robert Rodriguez is actively considering a fourth Spy Kids film? That's what The Los Angeles Times reports in a..."

July 17, 2009 Screens Column by Joe O'Connell

Film News

There's life in it yet: The ailing Texas film industry is looking awfully sparky these days. We like.

"...Positive signs abound as film folks lobby lege..."

Feb. 27, 2009 Screens Column by Joe O'Connell

Film News

An Oscar, a zombie, and a film incentive walk into a bar ...

"...An Oscar, a zombie, and a film incentive walk into a bar... Did somebody say three-dot..."

Jan. 30, 2009 Screens Column by Joe O'Connell

Film News

Wrapping up the Austin Film Festival

"...Will Robert Rodriguez be forced to shoot his next film (reliable reports say he will shoot a live-action The..."

Oct. 24, 2008 Screens Column by Joe O'Connell

Film News

Robert Rodriguez starts shooting 'Shorts,' and other local production news

"...ever – Robert Rodriguez is getting busy again with production commencing at his local Troublemaker Studios on Shorts from..."

May 9, 2008 Screens Column by Joe O'Connell

Film News

Jeff Nichols' Shotgun Stories wins the Narrative Jury Award at AFF; plus, Pras, NAMAC, and Willem Dafoe

"...Count Jeff Nichols as the next hot Austin filmmaker. His Shotgun Stories, the tale of a feud..."

Oct. 19, 2007 Screens Column by Joe O'Connell

Film News

Projects aplenty

"...Adam Rifkin's caveman comedy from University of Texas at Austin film arm Burnt Orange Productions, is now National Lampoon's..."

June 29, 2007 Screens Column by Joe O'Connell

Film News

Of informational pickets, $1.5 billion projects, and newborns

"...teamster, a couple of happy writers, and a hungry filmmaker walk into a film studio. Does someone hear a..."

April 27, 2007 Screens Column by Joe O'Connell

Film News

Texas could be like New York

"...case, Brian O'Leary, vice president of NBC/Universal, was talking film incentives – not Yankee pride – when he described..."

March 16, 2007 Screens Column by Joe O'Connell

Film News

As Perry proposes $20 million for incentives in budget, two major productions open up shop in Austin

"...Pretty Woman and Trinity Swing Into Austin Rumors that Fireflies in the Garden, which has just..."

Feb. 16, 2007 Screens Column by Joe O'Connell

Film News

TV to the rescue, 'Madman' Robert Rodriguez, and more news

"...TV saved the 2006 film star The boob tube saved the Texas film industry..."

Dec. 29, 2006 Screens Column by Joe O'Connell

Film News

Last thoughts on Altman, courtesy of collaborator Stephen Harrigan; plus, incentives and local interest

"...Robert Altman died, with an early 2007 start to filming planned. Now, the project is in limbo. "All I..."

Dec. 1, 2006 Screens Column by Joe O'Connell

Film News

I've got some good news and some bad news. Which do you want first?

"...tepid ratings, has been granted a full season of filming in Austin, it was announced this week. The announcement..."

Nov. 17, 2006 Screens Column by Joe O'Connell

Film News

Minor 'Miracle': mystery of major Hollywood family film shooting here pretty much solved

"...Austin claims 'Miracle' North and South Carolina's loss is Austin's..."

Nov. 3, 2006 Screens Column by Joe O'Connell

Film News

The 2005 numbers from the Texas Film Commission? Not bad. Gary Busey coming to town? Scary. Plus, Rhiannon Elizabeth Rodriguez-Avellán, Susan Youssef, and Tracie Laymon.

"...Not Bad, Can't Complain That's the verdict on the Austin film industry in 2005. Could have been better, has..."

Dec. 30, 2005 Screens Column by Joe O'Connell

Film News

What does Katrina mean for the Texas film industry? Plus, bidding goodbye to the Austin actress with the most beautiful eyes, Tomi Barrett.

"...We Had to Ask The queasy question Texas film folk have been afraid to utter is thus: Does..."

Sept. 16, 2005 Screens Column by Joe O'Connell

Film News

Rodriguez and Q.T. go back to the grind; plus, 'Screen Door Jesus,' back to Sundance, and all kinds of opportunities to get involved

"...on Grind House, with each directing an hourlong horror film, the always-tight-lipped Rodriguez's spokesperson confirmed. The two films will..."

June 10, 2005 Screens Column by Joe O'Connell

Film News

The pair behind 'Dear Pillow' is at it again; plus, IFP issues, Cannes kudos, and Digital Light Processing lightsabers

"...Bryan Poyser quit his day job. Officially a full-time filmmaker, he and Jacob Vaughan are knee-deep in script rewrites..."

May 27, 2005 Screens Column by Joe O'Connell

Film News

The stars are out already – just look around; plus Guadalupe Arts Center groups regroup and more industry news you won't find anywhere else

"...on the hike-and-bike trail this week, maybe you did. Filming began Monday on Every Word Is True, and the..."

Feb. 18, 2005 Screens Column by Joe O'Connell

Austin Powers in Goldmember

"...long under laughing gas, the latest installment in the Austin Powers series has stopped making much sense at all,..."

July 26, 2002 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

Mr. Smith Goes to Austin

Writer / director Kevin Smith discusses his new film Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back.

"...how to make funny movies. On August 13, the Austin Film Society will present the regional premiere of Smith's..."

Aug. 10, 2001 Screens Feature by Kimberley Jones

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