The Best of Me

It's getting hard to tell one Nicholas Sparks adaptation from another amid all the dross.

"...Directed by: Michael Hoffman. Starring: James Marsden, Michelle Monaghan, Luke Bracey, Liana Liberato,..."

Oct. 17, 2014 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

The Best of Enemies

Unlikely alliances grow as conversation finds common ground in this historical true-life drama

"...Directed by: Robin Bissell. Starring: Taraji P. Henson, Sam Rockwell, Anne Heche, Babou Ceesay, Wes Bentley, Nick..."

April 5, 2019 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Film-Focused Radio Show On Story Returns

Season 2 debuts with John Lee Hancock (The Founder) interview

"...A behind-the-scenes drama about the fraught beginnings of the McDonald’s franchise, The Founder won’t open wide in..."

Jan. 6, 2017 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

We Have an Issue: Finding Inspiration in the “Best of Austin”

Check out the nearly 900 (!!) people and places nominated in our "Best of Austin" Readers Poll

"...week's issue, we unveil the finalists in our annual "Best of Austin" Readers Poll. That "annual" comes with an..."

March 26, 2021 Column by Kimberley Jones

Geezerville’s Best of 2014 Volume 2

Top 10s playlist – a final spin of the year that was

"...Here’s my semi-annual mix of fave songs from the past 12 months. It starts..."

Jan. 7, 2015 Music Post by Jim Caligiuri

The Here & the Now: Best of 2012 (So Far)

Sampler mixtape for the first half of the year

"...Here’s a mix of favorite songs from albums released thus far in 2012...."

July 11, 2012 Music Post by Jim Caligiuri

Day Trips: Best of Texas

Five best roadside attractions around Texas

"...Five of the best roadside attractions in Texas:..."

Nov. 8, 2019 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

The Best of Chris Isaak

Stylish, Orbison-esque crooner hits the Moody

"...“I’m writing on a moving bus and it’s hitting every pothole!” Getting..."

Sept. 4, 2013 Music Post by Margaret Moser

Page Two: The Best of Austin

A concept in search of an author; characters in search of a form; memory in search of meaning

"...Chapter One..."

Oct. 17, 2008 Column by Louis Black

We Have an Issue: Everything You Need to Know About The Austin Chronicle’s Best of Austin Awards

When to vote, why to vote, and how to campaign

"...In this issue we kick off another Best of Austin Awards cycle. For 34 years,..."

March 29, 2024 Column by Kimberley Jones

“Best of Austin” Winner Avery Moore Isn’t Kidding Around

"Hey man, this is for you"

"...Avery Moore is funny. Like, Funniest Person in Austin finalist, Austin Music Awards-hosting, "Best of Austin"-winning..."

April 15, 2022 Arts Feature by Rod Machen

We Have an Issue: Spring Treats, Fantastic Comics, and Best of Austin Finalists

In this week's issue, we celebrate Austin's comic book artists and authors, and reveal the 875 nominees up for Best of Austin Awards

"...Spring has certainly stepped up its pace. Last weekend alone, the Music staff was covering three different hometown festivals,..."

May 5, 2023 Column by Kimberley Jones

We Have an Issue: Best of Austin: Restaurants Finalists Announced

Vote now!

"...was nudging you to vote in the first round of our Best of Austin: Restaurants poll? The fruits of..."

Aug. 5, 2022 Column by Kimberley Jones

New Season of AFF's On Story Starts Saturday

KLRU series about creative process leads with filmmaker Jeff Nichols

"...born in 1978,” Nichols said. “I’m probably not the best person to lay that story out for people.”..."

April 12, 2017 Screens Post by Katie Walsh

Best of the Best (With Qualifications)

"...So Charlie Kaufman is the best screenwriter of the 21st century, eh? Compared to whom,..."

Oct. 15, 2008 Screens Post by Josh Rosenblatt

We Have an Issue: Time to Vote for Your Favorite Local People and Places in The Austin Chronicle’s Best of Austin Awards

Show your appreciation for the good work folks are doing

"...This week's cover wasn't the planned one, but after news broke Monday that Mayor Kirk Watson..."

March 31, 2023 Column by Kimberley Jones

'Best of Times'

Sara Hickman rounds up a few pals to help raise funds for Theatre Action Project

"...What began with a simple question – "How can I use the title of Official..."

Feb. 4, 2011 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Best of Print 1995

Words: Printed, Spoken, and Painted

"...1995. It wasn't the best year in book publishing: Martin Amis - genius or..."

Jan. 5, 1996 Books Feature

Best of 2009 (So Far)

A mid-year walk through Geezerville

"...the Energizer Bunny, the Austin music scene just keeps on going. I’m continually amazed that after nearly 15 years..."

July 8, 2009 Music Post by Jim Caligiuri

The Best of Food in 2007

Top 10 Sandwiches of 2007

"...Garlic and Herb Roasted Leg of Lamb, FoodHeads, 616 W. 34th, 420-8400. This essential Austin..."

Jan. 4, 2008 Food Feature by MM Pack

The Best of Times, the Worst of Times

A look back at Texas A&M and Missouri's first season in the SEC

"...at Kyle Field, the Aggies put an emphatic stamp on a season that exceeded everyone's expectations but Aggieland's. With..."

Nov. 27, 2012 Sports Post by Emily Bevan

The Best of the A/v Geeks III

"...Directed by: Various. This new program of old 16mm educational film strips and training films is..."

April 8, 2002 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

The Best of the Rest The Summer of '95, Part 2

"...Do you believe in magic? Silly question. You're human. You obviously believe in magic. Now you..."

June 9, 1995 Books Feature

'Chronicle' Misses the Most Important Part of the Story

"...I'm disappointed Louis; the Chronicle missed the mark entirely concerning the Planned Parenthood vs...."

Dec. 16, 2003 Postmarks

The Best of Oktoberfest

Seven local picks for celebrating pretzels, brats, and beer

"...gets all the glory when it comes to October celebrations. But can't we all agree that it might be..."

Oct. 12, 2018 Food Feature by Emily Beyda

The Story of Us

"...Directed by: Rob Reiner. Starring: Red Buttons, Betty White, Tom Poston, Jayne Meadows, Jake Sandvig, Colleen..."

Oct. 15, 1999 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

My Best Fiend

"...you're talking about German director Werner Herzog and his longtime “friend” and star Klaus Kinski, the answer is pretty..."

March 17, 2000 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

The Best Intentions

"...by: Bille August. Starring: Samuel Froler, Pernilla August, Max Von Sydow and Ghita Norby. Working from Ingmar Bergman's highly..."

Sept. 25, 1992 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

On the Cutting Edge: Four Short Films About Violence Against Women

"...four short, experimental films that all examine the topic of violence against women. Beyond this shared theme, they all..."

Sept. 16, 1994 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Police Story I

"...Maggie Cheung. This is the first in Chan's Police Story trilogy, and although some people herald it as the..."

July 30, 1993 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

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