Searching for Bobby Fischer

"...Laurence Fishburne, Joan Allen, Max Pomeranc and Ben Kingsley. Bobby Fischer is not so much a character in this..."

Aug. 13, 1993 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Bobby Lee Carter and the Hand of God

When Miss Lena came home from visiting her sister in Jackson and found out Bobby Lee Carter had hanged a man from her sycamore tree, she left the breakfast dishes unwashed in the sink for the first time in her life.

"...from visiting her sister in Jackson and found out Bobby Lee Carter had hanged a man from her sycamore..."

Sept. 29, 2000 Features Feature by Susan Schorn

Bobby "Blue" Bland

Roadkill

"...Antone's Friday, January 31 Bobby "Blue" Bland's smooth, sophisticated R&B -- where big-band,..."

Jan. 31, 1997 Music Feature

Hearts in Atlantis

"...Directed by: Scott Hicks. Starring: Anthony Hopkins, David Morse, Hope Davis, Anton..."

Sept. 28, 2001 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

The Man

Bobby “Blue” Bland (1930-2013) made me one too

"...Bobby “Blue” Bland is The Man. There’s no other way..."

June 28, 2013 Music Post by Bill Bentley

Delivery Man

Vince Vaughn stars in this remake of a sweet Canadian film about a prolific sperm donor whose contributions catch up with him 20 years later.

"...Directed by: Ken Scott. Starring: Vince Vaughn, Chris Pratt, Cobie Smulders, Andrzej Blumenfeld,..."

Nov. 22, 2013 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

The Fan

"...Directed by: Tony Scott. Starring: Robert De Niro, Wesley Snipes, Ellen Barkin, John..."

Aug. 16, 1996 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

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.

"...left over from Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby and Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy. Again Ferrell..."

March 30, 2007 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Death Watch: Steven Long Spared Execution

SCOTUS’ ruling in Bobby James Moore case spares inmate’s life, for now

"...of an 11-year-old girl, may be spared thanks to Bobby James Moore, another Texas death row inmate. On Monday,..."

Aug. 25, 2017 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

Prom Night

A remake of the Eighties horror film in name only, Prom Night is a nearly bloodless slasher film with few surprises.

"...Directed by: Nelson McCormick. Starring: Brittany Snow, Scott Porter, Jessica Stroup, Dana Davis, Collins Pennie, Johnathon Schaech,..."

April 18, 2008 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

The Promotion

Forgettably bland, this comic film features Seann William Scott and John C. Reilly vying for the same job promotion.

"...Directed by: Steve Conrad. Starring: Seann William Scott, John C. Reilly, Jenna Fischer, Lili Taylor, Fred Armisen,..."

June 13, 2008 Movie Review by Josh Rosenblatt

Ant-Man and the Wasp

Marvel's crime caper comedy sequel gets bigger, smaller, but still fun

"...Michael Peña, Tip 'T.I.' Harris, David Dastmalchian, Walton Goggins, Bobby Cannavale, Judy Greer and Randall Park...."

July 6, 2018 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Ant-Man

The Marvel Universe expands to include comedy

"...Rudd, Michael Douglas, Evangeline Lilly, Corey Stoll, Michael Peña, Bobby Cannavale, T.I., Martin Donovan and David Dastmalchian...."

July 17, 2015 Movie Review by Josh Kupecki

Reefer Roundup 12/23/10

News from the frontline of the drug war

"...I have to say that I agree with Scott Henson's take on Perry's pardons in general, and his..."

Dec. 23, 2010 News Post by Jordan Smith

Qmmunity: Transitioning to the Big Screen

For Qmmunity Editor James Scott’s birthday, and Transgender Awareness Week, five trans movie recommendations

"...column to introduce myself – "My name is James Scott, and I'm the guy who answers your messages on..."

Nov. 17, 2023 Column by James Scott

SXSW Music Live: Robert Glasper

One limb in jazz, others in hip-hop and modern R&B

"...Derrick Hodge, sampler and beatboxer Taylor McFerrin (son of Bobby), sax/keys swing vote Terrace Martin, drummer Marcus Gilmore (grandson..."

March 14, 2017 Music Post by Michael Toland

Reefer Madness: A Victory for Proportional Sentencing

The House Judiciary Committee has voted to end the disparity between sentences for crack and powder cocaine

"...last week (House Resolution 3245, by Virginia Democrat Rep. Bobby Scott, joined by 32 co-sponsors, including Houston Democrat Sheila..."

Aug. 14, 2009 News Column by Jordan Smith

The Heartbreak Kid

Ben Stiller stars in this smart and winning remake of a 1972 Neil Simon-penned comedy about a man who falls in love with another woman on his honeymoon.

"...Directed by: Peter Farrelly and Bobby Farrelly. Starring: Ben Stiller, Michelle Monaghan, Malin Akerman, Jerry..."

Oct. 5, 2007 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Payne Pleasures 2004

Latest ACoT theatre-award nominations favor two Austin musicals

"...and Groove Theatre's The Comedy of Errors, and Zachary Scott Theatre Center's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? and It..."

Aug. 20, 2004 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Crazy For You

With Crazy for You, Zilker Theatre Productions brings the grand songs of George and Ira Gershwin back to the park for the first time in 43 years, and the occasion seems to have inspired the artists involved to an infectious jubilation.

"...Aspiring hoofer Bobby Child, unable to persuade Broadway producer Bela Zangler to..."

Aug. 1, 2003 Arts Review by Robert Faires

SXSW Film Announces 2015 Lineup

Circling the Thunderdome

"...the Documentary Feature Competition category is St. Edward’s prof Scott Christopherson’s Peace Officer, while in the Visions category, Ben..."

Feb. 3, 2015 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

Hav Plenty

"...Directed by: Christopher Scott Cherot. Starring: Christopher Scott Cherot, Chenoa Maxwell, Hill Harper,..."

June 19, 1998 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

What I Want to do With My Life

Mike Krusee on New Urbanism, Smart Growth, toll roads, and why Bobby Kennedy is his hero

"...When I got into transportation, a friend of mine, Scott Polikov (who now lives in Fort Worth) – I..."

Dec. 7, 2007 News Column by Michael King

Urinetown: The Musical

'Urinetown: The Musical' may wallow in a sordid premise and have an awful title, but Zach's production is always making you happy, if not downright giddy

"...Zachary Scott Theatre Center Kleberg Stage, through Feb. 12..."

Feb. 10, 2006 Arts Review by Robert Faires

Further Reflections

SXSW Film Festival

"...Dir/Scr/Prod/Ed: Malcolm Ingram, Matt Gissing; Exec Prod: Kevin Smith, Scott Mosier; DP: Brian Pearson; with Jason Lee, Renee Humphrey,..."

March 21, 1997 Screens Feature

Austin Music Awards Show Performers 1983-2016

Every AMA performance lineup of the past 34 years

"...1986: Joe Ely with special guest Bobby Keys, Joe “King” Carrasco y los Coronas, True Believers..."

March 3, 2017 Features Feature

No Badge Necessary at These Live Music Recommendations

Crucial concerts for the week ahead

"...a media style that’s proudly analog.   – James Scott Guillermo’s Classical Music Trivia Night..."

March 7, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Get on Up

As James Brown, Chadwick Boseman captures the performer's voice, moves, sweat, and swagger, but this biopic, as a whole, needs a stronger compass.

"...Viola Davis, Octavia Spencer, Craig Robinson, Lennie James, Jill Scott, Josh Hopkins, Fred Melamed, Tika Sumpter, Allison Janney, John..."

Aug. 1, 2014 Movie Review by William Goss

Tru Artistry

With Jay Presson Allen's Tru, performer Jaston Williams takes a vacation from the little town of Tuna, Texas, with which he is so closely identified, to portray celebrated writer Truman Capote, and in the process reminds us what an actor of range and skill he is.

"...In this solo show now onstage at the Zachary Scott Theatre Center, Williams must portray the celebrated writer and..."

Sept. 22, 2000 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

The Winter Classic

South by Southwest 1998

"...It wasn't considered significant as a musical form until Scott Joplin came along, and as far as popular music..."

March 27, 1998 Music Feature

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