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Courage Under Fire
"...Matt Damon, Regina Taylor, Scott Glenn and Seth Gilliam. Courage Under Fire, director Edward Zwick's (Legends of the Fall,..."

July 12, 1996 Movie Review by Alison Macor

Courage Moves in Ballet Austin's Exit Wounds
For his new dance, choreographer Stephen Mills turned to moments of inspiration in his own life
"...the choreographer sees in all three potent examples of courage, and he wanted to make that the foundation for..."

April 6, 2018 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Comics for Courage
Funnyman Christopher Cannon is serious about helping veterans
"...readjust to civilian life through his nonprofit, Comics for Courage. He works with high schools, staging benefit performances and..."

Nov. 2, 2012 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Capitol Chronicle: A Profile in Courage
After 10 years in the Texas House, Glen Maxey retires and reflects. A profile of Austin's New Black Panther PartyA surprisingly small crowd turns out to demand safety guarantees from Longhorn Pipeline.
"...badly defeated, but Maxey gained a reputation for political courage. "God, you've got balls," said an awestruck colleague. "I..."

Dec. 7, 2001 News Column by Michael King

Last Ounce of Courage
A dead veteran's family heals their loss through their "free speech" battle to save Christmas from the godless ACLU.
"...sparkly, sweet-smelling pine, which is what Last Ounce of Courage amounts to. It takes the joy of Christmas and..."

Sept. 21, 2012 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

The Courage to Post
"...is in denial. So whether Mr. Black has the courage to post this is apparently in question. We will..."

July 12, 2007 Postmarks

COP25: Sister Jayanti Kirpalani on What Brings Her Courage When the Confronting Climate Crisis
A better world is still within our grasp, faith leader says
"...relationship with nature and a divine power brings her courage – and hope – when confronting the devastating climate..."

Dec. 12, 2019 News Post

The Courage of Dawnna Dukes
State representative discredits claims that abortion leads to mental health problems
"...her personal Facebook page reflect overwhelming appreciation for her courage, in acting to resist the deep stigma imposed on..."

Sept. 26, 2014 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Applaud The Courage For Speaking Out
"...Dear Editor, I applaud the courage of Ms. Mason-Murphy for speaking out on behalf of..."

Aug. 29, 2013 Postmarks

Admiring Stephen's Courage
"...in a good way! I honor and admire your courageous choices, and I am also praying for you and..."

Feb. 4, 2008 Postmarks

The Courage of Their Convictions?
"...was not necessary? Maybe they just don't have the courage of their convictions...."

July 18, 2005 Postmarks

Mother Courage
Melba Martinez's legacy at Mary Moody Northen Theatre
"...Courageous as they were, Martinez's big gambles may have contributed..."

Aug. 13, 2004 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

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Aug. 23, 2002 Food Feature

Capitol Chronicle
The new Congressional districts alter the political makeup of Central Texas.
"...facing a neophyte Dem candidate, San Antonio schoolteacher John Courage, early handicapping had the Republicans welcoming Courage into the..."

Oct. 18, 2002 News Column by Michael King

Return With Honor
"...with their families. Others gloss over astonishing acts of courage with self-deprecating humor. Utterly absent is any hint of..."

June 4, 1999 Movie Review by Russell Smith

Fiddler: A Miracle of Miracles
The transcendent history of one of the greatest musicals ever
"...musical, but of women and men who had the courage of their convictions in the face of odds set..."

Sept. 13, 2019 Movie Review by Josh Kupecki

The Zookeeper's Wife
World War II drama based on the bestselling book
"...inadequacies, however, The Zookeeper’s Wife conveys a tale of courage and opposition to authority that provides valuable inspiration for..."

April 7, 2017 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

The Good Dinosaur
Sweet and charming, Pixar's dino pic should please everyone
"...home to his family’s farm. Lessons will be learned, courage will be found, and wisdom gained. As I said..."

Nov. 27, 2015 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Lone Survivor
A SEAL team mission in Afghanistan goes very wrong in this intense combat film with a bang-up cast.
"...Mark Wahlberg. Lone Survivor is a somber celebration of courage and endurance that manages to steer clear of jingoism..."

Jan. 10, 2014 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Life, Above All
In this South African drama, a township overcomes its fear of AIDS by the example of a courageous young girl.
"...emotional impact of Manyaka's performance and the idea that courage can be infectious, too...."

Sept. 23, 2011 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

American Violet
This moving message film tells a story about a miscarriage of Texas justice.
"...miscarriage of Texas justice and one woman’s adamance and courage despite terrifying odds. Although the film is poorly titled..."

May 1, 2009 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Trouble the Water
This film about the human toll of Hurricane Katrina is one of the best and most inspirational things to come out of the disaster.
"..."hustlers" survived Katrina using much of the same resourcefulness, courage, charm, and intelligence that had gotten them past many..."

Oct. 31, 2008 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Frozen River
In order to make ends meet, two women in upstate New York smuggle illegal aliens across the St. Lawrence River into the U.S. in this unusually thoughtful and expertly acted movie.
"...credit. These sequences are tense, eerie, go-for-broke acts of courage driven by desperation. Not an ounce of sentimentality or..."

Sept. 5, 2008 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

I Am Legend
After a terrific start marked by the film's striking views of a desolate Manhattan island, Will Smith's mostly solo action movie devolves into a monster-movie malaise.
"...with real psychological potential. No unblinking model of action-film courage, he is terrified, lonely, and racked with guilt over..."

Dec. 14, 2007 Movie Review by Josh Rosenblatt

Death at a Funeral
Pure farce served straight up and directed by the man who moonlights as the voice of Yoda and Miss Piggy.
"...at a Funeral, a comedy that’s refreshing in its courage to embrace tradition and just have fun. The film..."

Aug. 17, 2007 Movie Review by Toddy Burton

United 93
United 93 is a sober, humanistic portrait of America’s literal “first responders,” who in an instant were forced to wrap their heads around a new, unfathomable reality.
"...an unprecedented battleground. While taking nothing away from the courage and quick thinking of the doomed passengers, United 93..."

April 28, 2006 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Ladder 49
No scorcher this, but nonetheless a sturdy tribute to firefighters and male camaraderie.
"...and Balthazar Getty. As a heartwarming tribute to the courage of firefighters, Ladder 49 delivers. The film has fiery..."

Oct. 8, 2004 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Japón
"...named Ascen (Flores), while trying to find the serenity, courage, or conviction to kill himself. Who knows what's going..."

May 16, 2003 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Crush
"...a bad reputation. This gal-pal British import lacks the courage to follow through on its narrative implications, and plays..."

April 26, 2002 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Innocence
"...Innocence offers a moving tribute to love and the courage its risk-taking requires. Innocence may be the perfect (and..."

Nov. 9, 2001 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

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